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Friday, September 26th, 2025
Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today at UD Arena and Welcome Stadium, thousands of cars lined up as local residents received food assistance from The Foodbank to meet the growing need in our community—organizers distributed nearly 15,000 pounds of food and pet supplies. The event helped ensure that both people and pets received the support they needed during these challenging times. WHIO-TV
- ➤ On Wednesday morning, SICSA joined the Your Day crew to share details about Ghost—an adorable rescue pet up for adoption—and the agency hopes to find him a forever home. Dayton 24/7 Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ onMain, a partnership between Premier Health and the University of Dayton, begins construction today at the former Montgomery County Fairgrounds on Main Street. The 38 acre project, located across from Miami Valley Hospital—has received more than $70 million in investments, including $35 million from Ohio’s Innovation Hub Program. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Sheetz will open a new location at 4840 Needmore Road in Dayton Tuesday, Sept. 30 at 10 a.m., marking its 11th outlet in the Miami Valley and second in Dayton. The store will hold a grand opening on Oct. 1—offering free self-serve coffee and soda and awarding prizes—and will donate $2,500 to The Foodbank while accepting nonperishable food donations. WHIO-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Long Shots will host its 3rd Annual Oktoberfest featuring Wiener Dog races — Stein hoisting and a team beer relay along with live music and an authentic German menu. More details on the schedule will be announced soon. Dayton937.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wright State University will host its ninth annual Wright Day to Give on Tuesday, Sept. 30 and Wednesday, Oct. 1 with kickoff events at Southern Ohio Brewing in Beavercreek and Moeller Brew Barn in Maria Stein between 5 and 7 p.m. Donors will be invited to support their chosen university areas to help reach a goal of 1,200 donors—special incentives include challenges, matches and a pennant for new donors. Wright State University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Box tree moths have been found in four additional counties—Clark, Preble, Ashtabula, and Cuyahoga—according to the Ohio Department of Agriculture. Officials will set traps and survey the areas while urging residents to inspect their boxwood shrubs for signs of infestation. WHIO-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost filed a complaint in Montgomery County Common Pleas Court to remove Miami Twp fiscal officer Robert Matthews for allegedly using $9.7 million in township funds to buy gold coins—Matthews must reply within 28 days. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Dayton city leaders are finalizing a plan to add up to 64 speed traffic cameras in school zones to address speeding complaints. The cameras will be installed by Modaxo Traffic Management USA under a contract that runs until the end of 2030 and aims to improve student safety. WYSO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new clinical trial in Dayton tested whether a simple blood test can predict large B-Cell Lymphoma relapse and offered a one-time dose of an innovative treatment to stop the cancer from returning, Dr. Yuliya Linhares from Miami Cancer Institute said on a Zoom call Thursday morning—this study aims to ease patients’ fears about their cancer coming back. Dayton 24/7 Now
- ➤ A recent survey shows that most men in Dayton know they can be screened for prostate cancer and many know someone diagnosed, but over half of men over 40 have not had a screening. Prostate Cancer Foundation officials discussed the findings Thursday morning on Your Day to stress the need for regular exams — urging early detection. Dayton 24/7 Now
- ➤ Doctors stress early treatment for atrial fibrillation — a common heart condition that causes fatigue, racing heart and shortness of breath — to lower the risk of stroke, heart failure and dementia. Dayton 24/7 Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Dayton Dragons ended the 2025 season with an average of 7,785 fans per game at Day Air Ballpark over 63 home games, marking their fourth consecutive year in the top three for attendance—highlighting 25 seasons as the top Class-A team. WHIO-TV
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Germantown Pretzel Festival
9 a.m. - 9 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Playground — Free entry — Enjoy a weekend of soft pretzels, live entertainment, and family fun at the annual festival.
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Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2025
3 PM – 4 PM — National Museum of the US Air Force — Registration fees may vary — Empowering kids with an active lifestyle through weekly running programs.
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Front Street Art Hop
5-9 p.m. — Front Street — Free entry — Celebrate creativity with art, music, and food while exploring over 150 artists' works and live demonstrations.
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Alex Ritchie 5k Color Run and Walk
8-11 a.m. — YMCA of Greater Dayton - YMCA at the Heights — $35-45 — Embrace the colorful fun as you run or walk for a great cause.
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In Conversation with Hannah Beachler
1:15-2:45 p.m. — Foundry Theatre — Free entry — Explore the creative journey of Oscar-winning Production Designer Hannah Beachler and her local roots.
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Dayton Career Fair
9:30 AM-12:30 PM — Marriott at the University of Dayton — Free entry — Connect with recruiters from local and Fortune 500 companies to explore exciting career opportunities.
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Culture Kitchen: Mediterranean Evening
5-8 p.m. — 2nd Street Market — Delightful bites from Turkey and beyond — Experience a night of Mediterranean cuisine with local vendors.
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Giselle
Oct 10-12 — Victoria Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a romantic and supernatural ballet about love, betrayal, and forgiveness.
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Postcard Collecting Event
10 AM – 4 PM — Calumet Center — Free entry — Explore a treasure trove of collectible postcards with expert collectors David and Joan.
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Oakwood Family Fall Festival
2-5 p.m. — Shafor Park — Free entry — Enjoy family-friendly games, hayrides, and a costume parade at this annual fall celebration.
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