Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of November.
Good morning, Dayton.
A local woman won $50,000 on a Holiday Millions scratch-off ticket bought at Circle K #5341 on S.
County Rd 25A in Troy, and after a 27.125% tax deduction she will receive $36,437.50. The $30 ticket offers the best chance to win $500 with a top prize of $80,000 a year for life and overall odds of 1 in 3.21, according to the Ohio Lottery.
Walgreens announced that hourly employees must work on six major holidays—Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day—to earn holiday pay.
The policy change was reported in October after Sycamore Partners acquired the company and replaces the previous rule that paid workers even if they did not work.
Halcomb from Trotwood attended the opening of the largest traveling Auschwitz exhibit at Cincinnati Museum Center and shared her connection to the camp through her father's death march and liberation during World War II.
The exhibit runs daily through April 12 and features personal artifacts and detailed displays that show how split-second decisions led to tragic losses — urging visitors to reflect on history and its impact today.
Kettering City Schools will host a community forum at Kettering Middle School Wednesday from 6 to 7:30 p.m.—the district will present its 10-year facilities plan that includes a new middle school, renovations to KMS for 1,600 students, and the early closure of Van Buren due to high repair costs. The board will finalize the bond levy language Tuesday to secure state funding for the project.
The Dayton Flyers split two games last week by losing at Cincinnati and winning at home over Bethune-Cookman.
They will travel to Marquette Wednesday at 7 p.m.—they return home to host North Carolina Central Saturday at 2 p.m.
Area high schools will compete in regional football finals on Friday, Nov.
21 at 7 p.m.—with games held at Trotwood, West Chester, Fairborn, Fairfield, Marysville, Piqua and Wapakoneta—while winners will advance to state semifinals on Nov. 28 and then to championships on Dec. 4-6 at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton.
The Raiders won a championship title at Beaver-Vu Bowl with a score of 470—420 after topping the standings by over 300 pins in 16 Baker games on Saturday.
The team will compete at the Bearcat Classic outside St. Louis this weekend and builds on strong teamwork as they prepare for a season restart in January.
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.
Dayton Turkey Trot
8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Welcome Stadium — Check event page for registration fees — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a festive half marathon and 5K.
Medicare Fitness Lunch and Learn
11:30 a.m. — YMCA of Greater Dayton - YMCA at the Heights — Free lunch — Explore Medicare basics while enjoying a complimentary meal and get expert answers to your questions.
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