Good morning, Dayton.

The Resident Home Association celebrates its 60th anniversary today by hosting various social activities that boost connections for residents and staff at its seven Montgomery County homes — donations are welcomed to support its mission.

Access to Excess Food Rescue, a Trotwood nonprofit, is marking seven years by collecting surplus food to help community members.

The small team rescued 2.1 million lbs since 2019 and now asks for $7 donations to keep its operations going.

Downtown Dayton Partnership said CEO Katie Meyer died at 41 after battling cancer — community leaders remember her role in guiding downtown progress.

The 29th annual Officer John P.

Kalaman Memorial Blood Drive will be held next Monday, April 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Centerville Police Department (155 West Spring Valley Pike) to honor the fallen officer and his family's legacy; the Food Pitt food truck will serve donors.

ODOT reported a rise in work zone crashes, including incidents on I-75 near Middletown and on Ohio 73, and is urging drivers to slow down during National Work Zone Awareness Week from April 20-24.

Dunkin’ will give away one million free coffees in a local promotion at select Dayton stores (details pending).

Hyundai has recalled 94,700 Genesis vehicles due to a potential fuel leak risk, alerting owners to check their VIN (vehicle identification number) for safety updates.

Affected drivers should contact their local dealer for inspection and repairs.

Destination Dayton has released a new bucket list highlighting attractions like the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force and Carillon Historical Park (with aviation exhibits and trails) to help locals explore Dayton’s rich history and outdoor spaces.

Rock legends ZZ Top will soon perform at Fraze Pavilion, promising fans a classic rock concert experience.

The venue will release additional details on timing and ticket availability in the coming days.

Huber Heights school board rescinded a $4.5 million savings proposal that would have raised pay-to-play fees to $750 per athlete during its meeting on Monday, April 20 (after receiving community pushback).

Officials warned that additional local revenue will be needed to address future budget challenges.

Today, Montgomery County Environmental Services celebrates Earth Day by urging residents to recycle basics, including cardboard + paper + glass jars + metal cans, to boost sustainability.

The agency offers free drop-off at its Environmental Learning Center at 2550 Sandridge Dr. in Moraine Monday through Saturday.

Nearly 1,800 AES Ohio customers lost power across Miami Valley early today, with 1,762 outages in Montgomery County, 13 in Preble County, and 1 in Darke County.

AES Ohio is tracking restoration progress on its outage map.

Washington Township has imposed a 360-day moratorium on new data center requests to study local utility, noise and infrastructure concerns, while Franklin resident Linda Moodie leads a statewide campaign to ban facilities using over 25 megawatts (gathering signatures until July 1 for a November ballot amendment).

The City of Clayton closed the southbound lane on Hoke Road between Smith Drive and Wenger Road for a road widening project that remains in effect through September.

In September, the intersection will close for up to 60 days for roundabout construction (including sidewalks, lighting, and sewer upgrades).

Dayton Dragons vs. South Bend Cubs

7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch one of the hottest tickets in sports as the Dayton Dragons take on the South Bend Cubs.

Vintage Market Days

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Greene County Expo Center — $10 entry — Explore a treasure trove of vintage finds and enjoy live music while supporting local vendors.

WrightCon 2026

All day — Washington Township RecPlex — $5 — Explore a vibrant model contest with 74 categories and a lively swap meet.

Dayton Dragons vs. South Bend Cubs

1:05 – 2:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch a thrilling baseball game featuring the Dayton Dragons at a top local venue.

Karaoke Night with Zane

8-11 p.m. — Yellow Cab Tavern — Free entry — Enjoy a lively night of karaoke hosted by MC Zane Gerlach at a popular local venue.

Forgottonia Live Event

7:30-10:30 p.m. — PNC Arts Annex — Tickets from $72 — Forgottonia promises an unforgettable live experience in Dayton, bringing excitement to the local community.

Oakwood Farmers Market

9 a.m. - Noon — Oakwood Farmers' Market — Free entry — Shop local for fresh produce and goods in a vibrant community setting.

Mother Made: Mother's Day Celebration

9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — The Lift — Ticketed event for mother and child — Join a delightful Mother's Day bash featuring activities, yoga, and a mother-owned market.

Vivaldi's Four Seasons

7-11 p.m. — Wright State University — Tickets starting at $95 — Experience an unforgettable performance of Vivaldi's timeless masterpiece.

Pre-Mother's Day Soul Jam Dinner & Concert

6:30-11 p.m. — Deja Vu Hall — Check event page for pricing — Experience an enchanting evening of soul music and delicious food in celebration of Mother's Day.