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Monday, February 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Feb. 1, Liberty Township firefighters rescued a missing dog trapped in a well (reported at 5:09 p.m.). WHIO-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A water main break closed Burkhardt Avenue between Woodman Drive and Spinning Road in Montgomery County yesterday—crews began repairs—and the road remains closed today. WHIO-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Shock Theater Live: Multimedia Rock-Theater Hybrid Performance will take place at 7:30 p.m. May 15-16 at the PNC Arts Annex stage, where local band The Creepy Crawlers present a musical show about five misfit kids finding their place — a unique blend of rock and theater. Dayton Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wright State University will use a $3 million Department of Education grant to train K–12 teachers and host student civics summer camps. The three year program planned for America's 250th anniversary offers in-person seminars, teacher credentialing and an online civic quest platform. Dayton Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wright-Patterson Air Force Base reopened Gate 22B on Sunday after a Saturday maintenance closure caused by a lapse in government funds, restoring 24-hour access to Area B; traffic had been rerouted to Gate 19B. Dayton 24/7 Now
- ➤ The VA has announced nearly $5B in facility upgrades this fiscal year with several local projects in Dayton. The Dayton VA Medical Center will get repairs on its sewer line, an expanded fiber optic backbone, and a modern electronic health record system as part of the planned improvements. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Officials approved a nearly $4M contract with CJ Hughes Construction Co. for the Miami Well Field project near the former Kittyhawk Golf Center; the work will install pipe along Radvansky Lane and under the Great Miami River to reduce PFAS, with completion set for July 2027. Dayton Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Dayton Flyers have lost four games in a row with a record of (14-8, 5-4 in the Atlantic 10). The team will host St. Bonaventure on Tuesday at 7 p.m. and travel to VCU on Friday. WHIO-TV
- ➤ Local nonprofit Curl Troy is promoting curling lessons as the 25th Winter Olympics approach, inviting Dayton residents to try this adaptive sport. The group recently held a league play-off at Five Rivers Metropark Ice Rink and plans a watch party for the gold medal match at Southern Ohio Brewing. WYSO
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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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Live2Lead: Dayton Young Professionals
1-4:30 p.m. — Arcade Innovation Hub — $49 — Empower your career with insights from industry leaders at this special young professionals' event.
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Alter Fish Fry 2026
7 PM - 12 AM — Archbishop Alter High School — Carryout $15, Pre-Sale $20 — Enjoy a delightful fish fry featuring baked or fried cod and sides.
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27th Annual URS North Dayton Barstool Open
11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. — United Rehabilitation Services — $160 per team — Enjoy a mini golf bar crawl with food, drinks, and raffles supporting local community services.
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