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Thursday, August 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A suspected arson fire damaged a playground at the 1300 block of East Fifth Street at Bomberger Park early Sunday, where firefighters found only three swings, a small slide, and a dinosaur remaining—local crews cleared debris as the community plans to rebuild while officials investigate the cause. WHIO-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dayton is seeing construction on the onMain project at the former Montgomery County Fairgrounds as the University of Dayton and Premier Health work together to transform a 37-acre site into a mixed-use development. The project received a $35 million state award for an Innovation Hub — plans include new streets, utilities, and community spaces. WHIO-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Ohio Department of Children and Youth is reviewing how Clark and Montgomery County Public Children Services handled the case of 7-year-old Hershall Creachbaum after remains were found near the McClure Street bridge on July 12—Michael Kendrick and Ashley Johnson are in jail with court proceedings set for today. Dayton 24/7 Now
- ➤ The Montgomery County Coroner’s Office identified human remains from a cooler found near Manning Road and Anthony Road in Jackson Township (discovered at 7:37 p.m. Sunday) as 28-year-old Brittany Fuhr-Storms, and the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office Special Investigations Unit is investigating the case (cause and manner of death remain undetermined). WHIO-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Greater Dayton RTA is adding a new electric trolley route — Route 3 — that will run from the Eastown Transit Center through downtown to Dayton Children’s Hospital starting August 31. The agency will also modify Routes 1 and 6 effective August 31 so Route 1 now ends at Eastown Transit Center while Route 6 serves Wright State University and Pentagon Boulevard. WYSO
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A Kentucky-based housing developer will invest $45 million to build a 118-unit assisted senior living facility on the former site of Orville Wright Elementary in East Dayton. The project will include a mix of studio and one-bedroom units with community amenities and open space, and construction is set to begin in the second quarter of 2026 and finish late 2027 (the units will serve seniors earning at or below 60% of the Area Median Income). Dayton Daily News
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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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Rip Rap Farmers Market
5-8 p.m. — Rip Rap Roadhouse — Free entry — Explore local vendors and mingle with adorable rescued bulldogs.
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