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Monday, April 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters responded to a fire at a reportedly abandoned apartment building in Dayton early Sunday morning—officials reported no injuries and are investigating the cause. WHIO-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Shar'Nay Bell, a 16-year-old from Dayton, was last seen wearing an all black jogging suit and is now missing—authorities are searching for her. WHIO-TV
- ➤ On April 27th—marking the 5th anniversary of identifying Cheryl Coker’s remains—the Greene County Sheriff said her skeletal remains were found on April 25th, 2020 near her home on Waynesville Jamestown Road after she disappeared on Oct. 2nd, 2018 when her car with all personal belongings was discovered, and her husband was named the primary suspect on Feb. 19th, 2019 while the homicide case remains under investigation. WDTN
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local business leaders in Dayton urged Congress to renew the 2017 tax cuts for small businesses as key provisions will expire later this year and could cause up to a 10%-tax hike for many owners; they also want to change the research-and-development expense rules that slow business growth. Leaders such as Senator Husted, Bernie Moreno and Congressman Mike Turner support the move to help keep dollars in local businesses. Dayton Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Schools across Dayton have reported modest improvements in chronic absenteeism after meeting with families and students—administrators continue to work on challenges like transportation and student engagement while final annual report numbers will be released in September. Dayton Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New Lebanon village has seen rapid leadership changes following its November election as new mayor Nickerson and council members removed several officials amid allegations of wasteful spending and misconduct—multiple lawsuits, a police vote of no confidence, and five different village managers in one year have deepened local concerns over financial stability and transparency. Town officials are now facing ongoing challenges in rebuilding trust and ensuring effective government services. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Montgomery County's road project near Dayton International Airport will get $2 million in TRAC funds to buy right of way and add a shared use path—funding that is part of over $319 million for 14 projects statewide. In Warren County, a road widening project on Ohio 48 will use $2 million for design work to improve safety and ease congestion, with detailed design starting in 2027. Dayton Daily News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gem City Roller Derby announced its 2025 home season with three double headers at Dayton Convention Center on Saturday, May 3, Saturday, June 28, and Saturday, Aug. 30. The league offers a $40 season pass covering all three games with doors opening at 4:30 p.m. and kids under 12 admitted free. WDTN
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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May the 4th Star Wars Celebration
1-4 p.m. — On Par Entertainment — Free entry — Celebrate Star Wars Day with a fun-filled event for fans of all ages.
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Skeeball Tournament
7-10 p.m. — Level Up Pinball Bar — $5 — Compete for glory in our monthly Skeeball Tournament with epic rolls and fierce fun.
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High School Musical Performance
7-10 p.m. — Refuge Hill Church — Free entry — Experience the lively energy of Disney's High School Musical performed by local talent.
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Laughter on the 23rd Floor
7:30-10 p.m. — Actor's Theatre of Fairborn — Tickets available — Experience the comedic chaos of 1950s television in Neil Simon's hilarious semi-autobiographical play.
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Pop-In & Paint! Brunch Party!
1-5 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $37-$60 per person — Enjoy a creative painting experience with friends while bringing your own snacks and drinks.
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