Good morning, Dayton.

On July 28, Sweet Retreat held an event to honor 7-year-old Hershall Creachbaum that raised over $1,000 for a memorial bench and garden at Ruskin Elementary after community funds already covered his funeral costs; the ice cream shop (which donated $1,281) also introduced a special sundae as the school plans to create Hershall’s Garden for remembrance and healing.

An 18-year-old from Greenville was airlifted by CareFlight early Saturday morning after his 2007 Honda Fit lost control on Hollansburg-Richmond Road in Drake County — the vehicle rolled several times and he was ejected, with his condition still unknown.

On Saturday morning, a deputy sheriff from Montgomery County and the driver of a blue GMC pick-up truck were injured when the truck turned in front of the deputy’s cruiser to enter the I-75 southbound on-ramp from Needmore Rd.—Medics took the driver to a hospital with serious injuries and the officer for minor care, while the Ohio State Highway Patrol investigated the incident.

West Chester police arrested a suspect on Saturday after an hours-long standoff at a Quality Inn on Cincinnati Dayton Road forced evacuation of all other hotel rooms—officers used K9 units and drones while one occupant refused to leave their room and the road has since reopened.

Montgomery County teacher Ronda Nisbet from Dixie Middle School in New Lebanon was named one of four finalists for Ohio Teacher of the Year— the winner will be announced at the start of the school year.

DPS hosted its first Family First Fest on Saturday at Welcome Stadium, offering free health physicals, vaccinations, enrollment services, haircuts and school supplies—an event held in anticipation of school starting on August 12.

The fest featured games, food trucks and vendors to bring families together.

Dayton Public Schools said that for the 2025-2026 school year, they will not buy RTA bus passes for about 4,000 high school students because state law forbids paying for fares, so families must cover transportation costs (each one-way ride costs $2.20) or find another way to get their kids to school. The district will still offer bus rides for students who are homeless, in group homes or in foster care.

Dayton Children’s Hospital raised a record-breaking $85 million in donations that exceeded its $75 million goal to support mental health, advanced care and removal of health barriers for children through its do. more. so all kids thrive campaign.

Ohio state leaders added $25 million for pediatric mental health and the funds will expand crisis care services and launch new projects like a pediatric urgent care in West Dayton—providing strong support for the region’s children.

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.

Oakwood Farmers Market - Gem City Bakehouse

9 AM – 12 PM — Oakwood Farmers Market — Free entry — Enjoy fresh air with local vendors and delicious baked goods to kickstart your weekend.

Dayton Diecast Collector’s Show

9 AM – 3 PM — IBEW Local 82 — Call for table details — A gathering for diecast enthusiasts to buy, sell, and trade collectibles.