Monday, May 19th, 2025

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Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Early Sunday morning, an apartment fire on the 900 block of Stewville Drive in Vandalia caused heavy flames and Mark Peeples helped his scared neighbor jump from the window to avoid harm, which left two people hurt and 13 people (six children) displaced. WHIO-TV
- ➤ A 25-year-old man died in a motorcycle crash in Dayton on May 18th and police are investigating the incident. WHIO-TV
- ➤ A crash on Urbana Road near Eagle City Road killed a 36-year-old pedestrian when a red Silverado driven by a 50-year-old lost its lane and struck him next to a stationary Chevrolet Aveo — medics treated the Silverado driver for minor injuries while investigators probe the accident. WDTN
- ➤ After midnight, Vandalia fire crews responded to a fire at a multi-family home on Stewville Drive and evacuated 13 residents while one person remained in serious condition + the American Red Cross is aiding evacuees and investigators are working to determine the cause. Dayton 24/7 Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dayton Police began setting up a security perimeter on Monday and will install fences and concrete barriers as road closures and transit route changes take effect Tuesday ahead of the NATO Village assembly on Thursday — officials say drivers and pedestrians may face five-minute delays. The city has arranged detours and set up a protest area near Second and Jefferson to help manage the event. Dayton 24/7 Now
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Vets Moving Forward
3-7 p.m. — Student Union — Free entry — Connect with local veterans' resources and job opportunities in the Greater Miami Valley.
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Back to the Future Movie Experience
6-9 p.m. — Mayflower – The Encore — Experience a themed interactive movie party featuring Back to the Future.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Class
1 PM — Wright Cycle Estates — $60 — Learn essential life-saving skills for healthcare providers with certification included.
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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.
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Baseball Game: West Michigan Whitecaps vs. Dayton Dragons
7:05-11:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Tickets available — Catch the excitement of a thrilling baseball matchup at the Dragons' home turf.
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Passport to MetroParks
6-9 p.m. — RiverScape MetroPark — Free entry — Celebrate the summer festival season with live music, entertainment, and hands-on activities for all ages.
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