Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
Good morning, Dayton.
A 9-year-old was seriously injured after being hit by a pickup truck on Tuesday afternoon in Dayton; emergency crews responded to the crash at the 1400 block of W.
Grand Avenue (2:30 p.m.).
A Cincinnati staple was ranked the best regional fast food restaurant for the second year in a row by USA Today 10Best — Skyline Chili beat competitors Biscuitville and In-N-Out Burger.
A Dayton-area defense firm is upgrading its new headquarters at 3250 Kettering Blvd to finish renovations and plan the move from its former site while preparing to handle key aerospace and defense projects.
CEO Onome Scott-Emuapkor said the $500,000 investment will add offices, a lab, testing equipment, & a demo room as the firm awaits pending contracts to create new jobs.
Joby Aviation said its facility near Dayton International Airport began ramping up production and testing of flying taxi parts while its first Ohio team members trained in Marina.
The company plans to scale the site to support up to 500 aircraft per year — and its expanded California facility now covers 435,500 square feet to produce 24 aircraft annually.
Families in the Miami Valley can get summer heat relief through the Summer Crisis Program if their income is at or below 175 percent of the Federal Poverty Line (for example, $56,262.50 for a family of four) and they meet additional criteria such as having an older member, a heat-sensitive medical condition, or facing electric service issues. MVCAP will help with electric bills, A/C repairs, and fan or unit purchases with benefits of up to $500 for regulated utilities, $800 for unregulated ones, and up to $1,500 for repairs for residents in Darke, Greene, Montgomery and Preble counties who schedule an appointment by phone or in person.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
United Irish of Dayton Celtic Festival
— July 25-29 — RiverScape MetroPark — Free entry — Immerse yourself in vibrant Celtic traditions with music, food, and culture.
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.
Greene County Fair
8 a.m. – 10 p.m. — Greene County Expo Center Camping — $10 daily admission, kids 9 & under free — Experience a week of fun with exciting acts and entertainment at the fair.
Black Box Improv's Kid Summer Camp
8 AM-10 AM — The Black Box Improv Theater — Check event page for cost — An engaging summer camp for teens exploring the joy of improvisational comedy.
Soaring Sounds
7 PM — Centerville High School Stadium — $43 - $48 — Experience the excitement and artistry of DCI's top Drum Corps in a longstanding community tradition.
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