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Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new $81M BOLT Innovation Center in Englewood will offer a workforce hub, marketplace, event space + an indoor sports complex across 35 acres east of the Dayton Metro Library Northmont Branch as it builds opportunities for local entrepreneurs and hosts community events with phased private and public funding. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ GE Aerospace inked a deal with United Airlines to supply 300 GEnx engines for Boeing 787 Dreamliners including spares; the order will raise United's 787 fleet to over 200 GEnx-powered jets. GE, a major local employer (with plants in Beavercreek and Vandalia), reinforces its long-standing partnership with United. Dayton Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Innovatheatre presents For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide / When the Rainbow Is Enuf, a groundbreaking choreopoem that weaves poetry, dance and music into a transformative stage experience. The event will soon brighten Dayton’s local arts scene. Dayton937.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A GasBuddy study shows that Ohioans save money by filling up on Mondays while prices peak on Thursdays - the gap can reach up to 45 cents per gallon. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Tech companies are expanding data centers for artificial intelligence, raising concerns among local Dayton experts about increased electricity bills. University of Dayton professor Chris Devine warns that lawmakers may require companies to pay for higher power costs + secure independent energy sources. Dayton 24/7 Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Beavercreek High School students launched a new store called The Beaver Den on Wednesday to sell school spirit merchandise and learn skills in management, sales, and finance. Funded by an Ohio Department of Education and Workforce Career Tech Equipment grant, the program will soon expand with mobile sales at school events. WHIO-TV
- ➤ Three local high school seniors are honored in the Black History Makers of Tomorrow Program for leadership and community service, each receiving a $1,000 award. Nominations came from teachers at Meadowdale, Dunbar, and Thurgood Marshall High Schools. Dayton 24/7 Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dayton is planning over $13 million in safety improvements on West Third Street and Gettysburg Avenue to reduce crashes by slowing traffic. Construction will begin as early as Spring 2027 with lane reductions – federal and city funds supporting the changes. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ A Dayton couple that applied for help with their utility bills on Sept. 6, 2025 had their application processed in mid-December after delays due to severe winter weather. The Ombudsman confirmed the matter is resolved (no further assistance is needed). Dayton Daily News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Dayton real estate market saw a two percent increase in sales and a three percent rise in average prices since the new year, and a recent study ranked Ohio as one of the top 20 states for family-friendly homes while limited lower-priced inventory remains a challenge for buyers. WHIO-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wilberforce University launched its first women’s flag football program on Wednesday. The university named head coach Earnest J Wilson III, who will start recruiting 25-30 athletes as it expands athletic opportunities ahead of the sport’s Olympic debut in 2028. Dayton 24/7 Now
- ➤ The Dayton Flyers snapped a four-game losing streak with an 82-67 win over George Mason on Wednesday night at EagleBank Arena in Fairfax, Virginia (their last win against the Patriots was in 2021). Javon Bennett scored 22 points as Dayton improved to 17-9 and will host Duquesne Saturday at 2 p.m. WHIO-TV
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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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Tavern Dinner: End of Winter Feast
6-9 p.m. — Carillon Historical Park — Ticketed event — Experience a delightful three-course, hearth-cooked meal with historical entertainment in Dayton’s oldest building.
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Shamrock Beer Run 5K
12-3 p.m. — Hollywood Gaming at Dayton Raceway — Registration required — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a festive beer run featuring a DJ, food trucks, and games.
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Wave Events Rogue Wave 2026
8:00 AM – 7:59 AM — 22 E 5th St, Dayton, OH — Bids Offered — Experience thrilling all-star cheerleading competition in Dayton.
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General Business Networking in Dayton
6-8 p.m. — Troll Pub at the Wheelhouse — Limited tickets — Connect with professionals in acting, production, and business sectors to elevate your career.
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