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Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dayton Metro Library launched its new bookmobile on August 4th to give more residents mobile access to books. Camie Hart, the Outreach Services Manager (who spoke with You Day), said the service will soon offer scheduled stops across Dayton. Dayton 24/7 Now
- ➤ Today, the 4th annual 7 Circle of Kindness School Supply Drive runs from 10 AM — 6 PM at Walmart Miller Lane and Walmart Sugarcreek to help Crayons to Classrooms provide essential supplies to teachers of at-risk students in the Dayton area. WHIO-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Six years after the mass shooting in Oregon District that killed nine and injured dozens on Aug. 4, 2019, community members have held vigils and created memorials while Dion Greene—whose father died that night—is working with Job Core to build the Fudge Foundation Resource Center for mentorship and social services. WDTN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Pediatricians and public health leaders said Monday that access to routine childhood vaccinations may be delayed as the school year approaches—Dr. Lauren Smith stressed that keeping to the schedule is important. Dayton 24/7 Now
- ➤ Authorities recalled 64,800 pounds of butter after tests found that milk was not declared on the label. The recall was issued on August 04 following concerns over proper ingredient disclosure. WHIO-TV
- ➤ Dayton Children's Hospital's 'Do More So All Kids Thrive' campaign raised $85 million and allocated more than half for improving mental health for children. More than $51 million plus $25 million from ARPA will improve inpatient care at the Mathile Center starting Aug. 13 and expand therapy while funds also build an urgent care clinic in West Dayton scheduled for summer 2026. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Eight local hospitals are named on U.S. News Best Hospitals list for 2025–26 with Kettering Health Main Campus ranked No.1 in Dayton and Miami Valley Hospital ranked No.2 while other facilities earned high marks in various procedures and pediatric care. Dayton Daily News
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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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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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Peoria Chiefs vs. Dayton Dragons Game
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of minor league baseball as the Chiefs take on the Dragons.
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