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Dayton children’s author Papa Paws donated his 12-book picture series to the Dayton Metro Library, giving local families a new way to enjoy heartwarming stories.

The collection is now available for checkout at participating branches.

Shook Construction will host a free community concert to celebrate its 100-year anniversary, featuring Grammy-nominated country music artist David Nail who will perform selections from his new album.

Birdie Bay Golf, a new entertainment venue featuring five state-of-the-art Trackman simulators and a lounge for larger groups, is set to open mid-October at 736 Gardner Road near Dorothy Lane Market (local experts helped design the facility).

After Dolly Parton's death was reported, First Lady Fran DeWine reflected on her deep support for children's literacy and the Imagination Library program.

Governor Mike DeWine ordered flags be flown at half-staff on public buildings (until sunset on Sept. 1) to honor Dolly.

Local economists warn Dayton taxpayers that the national debt has passed $40 trillion, up sharply from $30 trillion in 2022 and $20 trillion in 2017, and warn this will push borrowing costs and inflation higher in coming years + urging budgeting measures to ease future financial strain.

Local ChatGPT expert and mom, Meaghan B.

Murphy, joined Your Day on Zoom (Tuesday, Aug. 25) to share tips for safe teen learning using AI tools, guiding parents on how to use ChatGPT as a study partner.

Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority announced winning student bus wrap designs from its Art on the Move contest.

The winning entries from local schools will appear on RTA buses from August through spring 2027 & be featured on the agency's social media pages.

Ohio lawmakers implemented House Bill 96 (HB96) this school year to count all absences as part of chronic absenteeism.

In Dayton Public Schools, officials say the law requires notifying parents once a student reaches over 5% of missed hours to boost family-school partnerships.

Dayton Public Schools will launch a driver’s education program in September with about 20 students in two classes (Ohio law requires all under 21 to complete driver’s ed before getting a license).

Gerstner and Sons, a family-owned wooden chest manufacturer (120 years in Dayton), will help build the 2026 Presidential Medal of Freedom cases after a recent tour by News Center 7 reporter Taylor Robertson.

Montgomery County officials and Harrison Township finalized the 40-acre purchase of the former Forest Park property on Aug.

25 to pave the way for a new Job and Training Center that will boost workforce skills. The county approved a $3 million contract with Levin Porter Architects and will begin construction in 2027 with an opening planned for 2028.

Public Health detected West Nile Virus in mosquitos near Clayton Park and plans to spray Northview Park today with an adulticide product to control the spread.

Local grill dads (Mark Anderson and Ryan Fey) offered advice on common barbecue mistakes as families plan for Labor Day cookouts, sharing expert tips to boost grill skills ahead of the holiday in Miami Valley.