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Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kevin, the sand cat, celebrated his 7th birthday at Boonshoft Museum of Discovery on Monday, Mar. 30 by enjoying a colorful ice cake and special treats. WHIO-TV
- ➤ On Saturday, the Humane Society of Greater Dayton distributed thousands of pounds of pet food supplies including dog and cat food plus cat litter to local rescues such as Batta Cats and Calico TNR — the society plans to host similar distributions quarterly. WHIO-TV
- ➤ Awakenings Christian Fellowship Church in Dayton will open its new Riverside Food & Household Goods Resource Center at 419 Prince Albert Boulevard on Sunday, April 5, with an 11 a.m. service and noon event featuring an egg hunt, free Easter dinner, and pantry tour. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ The Trotwood Planning Commission approved plans for a new Wawa gas station and convenience store at the intersection of Shiloh Springs Road and State Route 49, to be built on the former Taste Lounge site along the Salem Corridor. Residents voiced mixed reactions over the expected boost to local jobs. WHIO-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Crews are investigating a fire at Rice Auto Body Shop on Millville Oxford Road in Hanover Township after a blaze on Monday evening destroyed two of its five buildings and left everyone safe, and the shop said it plans to rebuild. WHIO-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Technicote Inc, doing business as Beontag in Trotwood, will lay off 53 workers in May because of market competition & will keep its facility open with reduced operations. Only a few employees will remain to support ongoing tasks. Dayton Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A local author uses Miami Valley landmarks for a new book series that brings familiar Dayton sights to life; the Really Good Reads segment features the project today (offering hints for eager readers). Dayton 24/7 Now
- ➤ This Friday, Front Street will host the First Friday Art Hop from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event will feature almost 100 artist studios, live music from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and art demonstrations + street food vendors. Dayton937.com
- ➤ Dayton Dragons selected the Stivers Chamber Choir as the national anthem performer for opening night. The choir (rated Superior at a recent OMEA event) won a contest with over 250 virtual auditions and will join 65 other finalists to sing at games throughout the season. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Mike Wade Trio will play free jazz at Whisperz Speakeasy on Wednesday, Apr. 1 from 7-10 p.m. Guests must dress in business casual & note that seating is first-come, first-served with no reservations required. Dayton937.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local experts say landmark rulings against Meta and YouTube raise concerns over safeguards after cases in New Mexico and California held them liable for consumer harm (measures to curb social media risks are under review in Ohio). Dayton 24/7 Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Wright State University students raised more than $59,000 for Dayton Children's Hospital during the 13th annual Raiderthon fundraiser (organized by Miracle Makers). The event marked the second-highest total in its history and will support hospital care and equipment improvements. WHIO-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Centre City building in downtown Dayton is set to transform into The Mainline apartments with 121 units plus a new commercial space after the city commission approved a $2 million grant with Centre City Residential LLC, part of the Model Group. Renovations are expected to begin soon. Dayton Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At the Xenia Marathon on Sunday, Mar. 29, over 600 runners competed in the marathon, half marathon, and 10K races at the Xenia YMCA (organized by the Ohio River Road Runners Club) as international runner Vaughan Swale from New Zealand checked off X while pursuing his alphabet challenge. Dayton 24/7 Now
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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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Comedy Night with Larry Starks
7:30 p.m. — Bricky's Comedy Club — Tickets available — Experience the hilarious comedy of Larry Starks, a celebrated performer with a sharp wit and significant online following.
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Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
8:45-9:45 p.m. — Dayton Masonic Center — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons in a unique candlelit setting.
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