Good morning, Dayton.

Rumpke has urged Dayton residents to follow safe disposal practices & recycling guidelines for fireworks, pool chemicals, lithium-ion batteries, and other items as July 4th approaches.

Randy Broadright noted that soaking spent fireworks and returning empty propane tanks to proper facilities can help prevent bin, dumpster, and truck fires.

The Montgomery County Fair will open Sunday with long-running attractions—such as petting zoos, a Cincinnati Circus act, and livestock shows—along with new events including daily monster truck and pony rides, a drone show on July 6, and a pro-wrestling event on July 7.

The fair runs from noon to 10:00 p.m. daily from July 6 to July 12, offering various ticket options and air-conditioned indoor spaces.

Chicago, a multi Grammy award winning Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band — known for charting Top 40 albums in six consecutive decades — will perform at Rose Music Center in Huber Heights.

Dayton Public Schools students will no longer use school-issued bus passes to go through the downtown transit hub next school year due to a provision in the state budget signed Monday by Gov. Mike DeWine — Superintendent David Lawrence said meetings with board members, principals, and community members will explore new options as many high schoolers rely on these passes for school and work.

Over 100 Wright State first-year science and math students gathered in the Student Union Atrium to celebrate completing two semesters with food, prizes, games and four students receiving $500 scholarships—dean Ayşe Şahin hopes the event will inspire similar celebrations in other colleges.

Ohio’s new budget for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 allocates $60 billion in state funds plus additional federal dollars and was signed by Governor DeWine after he vetoed 67 provisions, including changes to property tax rules and library material placement.

Lawmakers are split as the plan funds child care, infrastructure, and a Cleveland Browns stadium project while also including a Medicaid trigger that may reduce coverage for many Ohioans.

6888 Summer Marketplace

10 AM – 2 PM — 6888 Kitchen Incubator — Free — Shop local, eat amazing food, and support local entrepreneurs rain or shine.

2025 Montgomery County Fair

Noon-10 p.m. — Montgomery County Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling rides, live entertainment, and a spectacular drone show at the 173rd annual celebration.

Black Box Improv's Kid Summer Camp

8 a.m. — The Black Box Improv Theater — Cost varies — A creative camp for kids to explore improvisation and make lasting friendships.

Free Concert at North Park: Brass Tracks

7-9 p.m. — North Park — Free entry — Experience a high-energy performance from Brass Tracks with a lively horn section and food trucks on site.

EMO Night with Flicker // Fade

11:30 PM — The Brightside — Ticket info TBA — Experience a live band playing the best of emo, pop-punk, and Warped Tour era music.

Front Street Art Hop

5-9 p.m. — Front Street — Free admission — Explore nearly 100 artist studios, galleries, and boutiques while enjoying live music and food.

Yoga in The Park — Speakeasy Yoga

10-11 a.m. — RiverScape MetroPark — Free entry — Enjoy energizing outdoor yoga sessions with Tori Reynolds under the pavilion.

Dayton Mac & Cheese Fest

11 a.m. to 6 p.m. — The Brightside — Free entry — Indulge in a wide variety of mac n' cheese dishes from local food trucks at this family-friendly food festival.

Black Box Improv's KidProv Summer Camp

8 a.m. — The Black Box Improv Theater — Check website for pricing — A lively summer camp fostering creativity and comedy for teens aged 13-17.

Free Concert Featuring A Vicious Cycle

7-9 p.m. — North Park — Free event — Enjoy a nostalgic evening of '90s rock and alt music performed live.