Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of May.
Good morning, Dayton.
On Monday, a mobile home fire in St. Clair Township quickly spread to damage three homes when flames shot out from a kitchen window, leaving Michael Ferguson's family of five displaced and with few belongings while firefighters contained the blaze.
Dayton-based retail technology company Stratacache sold its Trotwood distribution and assembly center for $18M on Wednesday, May 20 off Olive Road to Cincinnati investor Viking Partners Modern Way LLC, as it shifts focus from local properties.
Company founder Chris Riegel said the move supports plans to concentrate on its core business.
Allegiant Air began service on Friday, May 22 from Dayton International Airport to Myrtle Beach (with fares as low as $45 and twice-weekly flights) as the carrier launches a new summer travel option for local residents.
Dayton 24/7 Now partners with Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken to honor standout student-athletes with awards for talent, perseverance and good citizenship.
Ava Walker from Beavercreek High School was named the April recipient.
The land that once housed Foxton Court Apartments, demolished after the 2019 Memorial Day tornadoes, was transformed into a green space with a paved trail linking to the Stillwater River trail and community garden plots at Wegerzyn Gardens MetroParks (located at 1301 E.
Siebenthaler Ave.).
PUCO recommended rate increases for AES Ohio customers that could raise Dayton-area bills by $2.88 a month in the second year of a multi-year plan; the proposal also creates a tariff for data centers & has a hearing set for Aug.
4 with public hearings planned later this summer.
The Dayton VA Medical Center earned a 5-star rating from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Service and honored veterans with 270 flags raised this morning; Scouts will add flags to graves tomorrow and a military honors ceremony will be held Monday in the cemetery + volunteers are needed afterward.
Premier Health will offer mammogram screenings in June using a mobile coach featuring both 2D and 3D mammography technology.
Appointments are available at community events and health centers across the Miami Valley, including Feed the Hungry Project Community Day on June 6.
Dayton Children’s will open its new West Dayton urgent care, the Feldman Center for Healthy Futures, on May 27 to offer same-day pediatric care with weekend+evening hours in honor of retiring CEO Debbie Feldman.
Marker Development broke ground on a 225,000+sqft industrial facility in Vandalia’s Stonequarry Crossings Industrial Park near Interstates 70 and 75, close to Dayton International Airport, on May 21.
The building, raised on spec with potential to expand by 70,000+sqft, will be completed in spring.
University of Dayton high jumper Thompson has qualified for the NCAA Championships and will compete in the high jump on May 30 during the NCAA East Regional (a key step for local talent).
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.
Dayton Dragons vs. Great Lakes Loons
7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement of minor league baseball with the Dayton Dragons in action.
Dayton Dragons vs. Great Lakes Loons
7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of minor league baseball with the Dayton Dragons in action!
Dayton Dragons vs. Great Lakes Loons
7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch the Dayton Dragons play baseball in an exciting matchup at home.
School Days Off Program at the RecPlex
7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. — Washington Township RecPlex — $76-$99 per day — Enjoy engaging activities and childcare for kids grades K-5 on school days off.
Dayton Dragons vs. Great Lakes Loons
7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Tickets available — Experience the excitement of minor league baseball with the Dayton Dragons in action.
Clash Spring/Summer Fashion Show
5-11 p.m. — The Brightside Music & Event Venue — Tickets available now — Experience a showcase of bold designs and emerging talent from Dayton's creative community.
Mariah the Scientist Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Fraze Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of soulful tunes by Mariah the Scientist.
Acting, Production and Business Networking: Elevating Your Potential
6-8 p.m. — Troll Pub at the Wheelhouse — Limited tickets — Network with industry professionals in fashion and business at Dayton's vibrant venue.
Break Up With What Broke You
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Panera Bread — Free entry — Discuss shedding unhealthy baggage and find freedom through fellowship and biblical insights.
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