Good morning, Dayton.

Guided by Mushrooms, a local farm in Dayton, received a $2,500 microgrant from Hall Hunger Initiative and used it from July 1 to August 5 to supply 35 pounds of mushrooms per week to House of Bread—providing 10,000 free lunches during that period.

The farm, which produces up to 900 pounds weekly, is now looking for new markets after the LFPA program ended.

On Friday, October 24, the Humane Society of Greater Dayton brought an adoptable pet to the "Your Day" studio to help it find a forever home—showing the organization’s commitment to pet adoption in our community.

On Thursday night, the Boys & Girls Club of Dayton raised over $400,500 for its $18 million campaign to build a new facility on the west side that will offer a gym, art and dance spaces, and a room for workforce training — construction is expected to begin within the next 12 months as the club, which currently serves about 200 youth, plans to double its reach.

Shearer's Food will test equipment next month at its new factory at 4100 Springboro Pike and switch on production in November.

The company will start its tortilla line on Dec 1 and add over 250 jobs at first—planning to expand further in fall and begin making corn and potato chips early next year.

The drive-thru coffee stand with over 20,000 drink combinations opened several locations in the Miami Valley and is planning another soon—its expansion will offer more choices to local customers.

The chain said the new location will help meet growing demand.

Amid the federal shutdown, the U.S. EPA is cutting back on activities such as cleanup at Superfund sites and civil inspections to deal with reduced funding—these cuts may slow enforcement of environmental regulations while criminal investigations continue.

In Ohio, the agency’s federal counterpart is reducing its operations as a contingency, though the Ohio EPA said it still meets its permit reviews and grant funding commitments.

The Riverside-based Wright Brothers Institute has suspended operations as its board evaluates future plans while reassessing its mission for early 2026—leaving a two-decade legacy of supporting Air Force research and sparking local innovation.

The decision follows years of collaboration with community partners to boost Dayton’s innovation district.

Federal employees in Dayton missed their full paycheck for the first time yesterday as the 23-day government shutdown left over 1.8 million without pay.

Rob Burnette from Outlook Financial Center advises families to take quick steps to ease budget strain—an effort aimed at mitigating financial stress during the ongoing stalemate in Washington.

Kettering is increasing traffic safety measures after three students were hit since Sept.

16— the city will boost police enforcement in school zones, update school travel plans with local schools, and urge drivers and pedestrians to obey traffic signals.

Yesterday, the American Heart Association released its first major update to CPR guidelines since 2020—introducing new lifesaving steps for choking emergencies, suspected opioid overdoses and an updated chain of survival in the Miami Valley.

A representative explained the changes during a discussion with Your Day to show how these methods can help save lives.

K99.1FM is hosting the 28th annual Cares for Kids Radiothon today — hosts Nancy and Woody share updates until 6 p.m. — as families discuss the Canine Co-Pilot Program at Dayton Children’s Hospital.

On Friday, October 24, experts said that over 38 million U.S. adults had diabetes, with a new case diagnosed every 26 seconds — ADA chief scientific officer Rita Rastogi Kalyani, MD explained that the agency was raising awareness on type 2 prevention and type 1 early screening.

The Cincinnati Bengals will face the New York Jets and the Cleveland Browns will play the New England Patriots—both teams won big games recently and now prepare for their next match.

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.

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.

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.

Live Music by BobbyD Music

6-8 p.m. — The Brunch Pub — Free entry — Enjoy the smooth sounds of Bobby D Music while dining on delicious farm-to-table meals.

Dayton Flyers Women's Basketball vs. Mercyhurst Lakers

7-8:30 p.m. — University of Dayton Arena — General admission — Enjoy an exciting women's basketball matchup as the Flyers take on the Lakers.