Good morning, Dayton.

Maude, a 10-year-old chihuahua rescued from a hoarding situation, found a permanent home with the Hendersons after an adoption event arranged by the Humane Society of Greater Dayton in January.

The family said the dog now enjoys quiet cuddle time and playful walks with household dogs.

Yesterday at Eastwood MetroPark, Five Rivers MetroParks celebrated the opening of a new nature play area that replaces the traditional playground with a space for climbing, building, and splashing.

Local donors helped bring the project to life for families to enjoy the outdoors.

Nothing Bundt Cakes brings back its popular Biscoff Cookie Butter Cake and adds new fall flavors available for a limited time at its local shop.

Chick-fil-A plans to build a 4,800 sqft restaurant at the former Frisch’s site at 1095 S.

Main St. in Englewood; the company is seeking zoning variances for a drive-thru and seating, with the Englewood Planning Commission reviewing the application on Sept. 2.

L.L.Bean held its grand opening on Friday, Aug.

28 at Greene Towne Center with early giveaways starting at 6 a.m. and a ribbon-cutting ceremony, and the store donated $10,000 to South YMCA (supporting summer camp access for underserved youth).

The Neon in Dayton will honor Dolly Parton by screening Steel Magnolias on Sunday, Sept.

6 at 12:30 p.m., and tickets cost $10 each.

Dayton Public Schools will induct its inaugural Athletics Hall of Fame class Friday, Oct.

30 at the Presidential Banquet Center. The event will honor former athletes, coaches, and contributors while raising funds for the Welcome Stadium field house.

The City of Dayton has received a portion of over $1 million in grant funds from the Ohio Attorney General’s Office to clean up illegal dumping on Delphos Avenue near West Third Street.

The funds will target five problematic dump sites that have created safety issues for local neighborhoods.

Springfield High School canceled its football game on Aug.

28 because several players fell ill; school officials decided the precaution would help protect student health.

Brion Treadway's Hamilton West Side All-Stars advanced to the Little League World Series U.S. championship game today at 3:30 p.m. in Williamsport (after a 7 to 1 win over Iowa), marking a summer of unforgettable moments for the family.