Good morning, Dayton.

A neighborhood group donated a new plaza to Ruskin Elementary School in East Dayton to boost community pride and ease traffic for parent drop-offs and pick-ups.

The $240,000 Ruskin Commons has paved walkways, an iron fence, decorative pillars and a mosaic of HOPE in eight languages and was paid for with federal ARPA funds and Community Development Block grants.

The tree — removed from Danner Avenue between Guthrie Road and Nicholas Road and sponsored by Premier Health — arrived at Courthouse Square last Thursday and will be decorated with colorful lights before being officially lit at the Dayton Holiday Festival Grande Illumination on November 28. This event marks the start of the festive season in downtown.

Daybreak held its Champions for Youth Luncheon on Thursday — celebrating 50 years as the Miami Valley's only youth homeless shelter and its range of support programs for 500 youth while Governor DeWine joined a discussion on homelessness and behavioral health.

Valley Food Relief called on Dayton donors to support local food pantries as families face challenges from rising costs, noting every dollar provides 4 meals.

For over 40 years, the group has used donations to buy wholesale food for pantries, soup kitchens and shelters.

Local public college enrollment has held steady as Miami University's enrollment dropped by about 1% and Wright State saw a small rise while Sinclair Community College grew by 6% with new degree programs—state records show roughly 450,000 students are enrolled across Ohio.

Robinson Thompson, a minister and former teacher who founded the Scholars of H.O.P.E. after-school program, was elected as the first Black woman on the West Carrollton School Board after receiving 32.2% of the 4,283 votes cast; she ran unopposed — knocking on doors to listen to constituents’ concerns. Her extensive background in various school settings gives her a unique perspective that she will bring to board decisions.

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will reopen today at 9 a.m. after the government shutdown ended — resuming normal hours with galleries, guest amenities and transit service while the Valkyrie Café opens tomorrow.

Dayton officials said the government shutdown ended on Wednesday night so WPAFB workers who had been furloughed for over a month will soon return to work.

Leaders said the return of 38,000 employees each day is very important to both the local economy and national defense — a relief for the community.

Today, the FAA said flight cuts remain at 6% to ease safety issues amid continued air traffic controller shortages, affecting cancelations at Dayton International and other local airports.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said officials will review safety data and adjust restrictions once the system shows improvement—airlines expect operations to return to full capacity soon.

During National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month, Dr. Jared Brosch explained via Zoom that up to 75% of people with Alzheimer’s are undiagnosed—delaying the care and support they need; he warned that early detection is critical as the number of cases is expected to double in the coming decades.

Chef Gabi from Afromeals returned on Your Day Thursday morning to showcase a simple and tasty recipe — the segment highlighted easy steps for home cooks — for local viewers in Dayton.

A new report from (FishingBooker) shows Dayton is one of the best fishing towns in Ohio this year using data from over 100,000 trips to compare customer satisfaction and charter experiences; local anglers benefit from easy weekend trips to Lake Erie and high ratings similar to those in Cincinnati.

Former Flyer NBA star Obi Toppin and Kelley Austria, Doug Hauschild and Chris Lemon were named to the University of Dayton Athletic Hall of Fame—bringing the total membership to 205.

They will be honored—at halftime during the Dayton-North Florida men’s basketball game on Dec. 13.

Aullwood Holiday Art Fair

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Aullwood Audubon — Free admission — Discover a variety of unique artisan gifts just in time for the holidays.

Wright State Raiders vs. Evansville Purple Aces Women’s Basketball

1–4 p.m. — Nutter Center — Check event site for ticket prices — Catch an exciting women's basketball matchup between two teams in a competitive atmosphere.

Bellarmine Knights vs. Wright State Raiders Women's Basketball

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Nutter Center — Check for ticket prices — Witness an exciting women's basketball matchup between the Bellarmine Knights and Wright State Raiders.

A Show of Gratitude

8-10 p.m. — The Black Box Improv Theater — 50% of proceeds donated — Celebrate the season of giving with laughs to support public radio.

A Carillon Christmas Celebration

5:30-9 p.m. — Carillon Historical Park — $75 for members, $85 for non-members — Experience a magical evening with live carols and festive treats at Ohio’s largest holiday lighting event.

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop

11 AM – 5 PM — Courtyard by Marriott Dayton Beavercreek — Included — Create your own stunning Turkish mosaic lamp along with sipping Turkish tea and enjoying delightful treats.

Dayton Ohio Eurogamers Meetup

6:30-11:55 p.m. — Bell, Book & Comic — Free entry — Connect with fellow board game enthusiasts for a night of gaming fun.

Such A Night: The Last Waltz Live

8:00-9:30 PM — Victoria Theatre — Prices vary — Experience a live tribute to The Last Waltz with a night of unforgettable music.

Feast of Giving

11 AM – 2 PM — Dayton Convention Center — Free meals and entertainment — Celebrate Thanksgiving with gratitude and community sharing.

Clifton Mill Christmas Lights 2025

6 PM – 9 PM — Historic Clifton Mill — $15 admission — Experience over 4 million twinkling lights and festive holiday displays at one of the finest light shows in the country.