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Monday, February 9th, 2026
Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Centerville has joined Keep Ohio Beautiful and Keep America Beautiful, expanding its effort on litter prevention, beautification and community engagement with events including an Annual Clean Up Day, Spring Expo and Arbor Day programming. Leaders say these initiatives will improve local public spaces and boost community pride. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Village Perks coffee shop at 315 Main Street created Farthing’s Caramel Mocha to honor Deputy Mike Farthing, a regular who was stabbed after responding to a vehicle fire and is now recovering at home, and will donate all proceeds to his family. WHIO-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Fairborn Board of Education appointed Chad Lensman as the new curriculum director to succeed retiring Dr. Sue Brackenhoff; Lensman, formerly superintendent of Graham Local Schools, will start on Aug. 1. WHIO-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ In Beavercreek, Maronda Homes has approved a plan for 53 new homes on just over 25 acres off Grange Hall Road. Construction will begin with 12 homes mid to late 2026 and continue with 41 more in 2027 (prices range from $450,000 to $500,000 per home). Dayton Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local veteran Kari Pfeifer, a Buckeyes and Browns fan from Crestline, wins a trip to the Super Bowl in San Francisco after being chosen by Ohio Buckeyes alum and Buccaneers player Emeka Egbuka; she plans to attend with her business partner Teresa. Spectrum News 1
- ➤ The Dayton Flyers regroup during their bye week after losing 99-73 to VCU on Friday following a 72-70 win over St. Bonaventure on Tuesday. They will host Davidson on Feb. 15 at 4 p.m. on WHIO Radio. WHIO-TV
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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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Trivia Night: Heated Rivalry
7 PM – 1 AM — On Par Entertainment — Free to play — Challenge your knowledge of sports rivalries and win prizes at this fun trivia night.
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Leading Change for Nonprofit Leaders
8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Montgomery County Business Solutions Center — $60 for session & materials — Enhance your leadership skills to effectively navigate and inspire change in the nonprofit sector.
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