Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of July.
Good morning, Dayton.
On Monday, July 20, golfers will play the 15th Fore Paws Golf Classic at NCR Country Club in Kettering to support the Humane Society, with an 18-hole scramble and raffles running from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Kaylee Watkins, 18, the daughter of Turf Nerd Lawn Care’s president, died when a vehicle left a Kentucky mountain on Friday, July 3 — her funeral is Saturday at 11 a.m. at Routsong Funeral Home in Kettering.
Forty years ago, a 44-car freight train carrying white phosphorus derailed in Miamisburg and sparked a massive fire that forced widespread evacuations.
Local reporters now share photos and firsthand accounts to honor this event that reshaped community safety protocols & remembrance.
Dayton-based Joby Aviation will begin aircraft assembly work next year at its newly acquired 700,000-sqft Vandalia building off Capstone Drive + faces a U.S. International Trade Commission investigation over patent and tariff claims filed by rival Archer, with an initial determination expected in spring.
Icarus (the red-tailed hawk) from the Glen Helen Raptor Center flew into a Dayton studio on Wednesday, giving locals a unique glimpse of wildlife in action.
Ohio utility regulators on Wednesday ordered AES Ohio to refund $11 million to Dayton-area customers via bill credits in the next billing cycle.
The Office of the Ohio Consumers Counsel said the refund did not fully cover excessive profits from 2018 and 2019.
Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio Region asked the Hamilton County Court of Common Pleas to hold the Ohio Department of Health in contempt for delaying paperwork required to finalize its 2024 purchase of the Dayton surgical center formerly known as Women’s Med Center.
The delay forces reliance on former owner Dr. Martin Haskell’s license and follows a court order protecting the provider’s license.
Orkin’s report names cities as bed bug hot spots including Dayton (also Cleveland, Chicago, and Detroit) based on annual residential and commercial treatments.
Experts advise travelers to inspect hotel mattresses and keep luggage off beds to prevent bringing bed bugs home.
Local health officials issued a boil water advisory for parts of the village yesterday after tests detected possible contamination, and residents are urged to boil their water until further testing confirms its safety.
Premier Health’s mobile mammogram unit provided breast cancer screenings today at Piqua Manor and will return Monday at Chambersburg Health Center in Huber Heights for routine exams.
Patients with concerns are advised to seek further medical advice.
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.
Yellow Springs Vegan Market
12-4 p.m. — Yellow Springs Brewery Barrel Room — Free entry — A delightful gathering for veggie lovers with vegan food, local vendors, and community vibes.
Elsa's On Linden Public Cactus Paint Party
6-8:30 p.m. — Elsa's Mexican Restaurant — $30 — Enjoy a creative night of painting a cactus on canvas with friends and family.
Engineering and Business Networking
6-8 p.m. — Troll Pub at the Wheelhouse — Limited Tickets — Meet professionals across diverse industries and expand your network in a laid-back setting.
A Place for You Park Open House
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Eastwood MetroPark — Free — Pack a picnic and enjoy a relaxing summer evening with family while participating in fun, hands-on activities and kayaking.
Tribute to Chicago with Brass Tracks Band
7-9 p.m. — RiverScape MetroPark — Free entry — Experience high-energy horn-driven sounds at this tribute concert featuring the hits of Chicago and more.
Greene County Night Bicycle Rides
7-9:45 p.m. — Xenia Station — Free entry — Evening bicycle rides along scenic trails with a sweet ice cream stop.
Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute Concert
7-9 p.m. — Stubbs Park — Free entry — Experience Shawn Gerhard’s authentic celebration of Garth Brooks in a lively outdoor setting.
Dayton Live Creative Academy: Rise Of The Demon Hunters K-Pop Camp
1-4 p.m. — PNC Arts Annex — Registration required — Immerse in choreography and vocal training while creating an original ensemble piece in the K-Pop themed camp.
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