Good morning, Dayton.

On February 5, Montgomery County Corrections Officer Sam Molton was driving home when he saw a stopped snowplow and a wrecked car and quickly helped an injured driver using his first aid training until first responders arrived—he was later honored as employee of the month for his actions—showing Dayton the impact of his quick thinking.

Firefighters responded to a home fire on Crown Avenue in west Dayton Monday evening — they reported heavy flames engulfing the vacant one-story structure and no injuries were reported.

A car crashed into a building in Riverside on Monday morning at 8:27 a.m. on Woodman Drive + Burkhardt Road, and emergency crews worked at the scene.

Pickleball business PickleRage is set to replace the vacant Big Lots site at Normandy Square Shopping Center in Washington Township—Ohio’s first facility to offer nine indoor and two outdoor pickleball courts.

Franchisees Kari and TJ Pantano said the new venue will host clinics, leagues, lessons and social events and is scheduled to open mid to late 2025.

Dametrius Turner, 32, accused of fatally shooting 52-year-old Leslie Ross on March 12 at a home on Golden Arrow Court in Miamisburg, pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity after a 15-hour manhunt led to his arrest—his competency hearing is set for June 4.

Clayton residents are asking for a local vote on a 529-home plan after the Keep It Rural group gathered 914 valid signatures; city council confirmed the referendum will be on the November ballot—residents say the outcome will shape their area's rural look.

Meadowlark bartender Louis Connelly—who won last year’s Buckeye Vodka Battle of the Bartenders—is set to defend his title Wednesday, April 23 at the Steam Plant downtown where tickets cost between $40 and $70.

He will introduce a new curry-inspired cocktail while drawing on his years of experience in both beertending and mixology.

Clearcreek Township will hold a public hearing on May 12 at 5:30 p.m. to review a rezoning request for Clearcreek Heights, a planned subdivision with 132 single-family homes on a 100-acre farm a mile east of the Ohio 73–Ohio 741 intersection near Springboro.

Developers say the project will preserve wooded areas and mature trees as it develops in two phases to connect with nearby subdivisions.

The Buckeye Vodka Battle of the Bartenders

6-9:30 p.m. — The Steam Plant — $40.00 - $75.00 — Experience intense bartending battles and delicious cocktails from top local restaurants.

WE NORMALLY DON'T MIX 2

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Sinclair Conference Center — Discount for groups of 10+ — Enjoy Mark Lundholm's performance while supporting local recovery initiatives.

Fledermaus Unmasked

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Roger Glass Center for the Arts — Tickets required — Experience a thrilling live song competition with opera's greatest hits and backstage access to the performers.

Bison Stampede

2-7 p.m. — Welcome Stadium — Refunds available up to 7 days before event — Experience an electrifying showcase of bands competing in thrilling field show performances and a special stand battle segment.

hOm Sound Bath Experience

6:30-8:30 p.m. — 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH — Cost info not provided — Immerse yourself in a unique sound bath that combines modern therapy and traditional healing for deep relaxation.

Women’s Ministry Bowling Night

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Thunderbowl Lanes — On your own — Have fun bowling with other Ginghamsburg women and make new friends.

Goat Yoga & A Pint

7 p.m. — Bock Family Brewing — Registration includes a pint or glass of wine — Enjoy a unique yoga experience with adorable baby goats.

Season Announcement Concert

6-8:30 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion Dayton — Free entry — Celebrate the unveiling of the 2025 Eichelberger Concert season while enjoying live improvisational rock from Subterranean.

A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival

5-10 p.m. — Greene County Expo Center Camping — Cost TBD — Celebrate cultural diversity with food, music, and entertainment from over 35 countries.

Gem City Roller Derby Doubleheader

5-7 p.m. — Dayton Convention Center — Family-friendly event — Experience thrilling roller derby action with local teams battling it out on the flat track.