Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
Good morning, Dayton.
A person was rescued from Ludlow Falls in Miami County Saturday evening and hospitalized while fire department crews warn that swimming there is illegal and dangerous—residents are urged to avoid the falls.
Police arrested a young man on Thursday morning at Belmont High School on the 2600 block of Wayne Avenue after one student allegedly pointed a gun at another; he was booked on charges including aggravated menacing, carrying a concealed weapon and illegal conveyance of a deadly weapon in a safety zone.
Sha'King Jones, 27, was convicted of murder, two counts of felonious assault, and a weapons violation for fatally shooting security guard Darnell Pate Jr. outside Napoleon’s Palace off Germantown Pike in Jefferson Twp.—His sentencing is set for September.
Englewood and Clayton police investigated several daytime burglaries in Montgomery County where suspects knocked on front doors and broke in when no one answered—stealing valuables from homes between July 28 and Aug.
15.
A fundraising event in Troy raised support for restoring Overfield Tavern and honored about 20 black Civil War servicemen with a ceremony at Riverside Cemetery.
Archeology will start this October and a new roof is planned for December—both enabled by local grants.
DECA, a charter school in East Dayton, will buy RTA bus passes for its high school students after DPS stopped buying passes for charter schools—an option allowed by a state law exemption.
The school will spend about $1.3 million, with the state covering 40% of the cost.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has appointed Brandon S.
Myers to Montgomery County Municipal Court—replacing James Piergies, who resigned after pleading guilty. Myers will take office on September 2 and plans to run for election in November.
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.
Ohio Renaissance Festival
10:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. — Ohio Renaissance Festival — Admission fees apply — Experience the magic with live shows, games, and delicious Renaissance-style food.
Silent Book Club
6-8 p.m. — Blue Sky Coffee — Free entry — Connect with fellow book lovers while enjoying a quiet reading session followed by discussion.
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