Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
Good morning, Dayton.
Fire crews, police and AES Ohio converged in Fairborn near the intersection of Xenia Drive (Broad Street) to fight a fire that broke out Thursday morning.
Lawrence Dority was found guilty today in an Orlando courtroom for second-degree murder for shooting former NBA player and Dayton native Adreian Payne during a dispute, and he will be sentenced on (Aug.
29) following a three-day trial.
Dayton deputies are seeking help to locate a man wanted on drug possession charges (Montgomery County Sheriff's Office) who was last seen on July 31.
A male was shot outside an apartment complex in Dayton when a 911 caller reported hearing a gunshot — police are investigating the incident further — with details still scarce.
Montgomery County prosecutors have charged a former Northmont bus driver with nearly 100 counts of rape and sexual battery of minors, and one father said his son was hurt when the accused allegedly drugged him + he called the incident preventable.
Families facing housing instability, food insecurity, or financial hardship are struggling to buy school supplies as the new school year nears.
A celebrity couple — long-time partners of the Salvation Army — joined Your Day via Zoom to share tips that may help ease this back-to-school stress.
A total of 1,400 gallons of cyanide chemicals spilled into a wastewater retention pond on Gateway Blvd at 8:00 p.m. Wednesday and Springfield Fire Chief Jacob King said cleanup began after the leak stopped—tests show safe water levels with no risk to the aquifer or community.
Huber Heights will close a busy road for water main pipe installation along Chambersburg Road (near Lexington Place subdivision) from Monday, Aug.
4 to Tuesday, Aug. 5, blocking travel between Churchill Downs Place and Endicott Road. The road will reopen earlier (if construction finishes before schedule).
The Montgomery County Child Support Enforcement Agency is launching new resources to help parents this August during Child Support Awareness Month by offering in-person assistance at the Job Center (1111 S.
Edwin C. Moses Blvd.) on Mondays and Fridays starting Aug. 4 along with FAQ guides, a space-themed video game and a license reinstatement option for parents with overdue support.
Health advocates warned that NTM is a progressive infection often mistaken for asthma or bronchitis—early diagnosis is key ahead of World NTM Day on August 4th.
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.
That Arena Rock Show
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Fraze Pavilion — Tickets starting at $21 — Experience an electrifying performance of classic rock hits at a favorite local venue.
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