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Sunday, July 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Peyton Hoff, a Wright State grad who won a $6,000 prize from Wright Venture in 2023, used the funds to launch Absolute Roofing Services and grow his business. Two years later, his company now offers roofing, siding, gutters and full exterior remodel services — with plans to double revenue and hire more sales reps as it expands into commercial projects. Wright State University
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Dayton police are asking the community for help to find an eight-year-old boy with autism who is non-verbal and uses a wheelchair — he went missing from the 400 block of Xenia Avenue at 3:30 a.m. Saturday and was last seen wearing a gray t-shirt with cartoons and gray sweatpants; anyone with information should call 937-333-2677. Dayton 24/7 Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wright State University was ranked among the top 6.7% of 21,462 universities worldwide in the 2025 Global 2000 list by the Center for World University Rankings; the university also placed 255th among U.S. institutions, reflecting its strong academic programs and affordable tuition. This recognition supports its appeal to local and international students. Wright State University
- ➤ Wright State alum Lindsay Aitchison earned a master’s in industrial and human factors engineering and now serves as deputy director of the Mars Campaign Office at NASA headquarters after receiving the 2025 College of Graduate Programs and Honors Studies Outstanding Alumni Award. She leads work to develop systems for human missions to Mars — crediting her Wright State education for offering diverse engineering opportunities. Wright State University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wright State Police Department was named the July Agency of the Month by the Ohio Association of Chiefs of Police and the Law Enforcement Foundation for its community policing programs on campus. The department holds free weekly safety training sessions and works with university partners to keep the area safe + build strong ties. Wright State University
- ➤ Gov. Mike DeWine praised the Ohio State Highway Patrol and ODNR teams who joined Texas Department of Public Safety to help Texas after flash floods killed at least 121 and left 160 missing. The crews began working on Friday, July 11 along the Guadalupe River near Camp Mystic—combating the destruction left by catastrophic flooding. WDTN
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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.
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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.
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Sunset at the Market
5-8 p.m. — 2nd Street Market — Free entry — Enjoy dining, live music, and shopping while soaking in the sunset at this community event.
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Carlene Carter Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion Dayton — Tickets required — Experience the vibrant sounds of Carlene Carter, a legacy of country music, live in concert.
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Gem City Comic Con
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. & 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Marriott at the University of Dayton — Admission details not specified — Immerse yourself in comics and creativity at this family-friendly event.
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Fleetwood Mac Tribute Concert
7-9 p.m. — Stubbs Park — Free entry — Celebrate the magic of Fleetwood Mac with a nostalgic evening of live music.
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2025 Fore Paws Golf Classic
8 AM – 4 PM — NCR Country Club — Registration required — Swing your clubs for a cause and support homeless animals while enjoying a day of fun on the golf course.
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Dayton Dragons vs. South Bend Cubs
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement of minor league baseball with the Dayton Dragons at home.
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United Irish of Dayton Celtic Festival
— July 25-29 — RiverScape MetroPark — Free entry — Immerse yourself in vibrant Celtic traditions with music, food, and culture.
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Patriot 5k Run
9:00 a.m. — Carroll High School — $30 for adults, $10 for children — Support the Carroll Girls' Soccer Team at this family-friendly 5k race with a track lap for the kids.
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