Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of July.
Good morning, Dayton.
On July 20, the trail above the Dayton Canoe Club will close for repairs + detour signs will guide users along Riverside Drive for about thirty days until repairs finish in late August.
Dayton Public Schools may propose a 7 mill property tax levy on the November ballot to raise $14 million for daily operations.
Officials will host community meetings in the coming weeks to explain the proposal (homeowners could pay about $245 per $100,000 of value).
Sinclair College offers a free program for local small business owners — letting them build real growth plans while working on their own companies.
Applicants must meet revenue and employment rules, with classes starting in May and applications open through January 2027.
Today, children explore the 1800s at Settler’s Survival Camp in Carillon Park.
They begin with team bonding, a puppet show and then try cooking demonstrations with recipes like an 1838 macaroni and cheese linked to early Dayton settlers.
Following a Supreme Court ruling that may let TPS end on July 27, Springfield Haitians face uncertainty as DHS extended work permits until July 24 & a D.C. appeals briefing on Monday, July 20 will discuss lifting the court's stay.
Local attorneys advise affected families to prepare as legal steps proceed.
Kettering City Council is reviewing a rezoning request for the nearly 100-year-old Barnes building (3750 Far Hills Ave.) to let COhatch open shared workspaces and allow school offices to return, with construction expected to take 12 to 15 months after approvals.
The plan also includes changing zoning for nearby properties.
The CDC said there are about 7,000 cases of cyclosporiasis in 34 states, including 1,645 lab-confirmed cases, with some Ohio residents affected.
Public health officials recommend washing produce and cooking food thoroughly (to at least 158°F) to help reduce risk.
New Season Treatment Center will open its latest clinic at 3954 Linden Ave in Dayton early August.
The facility is part of the Eastown Shopping Center (next to an RTA transit center) and will offer outpatient therapeutic programs and support services for opioid use disorder.
Montgomery County reappraisal shows property values rising nearly 20% to a total of $7 billion, with 92% of homeowners facing a tax increase of 1.5% to 2% starting in 2027.
Homeowners may review their assessments before the end of the year.
Gem City Roller Derby celebrated its 20th season with a record crowd at a home game on June 27 at the Dayton Convention Center.
The nonprofit team will play matches on Aug. 29 and Sept. 19 and offer skating clinics in the fall for new members.
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.
Dayton Celtic Festival 2026
All day — RiverScape MetroPark — Free entry — Experience the vibrant culture of Celtic nations with music, dance, and food.
Cedar Rapids Kernels at Dayton Dragons
7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Tickets available — Catch one of the hottest tickets in sports and enjoy a thrilling baseball game!
Fleetwood Mac Tribute Concert by Landslide
7-9 p.m. — Stubbs Park — Free entry — Enjoy the hits of Fleetwood Mac performed live for an unforgettable summer evening.
Free Concert at North Park: 24Seven
7-9 p.m. — North Park — Free entry — Enjoy rock, pop, and dance hits from the '70s to today with food trucks available.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, Dayton.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.