Monday, March 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents needing heating help can still apply for Miami Valley Community Action Agency’s Winter Crisis Program until March 31 - walk-ins and phone appointments are available across several counties. Local events also invite participation, with a NAACP town hall today at 6:45 p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church, egg hunts at Dayton Metro Library, a Peanuts Movie showing on April 11, and a Dragons Meet the Team event on June 13. Dayton Daily News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A structure fire continues at the Fuyao plant in Moraine as firefighters battle flames and smoke rising from the building. Multiple crews have been deployed and officials are gathering details as the situation remains active. Dayton 24/7 Now
- ➤ At Fuyao Glass of America in Moraine, multiple fire agencies responded just before 8:30 p.m. to a structure fire that led neighbors to report black smoke rising from the roof - officials are still assessing the situation. WHIO-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Ohio Valley Indigenous Music Festival will return for its 10th year at Patricia Allyn Park in Springboro on June 6 and 7, featuring Native American flute music, workshops, and vendors. Organizers are seeking donations to support the event & preserve Indigenous music traditions. Dayton 24/7 Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Brain Health Collective and ADAMHS are launching a three-week brain health exhibit at Wright Memorial Library starting Tuesday, March 24 and running until Friday, April 10. The exhibit offers educational displays (with guest speakers such as Dr. Susan Davies) during Brain Health Awareness Month. Dayton 24/7 Now
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Dayton saw residential permit requests hit a decade-high last year as homebuilders respond to the need for new and renovated houses. Developers from Greater Dayton Construction, Ryan Homes, and Charles Simms Development are advancing projects in South Park, Willow Hills (with 256 homes), and Wright Dunbar. Dayton Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Dayton learned that its NIT quarterfinal opponent is Illinois State. The game time and day (details pending) have not been announced. WHIO-TV
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Nunsense Musical Comedy
7:30 p.m. — TheatreLab Dayton — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a riotous musical comedy full of tap-dancing nuns and heavenly hilarity.
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SHE Means Business
5-8 p.m. — The Entrepreneurs Center — Free entry — Celebrate Women’s History Month with an inspiring evening of networking and empowerment for women entrepreneurs.
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Easter Bonnet Tea
2-4 p.m. — Dayton Woman's Club — Cost Info Unavailable — Celebrate spring with a delightful afternoon of tea and camaraderie.
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PetSmart National Adoption Week Event
12-3 p.m. — PetSmart — Adoption fees may apply — Discover your new furry friend during National Adoption Week.
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Pink Cherry Blossoms Candle and Spray Class
7-9 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $41-$51 per person — Create your own soy candle or linen spray while enjoying a relaxing evening with friends.
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Old School Groove Night
8:00 – 11:30 p.m. — Deja Vu Hall — Just $10 — Enjoy a nostalgic evening of old school music and line dancing.
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Dick's House of Sport Easter Egg Hunt
10:00-10:30 a.m. — Dick's House of Sport — Free — A delightful Easter egg hunt for children divided by age groups on the field.
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Easter Sunrise Service at Carillon Park
6:30-8 a.m. — Carillon Historical Park — Free entry — Experience a powerful display of faith at the annual Easter Sunrise Service.
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Dayton Dragons Game
7:05-10:59 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling minor league baseball action with the Dayton Dragons at their home field.
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Dayton Dragons Home Game
7:05-9:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch one of the hottest tickets in sports as the Dayton Dragons take on the Lake County Captains.
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