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Monday, May 11th, 2026
Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local students and softball players teamed up with Shoes 4 the Shoeless to give new shoes to children (at Vandalia-Butler City Schools) today. The local nonprofit organized the effort to provide essential footwear for kids. WHIO-TV
- ➤ Dayton social justice leader Bishop Richard E. Cox, founder of the Clergy Community Coalition, died on May 2. His coalition passed a tax levy for a new public hospital in West Dayton last November and remains focused on completing the project. WYSO
- ➤ A new resource center in Montgomery County now helps children in kinship and foster care stay connected to family and gives caregivers essential support at the start of placements (Montgomery County). WHIO-TV
- ➤ On Friday, May 8, 2026, hundreds of law enforcement officers, retirees and family members gathered at RiverScape MetroPark to honor the 49 fallen officers at the 19th annual Montgomery County Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony. Attendees placed white carnations at floral tributes to remember each officer. Dayton Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Dayton and Sinclair Community College celebrated 10 years of the UD-Sinclair Academy on Monday, May 4 at the Kennedy Union Ballroom. The program gives Sinclair students a smooth path to earn a UD degree with nearly 80% staying in the region after graduation. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Disabled UD student with a prosthetic leg encountered issues with campus parking when she was ticketed for using a handicap spot during a time of need (she said the process required multiple appeals), and university officials noted that students can still appeal decisions. Flyer News
- ➤ Caterina + Gina McNamara earned master’s degrees from UD over Mother's Day weekend in Dayton. Both previously earned undergraduate degrees from UD + became the third and fourth family members to earn a master’s. WHIO-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A water main break closed part of a local road yesterday, and crews are working to fix it while advising drivers to avoid the area. WHIO-TV
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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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Hamvention 2026
9 AM – 5 PM — Greene County Expo Center — Check the website for ticket prices — Join thousands of amateur radio enthusiasts for exhibits, classes, and a lively flea market.
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Dayton Dragons Baseball Game
7:05-10:59 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling minor league baseball with the Dayton Dragons at a vibrant downtown venue.
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Rebel with a Clause featuring Ellen Jovin
3-9 p.m. — The Neon — Free entry — Explore the fascinating world of grammar with Ellen Jovin in a lively, engaging event.
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Memorial Day Weekend Carnival at Young's
3-10 p.m. — Young's Jersey Dairy — $1.50 per ride or $25 for all-day pass — Enjoy thrilling carnival rides and festive fun for the whole family this Memorial Day weekend.
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Meet the Artist: Elisha Frontz
4-8 p.m. — Dayton Society of Artists — Free entry — Engage with artist Elisha Frontz and explore her creative process in an open studio setting.
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Heather & The Swing Set Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Whisperz Speakeasy — Free entry — Enjoy an unforgettable night of live jazz music with a beloved local ensemble.
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Heritage Day with the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra
12-5 p.m. — Carillon Historical Park — Free entry — Celebrate Dayton’s rich history with special activities and performances from the Philharmonic.
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