Good morning, Dayton.

Wolf Creek in West Dayton is seeing major changes as new housing projects and levee redesigns aim to boost community safety and access to local amenities.

The Montgomery County Land Bank, local developers, and the Miami Conservancy District are investing millions—efforts that will renovate homes and public spaces in the coming years.

A $16 million settlement was reached in December in a wrongful death lawsuit for a crash near Dayton airport last year that killed four people and injured one—if the estates and injured party do not agree on fund distribution, a jury trial is set for April 27, 2026.

On Wednesday evening, a shooting injured at least one person in East Dayton as a chaotic 911 call from Lombard Avenue captured voices in distress—Montgomery County Regional Dispatch has not confirmed how many were hurt or if there were any fatalities.

At Sinclair Community College, Senator Jon Husted said Pell Grants now can fund short-term workforce training under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act—helping low-income students meet work and school rules for Medicaid—while local employers look for more skilled workers.

Kettering Health Network donated 28 hospital beds and four stretchers to Cedarville University's School of Nursing to boost its training for the 2025 to 2026 school year.

Eight beds were delivered on August 11 and the other 20 will arrive by August 18—updating old equipment and supporting global health services.

A congressional field hearing at the Air Force Museum reviewed how the Defense Production Act supports Wright-Patt’s work in keeping defense manufacturing strong as the act nears expiration next month—lawmakers called for streamlining the process and expanding funding flexibility to boost emerging technologies.

Versiti Blood Center of Ohio-Dayton urgently needs O positive and B positive blood donors after recent car accidents and surgeries reduced the supply for 32 hospitals — the center needs 350 units daily.

Donors who give blood by August 31 will be entered into a sweepstakes for Bengals season passes and donors between August 18th and 24th will receive a $25 gift card.

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.

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.

Rip Rap Farmers Market

5-8 p.m. — Rip Rap Roadhouse — Free entry — Explore local vendors and mingle with adorable rescued bulldogs.

Tattoo Fest Dayton

12-10 p.m. — Dayton Convention Center — Check the website for ticket prices — Discover unique tattoo artists and celebrate the art of ink at this vibrant festival.

Dulahan Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion Dayton — Free entry — Experience a dynamic blend of Celtic and Americana music with intricate harmonies and instrumentation by Dulahan.

Songwriter Night at Joui Wine

6-8 p.m. — Joui Wine — Free entry — Experience a cozy evening of local songwriting talent in an intimate setting.

Trivia Wednesdays - Friends

7-9 p.m. — On Par Entertainment — Free to play — Test your knowledge of Friends with trivia rounds and prizes for top teams.

70s and 80s Rock Night Featuring Cassette Junkies

7-9 p.m. — RiverScape MetroPark — Free entry — Rock out to classic hits from the 70s and 80s while enjoying the beautiful sunset over the Great Miami River.

Zac Amico Live

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Bricky's Comedy Club — $15 — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Zac Amico, known for his appearances on Comedy Central and Impractical Jokers.