Good morning, Dayton.

This year marks the 112th anniversary of the Great Dayton Flood of 1913 that killed 400 people and prompted the creation of the Miami Conservancy District in 1915 to protect our communities.

Sarah Hall explained that the district’s flood protection system has stored flood water over 2,000 times and urged community help to update the century-old system.

A car overturned after a crash on State Route 4 North near Stanley Avenue in Dayton on March 24th — emergency crews responded quickly at the scene.

Located in the historic Dayton Arcade—one of Gem City’s cherished buildings—The Hub is the largest university-anchored innovation center in the country and offers entrepreneurs office space and free support while hosting classes for University of Dayton and Sinclair students.

President Scott Koorndyk said the center blends preserved local history with modern business opportunities to help grow the community.

In 2024, the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce held 400 counseling sessions and certified 121 local companies as minority, veteran and women-owned to boost local business growth.

The Chamber will expand support programs in 2025—to help more Dayton businesses thrive.

A man was charged after Leslie Ross (52, a Dayton resident) was fatally shot in a Miamisburg home on March 12, and Dametrius Turner (32) faces charges including murder as he awaits arraignment on March 27.

On March 24th, police discovered a badly decomposed body near a local ballpark—officials launched an investigation.

Ohio First Lady Fran DeWine celebrated the mailing of the 20 millionth book from Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at Greene County Public Library in Beavercreek by reading from the 'Coat of Many Colors' book—she also led children in making a patchwork craft.

More than 400,000 children now participate in the program that mails an age-appropriate book each month to every child under five—statistically reaching 62% of eligible kids statewide.

CPS Solutions, LLC discovered a breach on December 4 when an unknown party accessed an employee's business email account, and the investigation found that data was removed between December 2 and December 4.

The company notified Dayton Children’s Hospital on February 10 and has since offered two years of free credit monitoring and identity protection services—no misuse has been reported.

Russia High School won its first boys basketball state championship when the Raiders completed a perfect season by beating Willoughby Cornerstone Christian 74-57 in the Division VII title game at UD Arena Saturday.

Braylon Cordonnier led the team with 22 points — the program reached its 1,000th win as fire trucks escorted the team bus and fireworks lit the sky.

Zachary Armstrong Art Exhibition

11 a.m. – 6 p.m. | The Contemporary Dayton | Free entry | Explore intricate and intimate works that reveal ritualistic symbols and motifs by Zachary Armstrong.

Special Needs Family LEGO Build Night

6-8 p.m. — Dayton Brick Shop — Free entry — Build LEGO masterpieces while enhancing social skills in a supportive environment.

Zachary Armstrong Art Reveal

11 AM - 6 PM | The Contemporary Dayton | Free entry | Discover the heartfelt artistry of Zachary Armstrong, exploring childhood memories and rural Americana.

Dining in the Dark Experience

6-10 p.m. | Cosmo Joe's Atomic Lounge | Ticket required | Experience dining blindfolded while supporting art for the visually impaired community.

On-Site Tour at Shiloh Villas

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Shiloh Villas | Free entry | Discover top-notch amenities and activities at this award-winning senior living community.

Marvel Themed Trivia Night

6:30-9 p.m. — Wandering Griffin Brewery & Restaurant — Free entry — Test your Marvel knowledge with friends over food and prizes.

80's Music Trivia and Karaoke Night

7-8 p.m. — On Par Entertainment — Free entry — Dust off your leg warmers and show off your 80's music knowledge at this fun-filled trivia and karaoke night.

The Local Honeys Concert

8 PM - 2 AM — Oregon Express — Check the venue for event pricing — Experience an enchanting evening with the storytelling harmonies of The Local Honeys.

2025 Fine Art Student Juried Exhibition

8 AM – 6 PM — Sinclair Community College Building 13 — Free entry — Experience the creativity of Sinclair's fine art students showcased in this juried exhibition.

Barren to Fruitful: Trusting God in Our Barren Seasons

2-6:30 p.m. — 7037 N Union Rd Clayton, OH — Lunch included — Explore how to trust in God during life's challenging seasons.