Good morning, Dayton.

More than 400 UD business students and faculty volunteers built 65 wall panels for a Habitat for Humanity home on Sayre Avenue near West Dayton on Saturday — the project helped school bus driver Wilson and her two daughters prepare to move into their new home with a zero-percent interest mortgage.

A Fricker’s restaurant in Huber Heights closed temporarily after a small fire damaged its video game area and exterior wall on Sunday morning—firefighters said no one was injured and repairs are underway with an estimated $5,000 in damage.

Chris Kershner, CEO of the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce, warned that social media now punishes cooperative efforts by fueling intense online backlash—making officials and citizens hesitate to work together.

He emphasized that Dayton remains committed to civil discourse and collaboration to drive local progress.

The Dayton Book Fair is seeking a new warehouse-type building—needed to store donated books and inventory—as it prepares for its 55th fair from November 7-9 at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds.

Organizers say the current rental ends in January and without a new space they may lose vital resources for next year's event.

Crystal Lake, an English professor at Wright State, is researching how old readers turned books into crafts in the 1600s and 1700s—she is writing a book that will show examples of items from needlework to board games.

Her work has uncovered over 1,000 literary objects that link history to creative ideas used by students today.

Raj Soin College of Business at Wright State University partnered with Intel to add artificial intelligence training to its curriculum—giving faculty free, custom course materials and certification opportunities.

The move also supports a new business AI minor and special programs for veterans and high school students.

Federal shutdown has left many local federal workers without pay and slowed key services like Social Security and air travel (a survey is gathering stories from those affected to track its impact).

OSHP is urging parents to discuss safe driving with their teens during National Teen Driver Safety Week, which runs from October 15 to 25, and to set an example by practicing driving together + reinforcing key habits like buckling up and obeying speed limits.

The University of Dayton men’s basketball team beat Penn State 78-62 on Sunday at UD Arena in the CareSource Charity Exhibition—graduate student Keonte Jones scored 17 points and sophomores Amaël L’Etang and Bryce Heard each added 10 while the team forced 14 turnovers.

Progressive Euchre Tournament

7-9:30 p.m. — Star City Brewing Company — $10 buy-in — Enjoy a night of card games and camaraderie at a thrilling progressive Euchre tournament.

Pumpkin Glow Festival

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Caesar Ford Park — Cost varies — Experience hundreds of glowing pumpkins with festive treats and Halloween music.

Bridges of Hope: CityHeart 10th Annual Fundraiser

11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Sinclair Conference Center — Free entry with donations welcome — Celebrate community impact over a catered brunch and inspiring speakers.

We Care Arts Trunk or Treat

1-3 p.m. — We Care Arts Inc — Free entry — Decorate your trunk for treats and enjoy family-friendly activities including face painting and art.

Skinner Pipe Organ Halloween Concert

2-3:30 p.m. — The Dayton Art Institute — Admission details not specified — Experience a thrilling Halloween concert featuring eerie music and spooky silent films performed on the Skinner pipe organ.

Dayton Ohio Eurogamers Meetup

6:30-11:55 p.m. — Bell, Book & Comic — Free entry — Play board games in a welcoming atmosphere for all skill levels.

Not So Scary Haunted House

6-8 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Park — $5 at the door — Experience gentle thrills and Halloween smiles designed for young children.

The Little Exchange Holiday Open House 2025

4-8 p.m. — Little Exchange Fine Gifts — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday spirit with exclusive gifts, decor, and a cause benefiting Dayton Children's Hospital.

HiFi Honey Variety Show

8 PM – 12 AM — Hollywood Gaming at Dayton Raceway — $ — Enjoy a dynamic mix of pop, rock, country, and R&B hits at this vibrant variety show.

Scrooge! The Musical

6-10 p.m. — La Comedia Dinner Theatre — $39-$79 — Enjoy a joyous musical adaptation of Dickens' classic tale with a delightful dining experience.