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Friday, June 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ronald McDonald House in Dayton received nearly $28k from Shamrock Shake sales, with over 111,000 shakes sold and McDonald’s area franchisees donating 25 cents per shake — the funds support families staying near hospitals at no cost. WDTN
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A small apartment fire on the third floor of the Dayton Arcade caused water damage to commercial spaces below, affecting iHeartMedia and Table 33 restaurant—whose formal dining room has been partly closed—while property management is assessing the damage and no injuries were reported. Dayton Daily News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Dayton police arrested a suspect—20-year-old Danny Gladden Junior—in connection with the May shooting on W Grand Avenue that killed 19-year-old Darion Jones; records show he was booked at 11:29 p.m. Tuesday on suspicion of murder. WHIO-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Welcome Dayton uses a downtown mural to share immigrant and refugee stories and counter negative views in our community—The mural on Third National Bank displays real faces with QR codes that reveal personal profiles. A World Refugee Day event with a panel discussion, music, food and interactive robot demos will be held at Dayton Metro Library on June 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Neon Movie Theater completed its patio renovations on June 12—and is ready to kick off summer with new outdoor events as manager Jonathon McNeal said the upgrades will offer a fresh look for moviegoers. Dayton 24/7 Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ More than 150 bus drivers took emergency training at Fairborn Middle School on Thursday morning amid a state driver shortage, where they practiced crash evacuations, emergency gear setup, and first-aid. Additional training is set for June 17th in Mansfield as lawmakers move House Bill 3 to the Senate to boost school bus safety—actions meant to protect students. Dayton 24/7 Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Senate bill in committee would bar some foreign buyers from purchasing land within 25 miles of military bases like Wright-Patterson and other important sites. Beavercreek officials said they already made local rules in 2023—while business leaders worry the proposal might hurt jobs and growth if it limits investments. Dayton Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dayton Children’s new canine co-pilot Piper has helped children cope with emotional distress as hospital officials plan to move mental health services to the new Mathile Center for Mental Health and Wellness. Piper, trained by 4 Paws for Ability, works with specialists during individual and group sessions to ease anxiety and reduce the need for restraints. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ A new survey found that 27% of men rated their mental health as excellent while only 15% said the same about their financial health—financial therapist Nathan Astle from Beyond Finance explained the connection during an interview with Your Day crew on Thursday morning. Dayton 24/7 Now
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Celtic Fest Ohio 2025
7 AM – 5 PM — Caesar Creek State Park — Get ready for a day filled with Celtic music, culture, and community spirit.
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Breakfast with The Beatles
9-11 a.m. — Fraze Pavilion — Free entry — Enjoy a lively breakfast classic with Beatles hits and community spirit.
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Dayton, Butler & Warren Golf Classic
9 a.m.–5 p.m. — Heritage Club — Fundraising event — Experience a premier golf outing supporting Junior Achievement's mission to empower youth.
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Breakthrough Basketball Shooting & Ball Handling Camp
June 17-19 — Dayton Sports Complex — Registration Required — Enhance your shooting and ball-handling skills with expert coaching in a high-intensity environment.
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Quack-End View Paint Night
6:00-8:30 p.m. — The Trolley Stop — Cost of food and drinks not included — Enjoy a fun evening of painting and sipping your favorite drinks while creating a unique masterpiece.
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Air Force Museum Trip
8 AM – 5 PM — National Museum of the US Air Force — Cost TBA — Embark on a scenic trip to explore aviation history with fellow enthusiasts.
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MBK & MSK Dayton High School Game Night
4:30-7 p.m. — The Dayton School — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening of games and camaraderie with fellow students.
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Dayton Dragons Baseball Game
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch one of the hottest tickets in sports with an exciting baseball matchup.
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Fort Wayne TinCaps at Dayton Dragons
1:05 – 2:35 PM — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch one of the hottest tickets in sports as the Dayton Dragons play baseball.
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MBK & MSK Dayton Shoot for The Stars Basketball Camp 25
10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. — Northridge Local Schools — Cost info not provided — Develop basketball skills and teamwork for young athletes aged 7-15 at this empowering camp.
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