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Friday, April 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ One person was injured in a crash in Dayton on April 3rd—officials have not yet released further details. WHIO-TV
- ➤ Darke County deputies and responders attended a motorcycle crash on Otterbein-Ithaca Road at 5:15 p.m. on Wednesday— the driver of a Kawasaki Vulcan was taken to a local hospital with injuries that remain unknown. WDTN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A federal complaint filed this week detailed a years-long investigation into a money laundering operation that funneled over $126 million into illegal staffing at Fuyao Glass America’s Moraine plant and related properties—authorities say the probe linked about 40 business entities with workers lacking proper authorization and assets like vehicles and real estate. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ An investigation found that two of eight officer-involved shootings in the Dayton region began with mental health calls, including the Feb 19 Miami Twp incident when police shot a man holding a boxcutter after his mother called for help and the Oct 19 case when police shot Taylor Cotton after de-escalation efforts—raising concerns about crisis response. Dayton Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Wright Brothers Memorial in Dayton sits atop Wright Brothers Hill and features a park with a statue and plaque honoring Wilbur and Orville Wright — the site also includes the Huffman Prairie Interpretive Center and offers clear views of Huffman Prairie Flying Field. Visitors can explore the area as part of the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. Dayton Convention & Visitors Bureau
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wright State University will hold Greek Week from April 7 to 11 with events like a social media challenge—water games, craft night, field day games and a lip-sync contest—bringing back a tradition that stopped five years ago because of COVID restrictions. Wright State University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A local park ranger — Ranger Johnson — helped locate a missing 18-month-old in Trotwood after responding off duty to an Amber Alert near Drew Way and then contacted police following a welfare check. Five Rivers MetroParks recognized his efforts on social media. WDTN
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Festival season in the Dayton region starts in April when Dayton Burger Fest will be held Sunday, April 6 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at The Brightside at 905 E. Third St.—this event will kick off a month-long food celebration that includes the Sugar Maple Festival from April 25—27 in downtown Bellbrook along with many more local events. Dayton Daily News
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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.
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Cultural Arts & Book Series: Mimi Zeiman
2-4 p.m. — Woodbourne Library — Free entry — Discover the thrilling journey of a young doctor taking on the challenges of Mount Everest.
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2025 Fine Art Student Juried Exhibition
8 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Sinclair Community College Building 13 — Free entry — Experience the creativity of Sinclair students at their annual fine art showcase.
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2025 Fine Art Student Juried Exhibition
8 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Sinclair Community College Building 13 — Free entry — Explore the creativity of local fine art students showcasing their talents at this juried exhibition.
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Jared Presley Experience Live Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hidden Gem Music Club — All ages welcome — Enjoy a night of thrilling performances from local bands Jared Presley Experience, Red Cap Society, Ozzi Zappia, and Dreadful Rumor.
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Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon - Live Musical in Dayton
8-10 p.m. — Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience the iconic Sailor Moon world come to life in a groundbreaking 2.5D musical performance.
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MIX 107.7 Time Warp Prom
7:30 p.m. to midnight — Dayton Convention Center — $35 — Experience an unforgettable evening of 80's dance music, contests, and nostalgia at the Time Warp Prom.
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Creative Crafting: Bunny, Cross, or Succulent
10 AM – 1 PM — Yellow Cab Tavern — $30 fee — Choose your crafting project and create a delightful decoration for your home.
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Real Estate Networking Event
6-9 p.m. — TJ Chumps — Individual food and drink purchase — Casual networking among local investors and landlords in a friendly environment.
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2025 Fine Art Student Juried Exhibition
8 AM – 6 PM — Sinclair Community College Building 13 — Free entry — Explore the creativity of Sinclair's fine art students at this juried exhibition.
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