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Sunday, January 18th, 2026
Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Feed the Creek held its second annual 'Cram the Cruiser' event — filling three Beavercreek PD vehicles with donated food — to help school-age children who miss school meals on weekends. Dayton 24/7 Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sweet Tooth Candy located at 7 N. Main St. in Englewood is now open and offers a wide range of treats including 36 types of bulk candy and 20 cotton candy varieties. The shop will hold a grand opening celebration on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at the nearby Torch Event Center (12 N. Walnut St.). Dayton Daily News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Jan. 14, Animal Partisan filed a citizen affidavit alleging that Billenstien Family Farms, LLC’s speeding driver flipped a semi along a highway ramp, killing nearly 100 pigs — the nonprofit noted a similar incident 20 years ago. WHIO-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pitbull will kick off his 'I'm Back Tour' with Lil Jon at Riverbend Music Center; tickets go on sale Jan. 30 via Ticketmaster and the venue website. Dayton 24/7 Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wright State University settled its legal dispute with its former research affiliate this month when Parallax agreed to pay a one-time ($3M) payment with all claims dismissed without admitting fault. The settlement ends years of litigation that began in 2020 to recover public resources. Dayton Daily News
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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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The Cook-Off & Bon Appétit
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Roger Glass Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Delight in a comic opera and the culinary charm of Julia Child as she prepares her classic chocolate cake.
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Euchre Tournament
7-10 p.m. — Charles I Lathrem Senior Center — Light refreshments provided — Compete in this annual tradition for gift card prizes in an evening of fun competition.
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University of Dayton International Festival
5-6:30 p.m. — University Of Dayton Kennedy Union Boll Theatre — Free entry — Experience a vibrant evening of global cuisine, cultural performances, and an international bazaar.
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