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Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Nehemiah Foundation seeks volunteers & winter clothing donations at its Springfield warming shelter, open 24 hours until Friday to help individuals facing extreme cold. Drop items at the Salvation Army on 15 S. Plum Street. WHIO-TV
- ➤ Handmade Dayton hosts First Sundays at Eudora Brewing Company, a monthly indoor market featuring local artists, makers, and small businesses. Shoppers get a free swag bag for the first 10 visitors and giveaway entries with any purchase from Eudora (patio vendors join if weather permits). Dayton937.com
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dayton entrepreneurs gathered at a local networking event to build trust and form new business partnerships. The meeting aimed to boost local innovation and community connections – driving fresh ideas for growing ventures – as leaders exchanged strategies in the city. Dayton 24/7 Now
- ➤ Austin Crossing is a planned development across from Austin Landing that will feature Chick-fil-A, Dutch Bros coffee, Chase Bank, and Flying Ace Car Wash. Miami Township's Zoning Commission will review its final plan today + Winsupply's new warehouse project is slated to begin construction this spring with job growth. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Goodwill’s new Brookville store at 437 N. Wolf Creek St. postponed its ribbon cutting today because a winter storm left roads under snow emergency; the store, operating since a soft opening last month, will reschedule the event as weather permits. Dayton Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Due to a snowstorm (12 inches fell), the Franklin School Board postponed its meeting today and will decide on a new funding levy on Feb. 2, considering options for traditional or earned income tax. Dayton Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Between Jan. 7 and Jan. 21, the ODNR received 391 reports that counted 715 bald eagles across Ohio, showing a big increase in the species since they were once endangered + in Dayton, local pairs at Carillon Park welcomed two eaglets last year. WHIO-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wright-Patterson Air Force Base is renewing 29 historic brick homes with about $70 million in funding. Nine homes have been completed; eight will be finished by mid-2026, and the remaining 12 are planned for mid-2027. Dayton Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kettering Health resumes afternoon appointments and elective surgeries today (Jan. 27) with patients urged to call their appointment location if travel is a concern. WHIO-TV
- ➤ A local children’s hospital has seen an increase in frostbite cases among young patients, and Dr. Sara M. Higginson advises parents to have kids wear waterproof hats, gloves, and coats while taking indoor breaks (every 15 minutes) when playing outside in cold weather. WHIO-TV
- ➤ Today, Versiti Dayton Blood Center is closed after record-breaking snowfall canceled all mobile drives, but its downtown location (300 S. Main Street) remains open for appointments by phone or online. WHIO-TV
- ➤ AAA and OSHP advise drivers to clear snow from their exhaust pipes in winter to avoid dangerous carbon monoxide buildup (which can be deadly) before driving. They stress checking vehicles daily during inclement weather to ensure safe warming practices. Dayton 24/7 Now
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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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Miami County Home & Garden Show
2-6 p.m., 10 a.m.-6 p.m., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Hobart Arena — Free entry — Discover innovative home improvement ideas and connect with local specialists at Miami County's premier Home Show.
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Beer and Buttercream with Bae's Bakery
4-6 p.m. — Oregon Express — Pizza and Beer package available — Decorate your own Vintage Heart Cake while enjoying pizza and drinks in a fun, hands-on atmosphere.
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ORRRC Sweetheart Shuffle 5k
2-8 p.m. — Preble County YMCA — Registration fee required — Lace up for a timed 5k run or walk this Valentine's Day weekend.
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EMO Night with Flicker // Fade
8-11 p.m. — The Brightside Music & Event Venue — Ticket prices not listed — The ultimate emo night featuring a live band playing your favorite Emo and Pop-Punk hits.
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