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Wednesday, July 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On July 29, the Montgomery County Animal Resource Center in Dayton housed over 100 dogs, which exceeded its designed capacity and strained its staff and resources. The center urged local residents to adopt, foster, or quickly reclaim lost pets to free up space for more animals. Montgomery County
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Dayton Police are searching for a man pictured in connection with a violent July 11 assault on a 60-year-old man who was attacked by a group—one attacker encouraged his dogs to bite the man, causing injuries to his neck and hands—and the main suspect has already been arrested with a record of earlier animal warnings. Dayton 24/7 Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ School officials worry that lawmakers will override Governor DeWine’s vetoes on tax reforms—putting nearly $30 million in school funds at risk. Beavercreek and Northmont representatives said the changes may force districts to ask for new taxes—raising local tax rates. Dayton Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Montgomery County Jail Coalition released its study on civilian oversight committees at a virtual meeting Tuesday at 7 pm following a petition of 2,101 signatures that called for regular jail reviews after seven deaths last year—research done with the University of Dayton’s Human Rights Center compared similar committees in other cities. County officials stated existing review panels do not have power to investigate misconduct—highlighting the need for enhanced community oversight. Dayton 24/7 Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Public health in Dayton and Montgomery County will spray for mosquitoes after tests found West Nile virus in the area. The team will spray Duet today in Vandalia around dusk near the Vandalia Recreation Center and Helke Elementary and will spray Dayton tomorrow around dusk near Highland Park on Wyoming Street and Belmont Park on Woodbine Avenue while people and pets may remain outdoors as the mist clears in a few minutes. Dayton Daily News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Dayton Dragons are starting a new holiday tradition with the Deck the Diamond light show—held at Day Air Ballpark—which will run for 45 nights with over one million lights and festive activities like games, treats, and a visit from Santa. Families will also enjoy heated indoor suites during the off-season. Spectrum News 1
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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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Bacon Fest 2025
4-10 p.m. — Fraze Pavilion — Free entry — Celebrate the love for bacon with food, live entertainment, and fun at this community festival.
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Polish Summer Picnic
2-8 p.m. — Dayton Polish-American Club — $5 — Enjoy polka music by the Chardon Polka Band at this vibrant summer festival.
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National Night Out Huber Heights
6-8 p.m. — Wayne High School — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly evening with fun activities for all ages.
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Dayton Dragons Fire Night
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — $17.50 — Celebrate local heroes with a night of baseball and family fun while supporting the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
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Ashes & Arrows Concert
7 PM – 1 AM — Levitt Pavilion Dayton — Ticket prices vary — Experience heartfelt harmonies and electrifying performances from the country/rock band Ashes & Arrows with opener M Ross Perkins.
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Dayton Potato Festival
12-8 p.m. — Oak & Ivy Park — Free entry — Celebrate potatoes with delightful dishes, crafts, and live entertainment at this community festival.
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Smoke on the Water BBQ and Music Gathering
1:30-6:30 p.m. — German Club Edelweiss — Suggested donation of $40 — Enjoy BBQ, live music, and scenic river views at this family-friendly celebration.
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Get The Led Out Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Fraze Pavilion — Ticket prices from $53 — Experience an awesome tribute to Led Zeppelin with 'Get The Led Out'.
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