Good morning, Dayton.

Dayton International Airport will sign a five-year Master Lease and Concession Agreement with Tailwind DAY LLC starting Jan.

1, 2026—an agreement that brings a $2 million investment for upgrades to concessions including Warped Wing, Buckeye Pie, Dunkin’ Donuts, The 1903 and Gem City Provisions—and will enhance dining spaces with improved bars, seating and amenities.

Sinclair Community College announced a summer program that helps local entrepreneurs work on their businesses—panelists including Val Beerbower, Rhea Adkins, Dr. Cleo Kum, and Ann Puckett detailed the opportunity yesterday.

The program will provide practical support to business owners looking for growth.

On October 2nd, Jonathon McNeal, general manager of the Neon, told viewers on the Reel Time segment on Your Day about the venue's October lineup.

The segment explained the events planned at the Neon for the month.

The latest drought monitor shows that much of Miami Valley faces moderate drought with severe drought in Mercer and Auglaize Counties as dry conditions have left grassy areas brown and river levels low since late summer—rain is forecast Tuesday to Wednesday morning that may ease burn bans.

Homeowners in Dayton are urged to upgrade their homes for energy efficiency to qualify for a federal tax incentive that could save up to $3,000 if completed by the end of this year + Sarah Riley of Frontdoor said families should act soon to meet the deadline.

A Dayton woman bought a scratch-off lottery ticket at a local gas station on October 2nd that showed a $300K win—she has not yet claimed the prize.

Montgomery County Commissioners approved a $20 million plan to add a new Behavioral Health Unit at the county jail — the project will convert 226 general beds to boost capacity from 12 to 112 — and construction will begin in October with completion expected by mid-2027.

Jail staff will also receive extra training for specialized responses.

Dayton's historic courthouse at Third and Main Streets is now a venue for private and public events.

Built in 1847—modeled after the Temple of Hephaestus, it features a high-ceiling vestibule, central rotunda and seating for up to 100 guests near Courthouse Square.

The Ohio Senate overrode Gov. Mike DeWine’s veto and passed a measure that in about 90 days will remove school districts’ authority to issue emergency and other fixed tax levies.

Lawmakers say the change is meant to clear up voter confusion over property taxes—an issue that may lead to significant revenue losses for local schools and cities.

Voters who want to cast an absentee ballot by mail in the Nov.

4 general election will find a request form in the Sunday, Oct.5 edition of the Dayton Daily News, Springfield News-Sun, and Journal-News. Election officials say county boards will follow extra safety steps—disinfecting voting equipment and supplying hand sanitizer—for in-office voting.

Jessica Katawick, a nurse and breast cancer survivor, showed that better screening and new drugs like Herceptin have changed treatment.

Doctors say early detection plus improved care will help more patients while research also supports mental health during recovery.

Three local nursing homes—CoreCare at Mary Scott in Dayton, Englewood Health and Rehab, and Garden Court Skilled Nursing Center in Trotwood—are at risk of shutting down after Medicaid cuts reduced provider payments, putting about 200 seniors in danger of losing care.

The federal changes from the Big Beautiful Bill Act will also lower benefits and co-pays for many on fixed incomes.

A Kaiser Family Foundation poll found that between July 2024 and July 2025 one in four adults had trouble paying for health care and one in five had not filled a prescription because it was too expensive.

Joshua Fredell of CVS Caremark joined the Your Day crew Thursday morning and said patients may have more power than they realize when dealing with prescription drug spending — a point that underscores ongoing cost struggles.

Dayton entrepreneur Katie Hill’s real estate site Unlisted lists 5744 homes valued at $4.7 billion and has gained 240,000 new users, and it will join TechCrunch Disrupt later this month—letting homeowners update their online profiles directly.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Giselle

Oct 10-12 — Victoria Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a romantic and supernatural ballet about love, betrayal, and forgiveness.

Postcard Collecting Event

10 AM – 4 PM — Calumet Center — Free entry — Explore a treasure trove of collectible postcards with expert collectors David and Joan.

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.

Dayton Ohio Eurogamers Meetup

6:30-11:55 p.m. — Bell, Book & Comic — Free entry — Connect with local gamers and enjoy board games together, welcoming both beginners and experts.

Concert For A Cure

7-10:30 p.m. — The Brightside — Ticketed event — Experience a night of music and solidarity supporting women battling breast cancer.

Sunset at the Market

5-8 p.m. — 2nd Street Market — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of shopping, dining, and entertainment under the sunset at this vibrant local market.