Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
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💼 Business
The Dayton Mall reopened after losing power on Thursday morning—its social media announcement just before 9 a.m. confirmed normal hours, and it is now open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
🚨 Crime
Beavercreek Township administrator Ryan Rushing was placed on unpaid leave Friday after an OVI arrest in March—he is set to appear in court on April 14 and trustees appointed Andy Ehrhart as acting township administrator.
A grand jury indicted Joseph T.
Falls, 36, for shooting a man in the face outside a QuikTrip on S. Edwin C. Moses Blvd on March 25 — he will appear in court on April 17 and faces charges of aggravated robbery, felonious assault and having weapons while under disability.
William Pointer, 46, was indicted by the Montgomery County Grand Jury for the murder of 26-year-old Jamie Guadagno on Troy Street on March 25 after police used witness statements and surveillance video to identify him—Pointer now faces seven charges and an arraignment set for April 17 at 8:30 a.m.
An 80-year-old Kettering woman was tricked by scammers posing as a Google technician and bank representative and lost over $50,000 when she transferred her funds, while a Dayton Daily News analysis showed that fraud complaints rose 15% to 8,820 cases last year and Ohio's AG office warned residents against allowing strangers remote access to their devices amid a $12.5-billion loss in 2024.
Federal agents seized more than $1.14 million in cash and assets—14 properties, 15 vehicles, three luxury watches, and one rifle—from Fuyao Glass America and its alleged money laundering group during raids at 28 southern Ohio locations; investigators said the probe, which began in 2019, uncovered illegal workers living in family-style hotels.
🎓 Education
Michael Bennett, a director at Booz Allen Hamilton and longtime Wright State supporter, was honored with the Outstanding Alumnus Award by the College of Engineering and Computer Science.
He leads over 150 engineers for national defense and oversees a Dayton office with more than 650 employees — a role that underscores his 38-year commitment to the university.
🏈 Sports
The Dayton Dragons, under new ownership by Diamond Baseball Holdings, will open the 2025 season on Tuesday, April 8 at 7:05 p.m. against the Fort Wayne TinCaps — a new enclosed batting tunnel is set to be unveiled at Day Air Ballpark in mid-to-late April.
🎉 Dayton Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Resin Charcuterie Board Workshop
6-7:30 p.m. — Pinspiration Dayton — $69 — Create a unique charcuterie board with customizable resin designs in this hands-on workshop.
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