Good morning, Dayton.

Tipp City teen Teegan Colwell is using his pay-what-you-want detailing service to donate proceeds to the Dayton Foodbank & help fight food insecurity in the Miami Valley.

He started in March and will run the campaign through the end of summer.

Today in Downtown Dayton, the Oregon District Car Show offers free on-site registration for vintage, classic, custom, and specialty vehicles.

Families can enjoy music, food, and local shopping along Wayne Ave (and Jackson St) in this popular summer tradition.

Local Dayton businesses create unique spaces where college students and young adults can meet instead of going to bars; options include workshops at MADE Studio (on Wayne Avenue), a coffee lounge at Gem City Catfé, climbing sessions at Urban Krag, and tabletop events at Epic Loot, offering steady, community-building gatherings.

Centerville’s Burn Boot Camp franchise opened its second location in Beavercreek at 3415 Dayton Xenia Road in late April; franchise owner Brittany Walters said the gym is already drawing busy classes and community support from members of all ages.

Hit and Run Tattoo reopens on Saturday, Aug.

1 after a crash in June; owner Steve Salomons—supported by local tattoo shops—hosts an all-day event with 67 designs starting at $50 and free food.

Electra will invest $850 million in a new production facility at Springfield’s AirPark Ohio that will create nearly 2,000 jobs over the next decade.

CEO Marc Allen announced the plan at the Farnborough Airshow and the project is expected to strengthen the local aerospace industry.

American Idol will hold live auditions for Ohio singers on September 5, and the show is set to launch its 25th season in 2027.

Local hopefuls can apply to join the nationwide contest.

AES Ohio said customers will see a bill credit of $14.39 as part of an $11 million refund ordered by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio, with credits automatically added to August bills.

A bill insert will detail the process (customers need not call their service line).

An innovative waste heat recovery system now powers the University of Dayton with carbon-free electricity captured from a Fayette County gas pipeline under a 15-year agreement with AES Ohio and Tallgrass (via Kanin Energy developing the Washington Court House project 50 miles from Dayton).

City of Kettering is considering closing its ice arena due to high costs in a new 10-year plan that also boosts upgrades to the Fraze Pavilion, fitness facilities and aquatic centers; public open houses will be held at Lathrem Senior Center next Wednesday to gather community feedback.

Demolition is underway on the Ohmer Garage near the Victoria Theatre in downtown as trapped water is damaging the historic building — Dayton Live plans a 10-year campus master plan to restore the area and curb further damage.

Trulo Homes-Stone Ridge, a 200-unit gated rental community along Austin Pike and West Social Row Road in Washington Twp, will welcome move-ins early August with a grand opening in September.

The development offers 1- to 3-bedroom homes with private patios, stainless appliances, a pool, fitness center, clubhouse, and dog park.

Dayton Silent Disco: In Space

8:30 p.m. — The Brightside Music & Event Venue — Cover charge applies — Blast off into a night of dancing with multiple music genres under the stars.

Small Farm & Food Fest

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Carriage Hill MetroPark — Free entry — Celebrate healthy eating and sustainable living with hands-on activities and local food vendors.

Dayton Dragons Baseball Clinic

10 a.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Free entry — Experience an inclusive baseball clinic for individuals with developmental disabilities hosted by the Dayton Dragons.

Great Lakes Loons at Dayton Dragons

7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch one of the hottest tickets in sports as the Dayton Dragons take on the Great Lakes Loons.

Great Lakes Loons vs. Dayton Dragons

7:05-8:05 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Tickets available — Experience thrilling Minor League baseball with the Dayton Dragons.

Turning Jane Live in Concert

7-10:30 p.m. — The Brightside Music & Event Venue — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying sounds of 'Hot Girl Rock' from the LA-based rock band Turning Jane.

St. Leonard BoomerFest 2026

Noon-10 p.m. — St. Leonard CHI Living Communities — Free entry — Celebrate a decade of BoomerFest with live music, food trucks, and a fun kids' area.

Great Lakes Loons vs. Dayton Dragons Baseball Game

1:05 – 2:05 PM — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch the Dayton Dragons in action at one of the hottest sporting events in town!