Good morning, Dayton.

St. Vincent de Paul opened a new donation drive-through at City Thrift on Earth Day to collect used clothing, furniture + household goods for community programs and environmental benefits.

Locals enjoyed tacos and live music as they dropped off items while staying in their cars.

Soraya Farms Clubhouse at 1401 LeMans Blvd is hosting a spring celebration on Saturday, April 25th from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., where attendees can join a scavenger hunt through model homes and enjoy lunch from the El Meson food truck by Design Homes.

Rabbit Hole Books will reopen today (21-29 West First St.) after Dayton officials and the building owner agreed to repair the store following a fire in the adjacent garage that closed it for over two months.

A portion of the sidewalk will remain closed while repairs continue.

The Dayton Independent Bookstore Crawl celebrates Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday, April 25 at local bookstores.

The two-day event invites visitors to plan their routes and join activities at Star City Booksellers + other venues.

Rosewood Arts Center in Kettering is calling for Ohio artists to submit original landscape works for its 32nd Annual The View exhibition; submissions open Sunday, Feb.

1, 2026 and continue through April 23, 2026, with a free & open exhibition from June 8 to July 18.

New federal data shows Butler, Greene and Warren counties ranked among the top 15 for GDP growth in 2024 (with real GDP increases from 4.4% to 4.8%).

Experts note that while these figures indicate expanding economic output, they do not show improvements in job growth or living standards.

Seven Meadowdale Career Technology Center JROTC seniors have enlisted in the Army, Navy, and Air Force and will attend basic training this summer at various locations.

Some earned advanced enlistment placements (entering service at a higher rank) and plan to use their JROTC skills during military service.

Montgomery County Educational Service Center and ADAMHS have partnered to boost positive parenting skills to help students succeed by offering a webinar series; a session took place on April 20th (via Zoom) and more sessions are scheduled soon.

Mother Armentrout said her 6-year-old son Elias, who has autism, left his school building twice during the first week and was denied a tracking device at Charles Huber Elementary in Huber Heights.

The family and their lawyer appealed his two-day suspension and expect a decision within five days.

The Vandalia Division of Fire warns residents that the Ohio burn ban remains in effect until May 1 after a rise in illegal outdoor burning this spring; residents are advised to follow safe recreational burning practices by keeping fires 25 feet from structures and using clean, dry wood.

Local governments in Montgomery, Butler and Warren counties received state funding as part of Ohio’s Shine a Light on Dumpers initiative to fight illegal dumping.

Dayton will use its funds to clean the Germantown dump site, while nearby communities plan barriers; applications remain open until July 31.

Air Force Marathon organizers unveiled that the F-16 Thunderbird is the featured aircraft for this summer's 30th race — which will include a 5K, half-marathon, and full marathon starting at 6:30 a.m. — as runners will experience a half-marathon route through the base and Fairborn during America’s 250th birthday celebration.

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.

Coffman YMCA Sprint Triathlon

7-11 a.m. — YMCA of Greater Dayton — $50-$70 — Dive into a triathlon experience with a swim, bike, and run while supporting your community.