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Sunday, August 24th, 2025
Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 24th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday morning, over 800 volunteers from Fairhaven Church's four campuses gathered in Beavercreek to serve the community—packing meals for families in Guatemala through the Hope Factory Initiative and building 150 beds for local children through a Sleep in Heavenly Peace partnership. Dayton 24/7 Now
- ➤ The family of Brandon Bark is hosting the 9th annual Barkstrong Golf Outing to raise funds for 4 Paws for Ability—an organization that provides service dogs to veterans in Xenia. The event has raised over $115,000 so far, and donations continue year-round. Dayton 24/7 Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A shooting near the local bar Reserve on Third on the 500 block of East Third Street injured two people who were taken to the hospital after a call reported the incident around 12:50 a.m.—the investigation is ongoing. Dayton 24/7 Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 101-year-old WWII veteran John Preklas flew in a B-25 bomber over Wright Patterson Air Force Base and the University of Dayton campus before returning to the Champaign Aviation Museum, funded by the National Aviation Heritage Area. He was joined by his family (children, grandchildren and his wife Helen) during the historic flight. Dayton 24/7 Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A study by Shirazi Law Firm found that Ohio ranked third in wage theft violations with 919.33 violations per 100K residents—causing 109,247 violations that affected 31,727 workers. Employers have already agreed to pay more than $14 million in back wages to nearly 28,000 employees after the state passed the Pay Stub Protection Act in April. WHIO-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ USPS worker Sydney Billingsley was honored with a mayor's proclamation after saving a man's life on her June mail route when she heard him calling for help, and the city recognized her brave act. WHIO-TV
- ➤ Riverside received a $95K grant from HUD to boost neighborhood clean-up and housing opportunities. City officials said the city will use $35K on demolition projects — in Valley Plat, Byesville, and Huberville by Dec. 31 — and the remaining $60K for housing rehabilitation — partnering with the Community Investment Corporation — to improve local neighborhoods. WHIO-TV
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Dayton Dragons vs. Lansing Lugnuts
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket information available — Catch an exciting baseball game featuring the Dayton Dragons at home.
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Pauly Shore Comedy Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Funny Bone — Ticket prices vary — Experience the comedic insights of Pauly Shore as he reflects on life after fame.
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Front Street Art Hop
5-9 p.m. — Front Street — Free entry — Experience art, music, and food while exploring studios and meeting local artists.
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Oakwood Farmers Market Featuring Gem City Bakehouse
9 AM – 12 PM — Oakwood Farmers' Market — Free entry — Enjoy fresh local baked goods and support local vendors in a vibrant community setting.
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Turkish Food Festival
3 PM — Ashton Brooke of Beavercreek — Free entry — Experience authentic Turkish cuisine and celebrate community culture with a variety of delicious dishes.
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