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Friday, January 9th, 2026
Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Dayton Foundation approved over $127,000 in grants to nearly two dozen local charities to help with food, shelter, clothing and healthcare. Interested organizations can apply for future funding by Feb. 12. WHIO-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Slyder’s Tavern in Belmont reopened Monday after a kitchen fire on Saturday; the restaurant resumed service after a health inspection and repair of its grill and fryer (staff and patrons remained safe). Dayton Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Isaiah Jackson, the first Black music director of the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra, died at 80; he led the orchestra from the 1987 to 1988 season and taught at the University of Dayton as an Artist in Residence, with a memorial service scheduled in Boston this spring. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Comedian Mike Canestaro will premiere his western spoof movie Really Big Trouble at The Neon on Jan. 22 at 7:30 p.m. and a second screening will take place at Englewood Cinema on Jan. 24; the film, based on his book, was filmed locally at several Ohio sites. Dayton Daily News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Following steep December drops, GasBuddy's Patrick De Haan expects gas prices to fall to levels unseen since the pandemic, with spring peaks around $2.89 plus national averages dropping below $3. Local drivers may see reduced fuel spending in 2026. Dayton Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A bobcat was caught on a trail cam in Twin Valley on Jan. 6 after 8:45 p.m. Five Rivers MetroParks said its sighting shows the area supports healthy wildlife habitat — a sign of a thriving local ecosystem. WHIO-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Beavercreek planners are reviewing Maronda Homes’ proposal to build 53 new houses, Creekwood Preserve, south of Ruston Drive, with home prices between $450k and $500k and upgrades including water and sewer improvements + traffic solutions. A public hearing is scheduled later this month. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Beavercreek planners approved Jason Woodard’s request on Wednesday to rezone nearly 9 acres of Wright State land at 3676 Col. Glenn Highway from agriculture to commercial, enabling future retail and restaurant development. The plan (which might cross into Fairborn) now heads to the City Commission for further review. Dayton Daily News
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Coffee & Chat Meetup
10-11:30 a.m. — Purebred Coffee Co. — Free entry — Enjoy relaxed conversation and community building over a cup of coffee.
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Dayton Battle of the Bands - Week 1
7 PM - 10 PM — The Brightside Music & Event Venue — Series pass required — Experience the electrifying first night of local band battles showcasing alternative and rock music.
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Dayton & Cincinnati RV Show
12 PM – 4 PM — Roberts Centre — Free entry — Explore family-friendly RVs and rescue adorable bulldogs at this pet-friendly event.
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Dayton Ohio Eurogamers Meetup
6:30-11:55 p.m. — Bell, Book & Comic — Free entry — Gather for an evening of board games, welcoming both beginners and experts alike.
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LyGrace Journaling Club
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Dayton Metro Library - West Branch — Free entry — Explore personal growth through journaling with community support and guided activities.
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The DEADSTOCK Trot 5K
5-7 p.m. — Riverscape Metropark — Registration Fee Applies — Challenge yourself with a 5K run from the DEADSTOCK brand, fueled by Celsius Energy Drink.
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The Art of Healing Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Art Has No Rules — Registration required — Engage in a creative wellness experience combining mental health awareness, color therapy, and artistic expression to relieve stress and build confidence.
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LaunchPad Entrepreneurial Event
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Benham's Grove — Free entry — Connect, learn, and grow with the Dayton entrepreneurial community through expert-led sessions and networking.
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Ohayocon Anime Convention
Jan 30 - Feb 1 — Dayton Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate all things anime at this vibrant three-day convention filled with fans, panels, and cosplay.
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Groundhog Day Celebration at The Boonshoft Museum
10-11 a.m. — Boonshoft Museum of Discovery — Regular museum admission — Enjoy predictions from Walnut the Hedgehog and family-friendly activities including crafts and animal interactions.
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