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Friday, March 27th, 2026
Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Foodbank Inc. will celebrate 50 years of service with a block party in June as it launches its new community building (nearly 11,000 sqft) in Miami Valley. The event will offer live entertainment, family activities, and refreshments while opening a space for community health services. WYSO
- ➤ Giovanni’s in Fairborn recently served a free lunch to military members at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Managers used their time off to work and the restaurant hopes to feed the troops again upon their return. WHIO-TV
- ➤ Dayton and Montgomery County are hosting multiple America 250 events to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Highlights include the CenterPoint Energy Air Show with military aircraft, a family-friendly Americana Festival starting July 3, and a fireworks display at Kettering Field. Dayton Convention & Visitors Bureau
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Trotwood officials approved plans for a new Wawa convenience and gas station at the busy intersection of State Route 49 and Shiloh Springs Road; the project will bring new jobs and boost growth along Salem Avenue. WHIO-TV
- ➤ Collins Aerospace in Troy has been awarded a $62 million contract modification to supply heat sinks for the braking systems of C-130 cargo planes, supporting Air Force operations (the contract ends March 31, 2030). Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Mar'Tae Kitchen + Cocktails in Trotwood reopened on Thursday, Mar. 26 with a new chef, updated menu and faster service in a refreshed lounge offering cocktails and small plates. Local diners now have a modern dining spot to enjoy. WHIO-TV
- ➤ Dayton International Airport sees wait times under 5 minutes amid unfunded TSA positions that affect staffing nationwide, while John Glenn and Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky report 30-minute delays; local business leaders advise travelers to plan ahead. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Godfather’s Pizza reopened Thursday at its new Sugarcreek Twp location at 4458 Clyo Road, less than one mile from its former spot, and features a larger dining room + will host a grand opening party on Sunday with a free pizza drawing. Dayton Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Primrose Schools preschoolers in Dayton collected nearly 850 books for the Ronald McDonald House and the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services—Foster Care Department this week as part of their National Reading Month drive. Dayton 24/7 Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Moraine firefighters said the investigation into the Fuyao Glass America roof fire has not yet begun while shifting winds stir ash into a nearby neighborhood; the fire was declared out Tuesday amid challenging weather that made defensive efforts necessary. WHIO-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health officials are tracking a mutated COVID-19 variant called Cicada that was first detected in Ohio in December and has since been found in over 23 countries; state data from Mar. 14 to 21 show 136 COVID hospitalizations while experts watch for a possible summer surge. WHIO-TV
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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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Dayton Dragons vs. Lake County Captains
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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Dayton Dragons Baseball Game
7:05-9:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of thrilling baseball action as the Dayton Dragons take on the Lake County Captains.
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