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Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County approved a three-month pilot program to improve dog transfers from the Animal Resource Center aimed at increasing adoptions and rescue placements, with Best Friends Animal Society funding partner efforts. The county will track monthly reports (despite critics urging an ARC audit) to guide next steps. Dayton Daily News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Investors have entered a deal to buy AES Ohio’s parent company in a $33 billion transaction with a $15 per share cash offer. The group, which includes Global Infrastructure Partners & EQT, aims to give AES better access to funds for energy improvements for more than 527,000 local customers. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Kia recalled 85,400 Telluride SUVs due to a front seat problem on Tuesday, March 3; local dealers are advising owners to review service instructions — affected drivers should check for notification. WHIO-TV
- ➤ Meteor Creative, Inc. is set to close its Tipp City manufacturing facility at 1414 Commerce Park Drive on April 24 due to an inability to secure sufficient customer contracts + approximately 66 employees will lose their jobs. WHIO-TV
- ➤ What da Pho, a family-owned Vietnamese restaurant, will open on March 15 at 10:30 a.m. at 1047 Brown Street near the University of Dayton, offering a $50 gift card to the first 50 customers and special discounts for first responders and UD students. WHIO-TV
- ➤ A popular fast-casual restaurant closed its Dayton-area location yesterday as its parent company faces bankruptcy, and the city will purchase a former Dayton Children's Hospital site for $2 million to repurpose for hospital use. Dayton 24/7 Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Timeless Dayton is a feature series that explores historic homes and the people who restore them, sharing stories of haunted hallways, business beginnings, and DIY renovations + the reuse of vintage materials that highlight the diverse roles old homes have played over time. Dayton Daily News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Site Selection magazine ranked the Dayton-Kettering metro area fourth among mid-sized cities for economic development+ marking its 20th consecutive year in the top 10 while highlighting a strong regional business climate. Dayton Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A nonprofit production aiming to prevent teen suicide will be at Germantown Christian School on Saturday, March 7 plus Sunday, March 8, where teen performers share their struggles and guide audience members to a listening room for help. Dayton 24/7 Now
- ➤ Brigid's Path partners with Dayton Children's Mobile ICU to care for substance-exposed newborns in Dayton, offering round-the-clock treatment from 24 hours up to 90 days old and family support, with Medicaid now covering about 30% of costs. Dayton 24/7 Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Dayton men’s basketball beat Richmond 65-60 today at the Robins Center after Jordan Derkack scored a clutch basket with 40 seconds left and made three free throws to secure a double-bye for next week’s Atlantic 10 Championship; the Flyers improved to 21-9 overall and 12-5 in conference play. WHIO-TV
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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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Top of the Market Open House
4-7 p.m. — Top of the Market Catering & Events — Free entry — Explore a stylish venue that blends vintage charm with modern vibes for your next unforgettable event.
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Steven Curtis Chapman Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Christian Life Center — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the sounds of one of the biggest names in Christian Contemporary music with an award-winning artist.
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Collectibles Shopping Spree Show
11 AM - 6:30 PM — The Mall at Fairfield Commons — Free entry — Explore a vibrant collection of rare finds from great dealers.
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Clue 40th Anniversary Interactive Movie Mystery Party
6-9 p.m. — The Brightside Music & Event Venue — Cost TBA — Dress up as your favorite character and enjoy a night of mystery with themed food and drinks.
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Amelie
7-9:30 p.m. — Blair Hall Theatre — $17-$22 — A whimsical romantic comedy musical about finding joy in life and love after a troubled past.
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