Good morning, Dayton.

Bethel Township fire crews from Mad River, Springfield Township, Pike Township, and Bethel Township are battling a fully engulfed vacant house on Alpha Road today—no injuries have been reported while crews work to extinguish hot spots after the home collapsed and marshals investigate the cause.

Sierra Nevada Corporation will invest nearly $100M at Dayton International Airport to build two new hangars and repair ramps—creating almost 400 jobs.

City officials approved $2M for the upgrades and expect the Aviation Innovation and Technology Center to spur further investment.

The U.S. EPA granted $1.2 million to the Montgomery County Land Bank to assess cleanup needs at brownfield sites in Dayton, including a 36-acre property on Riverview Avenue.

The funds become available October 1 and must be used by September 29 — the assessments will include soil and groundwater testing to guide future safe redevelopment.

Fairborn posted four job openings yesterday via social media for a Payroll Specialist, Temporary Helper II — Parks and Recreation, Police Recruit, and Police Officer.

Interested residents can apply online to join the local team and help serve their community.

Centerville and Sugarcreek Township are moving forward with a $70 million plan to overhaul the I-675 interchange to improve safety and ease traffic after over five years of coordinated planning with local, state and federal partners.

Design work will begin by 2026 with Phase 1 improvements on Wilmington Pike and Clyo Road and construction scheduled to start in 2029.

Kettering Health announced on social media this week that its Radiation Oncology technology is running again after unauthorized access compromised some patient care systems last Tuesday — the restoration took five days and the hospital is updating its website while advising patients to keep scheduled appointments unless contacted.

Alter freshman Michael Shope built a perfect season with sectional and district wins and a team title—he now faces Gates Mills Hawken senior Avel Neely in the first round of D-II singles play today at the state tournament.

Tippecanoe High School advanced to the district final after shutting out Piqua by a score of 12 to 0 in Wednesday's postseason game, with pitcher Cayden McKinney striking out eight batters in 4 and two thirds innings and delivering key hits.

Coach Cameron Dickens said the team started strong and will play Hamilton Ross on Friday at Bellbrook High School — they hope to carry their momentum into the next contest.

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.

Funk Fest

5:30-9 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion Dayton — Free entry — Celebrate funk music with top artists including Rick James' Stone City Band and more.

Dayton Dragons vs. West Michigan Whitecaps

1:05-5:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch all the action as the Dayton Dragons take on the West Michigan Whitecaps in an exciting baseball matchup.

Try Paddlesports at Eastwood MetroPark

4-7 p.m. — Eastwood MetroPark — Free — Explore kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and canoeing with hands-on overviews and equipment provided.

Dayton Hybrid Engineering and Technology Career Fair

2-5 p.m. — On Par Entertainment — Free entry — Explore career opportunities in engineering, technology, and security clearance with top employers.

Counselor Training for Building Trades

8 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Dayton Ohio Electrical JATC — Free entry — Enhance your knowledge on Building Trades Careers and Apprenticeship training for 7-12 School Counselors.

Class Act Drama Presents: Sound of Music

7-10:30 p.m. — Montgomery County ESC Learning Center North — Free for children under 5 — Experience a mesmerizing rendition of the timeless classic 'Sound of Music' brought to life by talented actors and musicians.

Ohio One Stop Shop Hop

9 AM – 5 PM — Nutter Center — Free entry — Explore 24 quilt shops showcasing fabrics, notions, and quilt kits all in one convenient location.

Oakwood Farmers Market Featuring Gem City Bakehouse

9 a.m.–12 p.m. — Oakwood Farmers' Market — Free entry — Enjoy fresh air, local vendors, and delicious baked goods to kickstart your weekend.

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow N Fire

2:30-6:30 p.m. — Nutter Center — Tickets available — Experience the thrill of your favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks in an action-packed live show.