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Tuesday, April 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 8-year-old Harper Paxton donated $1,265 to the Gasper Township Fire and EMS unit after raising funds at the Polar Bear Plunge at Lake Lakengren on March 15—her two-year effort has collected over $1,700 while earning praise from Fire and EMS Chief Andrew George. WDTN
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, officers closed S. Main Street between Plumwood and Stonemill Roads in Dayton after a utility pole fell and wires came down — officials say crews will secure the area before reopening the street. WHIO-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Dayton Police arrested a 23-year-old man on Friday on suspicion of killing Alfred Hale, an 18-year-old Dunbar high school senior, at 27 S. Jefferson St.—detectives said they would present charges to the Montgomery County Prosecutor's Office. Dayton Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gary Recker at Dayton Christian High School created a multi-year industrial arts program that teaches students hand skills, reading prints, and building furniture. The program partners with local manufacturers (offering college reimbursement opportunities) to help students secure jobs. Dayton 24/7 Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Monday’s heavy rain caused flooding in low-lying areas that led Five Rivers MetroParks to close parts of several parks and blocked roads in the Miami Valley—township crews and emergency responders are working to manage the situation and advise residents to avoid dangerous flood waters. WYSO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Early voting for Ohio’s May 6 primary election begins tomorrow as voters decide on local races and a statewide ballot measure to issue $2.5 billion in bonds; registration ends today (in-person voters must bring a valid photo ID). Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Greene County completed its $40 million water treatment upgrade so customers now receive water with 8 grains per gallon after fixing issues from last fall. County engineers advise residents to use a bypass on their home water softeners for a few weeks before recalibrating them to the new level. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Air Force meteorologists are being trained at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base’s AFIT after the program moved from the Naval Postgraduate School in August and began with nine officers to help make weather decisions that save lives. The course will add more students for fall and gives top performers a chance to extend their studies—earning an advanced record—while teaching them to advise on actions that protect people. Dayton Daily News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today the Dayton Dragons host their home opener with top prospect Chase Burns pitching as the team builds on a legacy of over 1,573 consecutive sellouts since 2000 while serving as a training ground for many future Major League players. WDTN
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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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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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The Wizard of Oz Interactive Movie Party
6-9 p.m. — Mayflower – The Encore — Ticket includes movie and buffet dinner — Experience a magical evening with The Wizard of Oz and delightful interactive activities.
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Candlelight Concert: Rings & Dragons
8 p.m. — Dayton Masonic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an enchanting candlelight concert featuring music from The Lord of the Rings and A Game of Thrones.
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