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Thursday, October 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Larry Hansgen, host of WHIO Newstalk Radio at 95.7FM and 1290AM, won the Medium Market Personality Award at the NAB Marconi Radio Awards in New York City Tuesday—he has worked at WHIO since 1981 and now leads Miami Valley’s Morning News. WHIO-TV
- ➤ Country singer Luke Bryan partnered with Bayer and Feeding America on Wednesday morning via Zoom to launch the 'Take Care, Now' campaign—designed to help families deal with rising food prices as many struggle to afford nutritious meals. Dayton 24/7 Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pizza Dive in Beavercreek started demo on its new location on Towne Drive—next to Rusty Taco and across from Fairfield Commons Mall—and it expects to open the shop in April 2026 after two years of planning. WHIO-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Dayton native Paul Stelzer, a Film Dayton member who co-founded The Hashtag Comedy Company in Columbus, will lead two free improv workshops at FilmDayton offices inside the Dayton Mall. One workshop is today (7:00 p.m.) and the other is on Sunday (1:00 p.m.). Dayton937.com
- ➤ Vintage Market Days is a three-day event at Greene County Fairgrounds from October 24-26 that offers 288 booths in four barns and outdoors — each booth displaying carefully arranged antiques, collectibles and unique gifts. Visitors can re-enter free on subsequent days by taking a selfie at a designated photo wall when they buy a ticket on Friday. DaytonLocal.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ ODOT released a report showing that a walkable and bike-friendly downtown can boost Dayton’s economy — Press Secretary Matt Bruning said the study could shape future transportation plans. Dayton 24/7 Now
- ➤ A study from Wright State University shows untreated mental illness cost the greater Dayton region nearly $30B through high spending on health care, lost productivity, and added expenses. The research breaks the costs into direct spending, lost GDP, and the economic value of early deaths — findings that may prompt businesses to boost mental health support. WYSO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Oakwood City Schools joined a statewide lawsuit against the EdChoice private school voucher program because they say it withdraws funds from public schools — the district will pay about $4,000 for the next school year and joins over 340 districts in the effort. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Students at the University of Dayton secured $200,000 to enhance football safety when Saturn Sports landed the funds—Vince Lewis, Scott Koorndyk, and Brayden Shepard detailed the venture on Wednesday morning. Dayton 24/7 Now
- ➤ Greene County Career Center is planning major updates at its Xenia campus that will add a culinary space to enroll 40 new students, a public service center for health, sports and other programs, and a children’s career center for local field trips. The center will begin construction on the culinary addition next summer and has already expanded its welding program with a $500,000 contribution from a local foundation. Dayton Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Solvita unveiled a 1.5‐megawatt solar array at Kettering’s Miami Valley Research Park that is expected to produce 2 million kilowatt‐hours annually and power 200 homes. The project was built by Kokosing Solar in partnership with IGS Energy and awaits final utility permission—paving the way for more clean energy in the region. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Bridget Noonan, senior brand director with Decked, shared safe fall outdoor tips with the Your Day crew on October 22 as millions of hunters, campers and hikers prepared to enjoy cooler weather and vibrant colors. Dayton 24/7 Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Carroll High School boys’ soccer coach Scott Molfenter won his 577th career game on Tuesday night — breaking the state record for wins — and his achievement marks a milestone in his coaching career. WHIO-TV
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Exploration with Albert Lin
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Victoria Theatre — Tickets available — Discover the thrilling expeditions of a modern explorer using technology to uncover ancient mysteries.
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Canisius Golden Griffins at Dayton Flyers Basketball
1-4 p.m. — University of Dayton Arena — Check out an exciting NCAA basketball matchup as the Dayton Flyers take on the Canisius Golden Griffins.
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