Good morning, Dayton.

County officials certified scales Friday morning at the county fairgrounds for livestock competitions, ensuring equipment accuracy before the Montgomery County Fair set to run July 14-19.

Music fans can win a trip with airfare, hotel stay and two concert tickets to any U.S. concert by texting keywords every weekday from July 6 through July 24 at 101.5 The Fridge.

Rosewood Arts Center invites artists working in any medium to submit proposals for solo exhibitions at The Kettering Health Art Gallery during the 2027 season; proposals are due by Aug.

27 at 11:59 p.m. via the online Call for Entry platform.

A vast collection of NCR history is now housed in the former Neil’s Heritage House on West Schantz Avenue.

Dayton History operates the archive center to preserve cash registers, photos, and documents for research and digital restoration.

The Dayton UFO Conference sold out and is held today at the DoubleTree by Hilton Conference Center in Fairborn (near Wright-Patterson) where guest speaker Danny Sheehan will talk about government transparency and strange events.

Organizers expect to share new insights on local UFO stories.

Ohio was declared America's top state for business on Thursday, July 9, as CNBC cited low costs, strong infrastructure + broad market access.

The ranking lifted Ohio from 34th in 2010 to first place in 2026, showing its improved economic strategy.

Under a state law that went into effect in March, kids must be 5 years old by the start of the school year to enroll, replacing previous cutoff dates with district-specific start times.

Local districts including Dayton Public Schools and Kettering report only minor shifts in overall enrollment numbers ahead of registration.

Kettering City Schools will hold a memorial service Monday, July 13 from 6-8 p.m. in the Fairmont High School Cafeteria for recent graduate Kaylee Watkins, who died July 3 in a vehicle accident (pizza and counseling services will be provided).

Haitian beneficiaries of Temporary Protected Status will retain their work permits after federal guidance released Friday confirmed a court order blocks ending the protections in Springfield.

Officials urge beneficiaries and employers to check the USCIS Haiti TPS webpage for updated expiration dates before the current documents expire on July 24.

Dayton leaders and Montgomery County officials piloted the Dayton Street Outreach Program at the historic courthouse on Tuesday.

The initiative, led by Miami Valley Housing Opportunities, will help unhoused residents reach housing and other services—Montgomery County has funded outreach staff and security camera upgrades.

At a Dayton city hall hearing on July 9, residents urged the Public Utilities Commission to block AES Ohio's proposed rate hikes for 2027 — 2029 after years of increases that strain household bills.

The commission will hold another hearing on July 16 to further discuss the proposals.

ODOT has begun a new three-year construction project on a four-mile stretch of I-75 (through southern Montgomery and northern Warren counties), adding a fourth lane in each direction.

Some traffic pattern changes will occur end of July with major impacts visible in Spring.

Over 60 Dayton Wolverines Track Club athletes aged 5 to 18 will travel to Des Moines for the AAU Junior Olympics starting with their 10-day journey at the end of July.

The club has launched a GoFundMe to help cover travel costs + ensure every athlete gets a fair chance.

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.

Cedar Rapids Kernels at Dayton Dragons

3:05 – 8:05 PM — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch one of the hottest tickets in sports with an exciting baseball game featuring the Dayton Dragons.

Cedar Rapids Kernels vs. Dayton Dragons

3:05 – 8:05 PM — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement as the Dayton Dragons take on the Cedar Rapids Kernels in a thrilling baseball matchup.