Sunday, July 20th, 2025

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Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At Dayton Convention Center, Gem City Comic Con is held today from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.—and Grimoire Academy’s Gothic Market runs from noon to 5 p.m. Tickets for GCCC are sold at the door for $5 while market tickets cost $14 online. WDTN
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Buc-ee’s is hiring managers for its new Huber Heights store at 8000 State Route 235, which is under construction and set to open by spring—that search includes roles like general manager, assistant general manager, night manager, grocery manager, deli/food service manager, gift/merchandise manager, human resources representative, and janitorial/cleaning and maintenance manager. Once construction is complete, Buc-ee’s will expand hiring to include additional positions such as cashiers and team leads. Dayton Daily News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former Dayton police chief Grover W. O’Connor, who died in 1993, admitted he approved illegal wiretapping during the late 1960s and riots—he said he targeted Black Panther phones—and he made this confession two months before his death. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ A new Dayton Daily News series titled Gem City Confessions reveals that in 1985 polygraph tests uncovered shocking admissions of crimes including theft, burglary, and illegal wiretapping by nearly 20 officers—an investigation that led to charges and highlighted the need for tighter police oversight. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Dayton Police say 7-year-old Hershall Creachbaum — reported kidnapped from his Xenia Avenue home on July 12th and later found dead — had been deceased for several weeks, and two suspects have been arrested on bonds of $2 million and $250,000. Dayton 24/7 Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A committal service for four unclaimed veterans with no known next of kin will be held at Dayton National Cemetery on Tuesday, July 22 at 9 a.m. Attendees should arrive by 8:45 a.m. to join the procession. WDTN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Healthy Recovery Celebration is taking place today at McIntosh Park (882 W Riverview Ave) to reduce addiction stigma and honor recovery with live DJ music, free food, a bike giveaway and raffle prizes. The event (presented by Recovery Alliance of Montgomery County and Kami Dayton) supports local efforts to address higher drug use and overdose risks in the community. WDTN
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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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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.
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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.
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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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Dayton Horse Show
All day — Champions Center Arena — Entry fee required — Celebrate a tradition of showmanship and sportsmanship at the 158th annual Dayton Horse Show.
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Summer of Freedom Fundraiser
5-9 p.m. — Benham's Grove — $35 includes one drink — An unforgettable evening of fun, food, and live music to support local veterans.
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Rock ‘n Green Tomato Festival
5 PM – 10 PM, Noon – 10 PM — Riverfront Park Miamisburg — Free entry — Enjoy great food, contests, and live rock ‘n’ roll music at this family-friendly festival.
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