Good morning, Dayton.

Elizabeth Corrado Weizman, co-founder of Bella Sorella Pizza, died Thursday after a long battle with stage 4 cancer.

Funeral services are scheduled for Wednesday at Precious Blood Catholic Church in Trotwood and the restaurant will reopen for dinner at 4:30 p.m. to honor her legacy.

Homefull, a Dayton-based nonprofit, returned to Springfield to provide emergency housing after Sheltered Inc. shut down in May; its shelter opened May 22 in a former fire station and will expand services later—with funding from a city contract and county support, part of the All In Clark County Plan.

The 2026 CenterPoint Energy Dayton Air Show drew about 90,000 people despite wet weather on Sunday that forced the Blue Angels to cancel their second act + organizers already plan next year's show for June 26-27 at Dayton International Airport + safety was maintained.

Joby Aviation is growing production in Dayton as its Concorde Drive plant adds a second shift and its Vandalia facility will become the main site for EVTOL aircraft, aiming to double output to four per month next year + additional proprietary parts will begin production soon.

A local animal shelter is searching for a woman seen dumping a kitten in a black carrier (a social media video shows her walking away) and urges anyone with details to come forward.

The Dayton Daily News and its staff won multiple awards from the Ohio Society of Professional Journalists for their large print reporting — recognized in categories including Best Editorial, Public Service Reporting on homelessness, Graphic Design and Special Section.

They also earned several second-place honors.

Moraine held its first Flag Day celebration Saturday on the lawn near the city administration building, where Mayor Teri Murphy gave remarks and Councilman Mike Daugherty recited the flag's history.

Officials burned a retired flag and collected others for proper disposal.

A free jazz concert on Juneteenth will feature iconic bassist Eddie Brookshire as Dr. Willie Morris III leads the performance and Brenda Flowers offers vocals.

The event celebrates local jazz + honors cultural heritage.

Yellow Springs schools are undergoing a $55 million facilities plan after voters approved funding in November 2023.

Demolition began Monday at the high school — elementary remodeling will finish in October and middle/high renovations are set to complete in December.

Thursday Co-Ed Soccer League

7-10 p.m. — The Salvation Army Dayton Kroc Center — $80/player — Experience social soccer with inclusive teams and fun nights under the lights.

Kyle Kemper Live at Bricky's Comedy Club

9:30-11 p.m. — Bricky's Comedy Club — $17 — Enjoy a night of self-deprecating humor and energetic crowd work with Dayton's own Kyle Kemper.

Candlelight Tribute to Queen and The Beatles

8:45 – 9:45 p.m. — Dayton Masonic Center — Ticketed event — Experience the enchanting music of Queen and The Beatles under candlelight in a stunning venue.

Summer Concert Series: Sunday Concert with Band 5

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Dominick Lofino Park — Free entry — Enjoy a lively concert with Band 5 featuring your favorite tunes and community fun.

hOm Sound Bath Experience

7-8:30 p.m. — The Brightside Music & Event Venue — Cost varies — Experience a tranquil sound bath combining traditional healing with modern therapeutic sounds.

Dayton Dragons Baseball Game

7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch one of the hottest tickets in sports as you watch the Dayton Dragons play baseball.

West Michigan Whitecaps at Dayton Dragons

7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement as the Dayton Dragons take on the West Michigan Whitecaps in a thrilling baseball match.

Dayton Dragons vs. West Michigan Whitecaps

7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling baseball action with the local heroes, the Dayton Dragons.

Gem City Groundlings present 'As You Like It'

7-9 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion Dayton — Free entry — Enjoy a witty comedy of love and identity in the scenic Forest of Arden.

West Michigan Whitecaps at Dayton Dragons

6:00 – 8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling minor league baseball with the Dayton Dragons at Day Air Ballpark.