Good morning, Dayton.

Dayton Energy Collaborative received a $1.7 million grant from the city to expand its home repair and weatherization program in Dayton—aimed at boosting home safety and energy efficiency.

It will get $345,000 in the first year to double its staff and serve 250 additional homes.

A six-year-old named Mila Thrush died at Dayton Children’s Hospital on July 24 after she suffered severe injuries in a car crash on July 9 on Shephard Road in Miami Township — the speeding vehicle struck trees while carrying her, her father, and another child who had minor injuries, and the investigation continues with the father expected to face charges.

Ron and Laura Music from Beavercreek hired TS Compliance Group in April to cancel their timeshare contracts — they paid about $9,000 and did not get the money-back guarantee promised.

They filed a complaint with the Ohio Attorney General’s Office, and consumer advocates say owners should first contact their timeshare companies for exit help.

Federal agents arrested Jeffrey Dorsey, 60, from Dayton on Tuesday after he left a voicemail that threatened to kill a U.S. Congressman if Medicaid was cut—he appeared in court Wednesday and now faces federal charges that can carry up to five years in prison.

The Montgomery County Board of County Commissioners cancelled the ED/GE Fall Funding Cycle on July 30 due to budget uncertainty and redirected $1 million to The Foodbank, Inc. to help feed people in our county.

More details on the board’s support will be shared soon.

A group of Dayton residents and University of Dayton Human Rights Center students studied civilian oversight for Montgomery County Jail and presented their findings in a virtual town hall after submitting a petition with over 2,000 signatures.

The coalition plans to deliver its ten recommendations to county officials later this week — calling for an independent review of jail practices — to improve transparency and accountability.

Several Miami Valley hospitals were recognized by the American Heart Association for following Get With The Guidelines to improve care for heart disease and stroke; 17 Dayton hospitals out of 98 statewide received the honor—this effort highlights a commitment to research-based care.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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'.

Farm to Table Dinner

5-8 p.m. — 2nd Street Market — $36.00 — Experience seasonal delights from local farms in a celebration of community culture and cuisine.