Good morning, Dayton.

The Miami Valley will host several Fourth of July festivities from July 3 to July 5 featuring fireworks launches and community gatherings in Eaton, Dayton, Kings Island, and other areas — a festive weekend for residents.

Today, the Humane Society of Greater Dayton named Shadow as its Pet of the Week, inviting local residents to visit the shelter to learn more about adopting this furry friend.

The Foodbank celebrated its 50th anniversary by unveiling its new $5.5 million Community Resource Center at 10 Armor Place (West Dayton) on Jun.

26. The building now provides essential services for local residents.

Dayton 24/7 Now & Crayons to Classrooms have partnered for the Stuff the Bus campaign launching in July, inviting Dayton residents to support the effort by scanning the QR code.

Shearer’s Foods is expanding into the last former GM facility at 4100 Springboro Pike in Moraine.

The new 390,000 sqft plant will produce over 60 million pounds of chips and snacks each year and add job opportunities from 200 to 600.

Demolition of the long-standing Tasty Bird Market on West Third Street begins Wednesday after an arson fire on May 5 left the building in rubble, while investigators probe the incident.

The event Lights Over Dayton: A Celebration of Flight has been moved to today due to forecasted rain, shifting from its planned schedule for this evening.

Organizers say the change will help ensure safer outdoor conditions for attendees.

The winners and finalists of Best of Dayton 2026 have been announced and the contest saw record votes+ nominations that led to close races among local favorites.

The results show which businesses and community figures have earned steady support from residents.

Gas prices in Miami Valley are expected to drop twenty to thirty cents per gallon over the next two weeks — oil prices declined after the Strait of Hormuz reopened, which local drivers say caused recent fluctuations.

The Food and Drug Administration and Utz have issued a Class I recall of 684,248 bags of Zapps and Dirty chips due to salmonella concerns; the recalled items were sold in Ohio and 30+ states, and consumers are advised to discard them.

Healthcare in the region has grown from small clinics to major employers, supporting more than 45,000 jobs and generating over $8.1 billion in economic impact.

Local systems continue adapting care with new initiatives (including tax breaks for CareSource) to boost services today.

Homeowners in Montgomery County say they lost tens of thousands when a builder failed to finish constructing their new dream home—communication issues stalled the project after they moved from a storm-damaged property in 2019.

WILD ENCOUNTERS

1-3 p.m. — Sinclair Community College Centerville — Free entry — Meet animal ambassadors from the Columbus Zoo and enjoy crafts, snacks, and family fun.

Baseball Game: Lansing Lugnuts vs. Dayton Dragons

7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch one of the hottest tickets in sports as the Dayton Dragons take on the Lansing Lugnuts.

Dayton Dragons vs. Lansing Lugnuts

7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Tickets available — Catch the excitement of minor league baseball at one of the hottest venues in town.

Honoring Our Veterans with Eric Jerardi Band

7-9:30 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion Dayton — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with live music and a tribute to our veterans.

Star Spangled Heights Festival

12-2 p.m. — Thomas A. Cloud Memorial Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a parade, food trucks, carnival rides, music, and fireworks.

Lansing Lugnuts at Dayton Dragons

1:05 – 2:05 PM — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling baseball game as the Dragons take on the Lugnuts.

Black Box Improv's Kid Summer Camp

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — The Black Box Improv Theater — Tuition required — Engage in a creative summer camp that enhances communication skills and confidence through improv games.

Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears Live

7-9 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion Dayton — Free entry — Experience the raw energy of Black Joe Lewis and the Honeybears blending blues and rock in an electrifying live performance.

Big Band Concert with Kim Kelly Orchestra

7-9 p.m. — RiverScape MetroPark — Free entry — Swing into an evening of timeless music with the Kim Kelly Orchestra as classic favorites come to life.

Balls, Bubbles, & Balloons at Science Saturdays

10-11 a.m. — Vandalia Art Park — Free event — Enjoy a fun-filled Kid-Venture exploring the science of balls, bubbles, and balloons with exciting demos and hands-on activities.