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Monday, April 27th, 2026
Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Centerville is asking residents for input on sidewalks, bike paths, and trails as part of a thoroughfare and connectivity survey aimed at guiding improvements through its Centerville Forward plan. The online survey (commissioned for $108,260) is open through the end of May. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Volunteer crews in Montgomery County repaired homes on Saturday during the 31st annual National Rebuilding Together event, and University of Dayton football players helped at five sites including installing a fence for a Marine veteran in Trotwood; the project reached a milestone of fixing 600 homes. WHIO-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ At the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce meeting on April 14, local business leaders discussed building clear career paths for early professionals and promoting smart risk-taking to boost talent development. Their ideas aim to better prepare young workers for resilient teams moving forward. Dayton Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Over the weekend, nine Dayton bookstores hosted a book crawl for National Independent Bookstore Day that drew readers to stores such as Cozy Book Nook (a historic location on East Third Street) and helped boost community spending. Rabbit Hole Books reopened April 23 after repairs due to infrastructure issues. Dayton 24/7 Now
- ➤ Today, visitors toured Hawthorn Hill—the historic mansion once owned by the Wright family—where an open house fundraiser called Wright at Home was held by Dayton History and The Oakwood Historical Society; Amanda Wright Lane, the Wright brothers' great-grandniece, attended the event. Dayton 24/7 Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ GE Aerospace Foundation announced Lifting Futures, a $30 million workforce development program to train 10,000 workers in aerospace and manufacturing. The Cincinnati-Dayton region will receive at least $500K, and GE is partnering now through the spring and summer to plan local investments. Dayton Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Dayton is hosting the Nuclear and Emerging Technologies for Space Conference today at the Convention Center. Hosted by the University of Dayton Research Institute and the American Nuclear Society, the event will include exhibits, sessions, a banquet, and tours with NASA + U.S. Space Command + Energy Department leaders. Dayton Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials asked residents to report vacant homes that risk vandalism + dumping, urging neighbors to submit tips to help prevent property neglect. WHIO-TV
- ➤ East River Road in Moraine will be closed starting today from 2770 E. River Road for about one week. Business and side roads remain open while drivers follow detours on surrounding streets. WHIO-TV
- ➤ Montgomery, Miami and Clark counties received $230,000 each in state funds for demolition projects, announced on Monday, Apr. 20. The funds will support local demolition work. Dayton Daily News
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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.
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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.
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Oakwood Farmers Market
9 a.m. - Noon — Oakwood Farmers' Market — Free entry — Shop local for fresh produce and goods in a vibrant community setting.
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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.
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Vivaldi's Four Seasons
7-11 p.m. — Wright State University — Tickets starting at $95 — Experience an unforgettable performance of Vivaldi's timeless masterpiece.
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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.
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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.
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Dayton Dragons Baseball Game
7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket purchase required — Catch exciting baseball action as the Dayton Dragons take on the Lake County Captains.
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Dayton Dragons vs. Lake County Captains
7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement of minor league baseball as the Dayton Dragons take the field at home.
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Dayton Dragons vs. Lake County Captains
7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch one of the hottest tickets in sports as the Dayton Dragons play baseball at home.
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