Good morning, Dayton.

Dayton Hamvention 2025 returns this weekend to the Greene County Fair and Expo Center with tens of thousands of radio enthusiasts from 16 countries gathering to celebrate radio independence.

Organizers say the event, supported by over 600 volunteers, will boost the local economy—bringing about $35 million in impact while showcasing new digital modes.

Kettering police locked down St. Charles School, Archbishop Alter High School, and St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church after staff reported a man with a gun in a pickup truck in the parking lot (officers later cleared the area without finding a matching vehicle or person).

Alter High School in Dayton went on lockdown after a threat was reportedly made against St. Charles — Kettering Police Department secured the building and began investigating the incident.

On May 20, crews will begin installing thousands of feet of fencing and concrete barriers for the NATO Village in downtown Dayton while police close roads along Second and Main Streets to secure the area.

Additional measures include controlled pedestrian corridors and designated protest zones, + several hundred officers from across the state arriving to support security efforts.

Dayton officials are asking residents to be patient with security changes ahead of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly as downtown access will be restricted for vehicles and pedestrians.

City workers will shut down streets and reroute transit from Tuesday, May 20 until after the event ends on Memorial Day — residents can get updates via social media.

Kati Marton, wife of diplomat Richard Holbrooke, recalled her role during the November 1995 peace talks at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base where she asked direct questions that broke the ice between leaders—her actions helped forge a peace that Dayton has proudly honored since.

This historic agreement remains a landmark in U.S. efforts to end conflict through dialogue.

Kil-Kare Speedway in Xenia, which has welcomed racing fans since 1951 and hosted stars like A.J.

Foyt and Ryan Newman, was recently purchased by the International Hot Rod Association—an ownership change that follows the track's closure in 2014 and its restart in 2017. The new owners plan to maintain its racing legacy as they introduce further upgrades.

DLM Good Neighbor 5k

8:30 AM – 3:00 PM — 226 N. Ludlow St. Lot — Registration fee required — A family-friendly run/walk fostering community spirit and support.

5th Annual Rotary Club Golf Outing

10:30 AM - 5:30 PM — Dayton Country Club — Golf Package available — Enjoy a great day of golf and community support with lunch, drinks, and a live auction.

Vets Moving Forward

3-7 p.m. — Student Union — Free entry — Connect with local veterans' resources and job opportunities in the Greater Miami Valley.

Back to the Future Movie Experience

6-9 p.m. — Mayflower – The Encore — Experience a themed interactive movie party featuring Back to the Future.

Dayton Sideshow 2025

5-11:40 p.m. — Yellow Cab Tavern — Free entry — Celebrate the local arts scene with an exciting lineup of music, performance, and visual art at this vibrant festival.

Adoption Event at PetSmart Centerville

12-3 p.m. — PetSmart — Adoption fees may apply — Find your new furry friend at this community pet adoption event.

Pot & Paint: Art and Nature Workshop

2-4:30 p.m. — Cedar Lake — Ticket required — Unwind with art while learning to repot and care for your new plant baby.

The Memorial Day 5K & Mini March

8:30 a.m. — Kettering Recreation Complex — $35 — Participate in a spirited 5K and a free Mini March for kids featuring fun swag.

Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Class

1 PM — Wright Cycle Estates — $60 — Learn essential life-saving skills for healthcare providers with certification included.

2025 Phi Theta Pi Convention

May 28 – Jun 1 — Hilton Garden Inn Dayton Beavercreek — $119 per night — Attend the annual Phi Theta Pi Convention for networking and collaboration.