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Sunday, November 30th, 2025
Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 30th of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dayton businesses are preparing for Small Business Saturday on December 6 as they plan to boost local support—entrepreneur leaders and local shop owners say the day is key for small business success. Dayton 24/7 Now
- ➤ CFD Research— a Beavercreek defense contractor— bought its Executive Drive building for $2.1 million, according to Greene County property records. The 10,000-square-foot facility will serve as its Midwest Research & Development and Operations Center. Dayton Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Crowds filled Courthouse Square on November 29th for Dayton’s Grande Illumination—organizers said the event’s light shows united residents for a festive evening. WHIO-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school football semifinal wins set the stage for championship matchups as teams like St. Xavier, Olentangy Orange, Anderson, and Avon advanced. The championship games will be held at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton on Dec. 4, Dec. 5, and Dec. 6 — with specific times and divisions scheduled for each contest. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ The University of Dayton men’s basketball team battled No. 9 BYU Friday night in Orlando but lost 83-79 after key plays from Javon Bennett and Bryce Heard — the Flyers now stand at 6-2. They will host ETSU on Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 7 p.m. WHIO-TV
- ➤ The Dayton Flyers blew a 14-point lead in the final six minutes of the second half but rallied in overtime to beat Georgetown 84-79 at the ESPN Events Invitational at State Farm Field House in Kissimmee, Fla. The win gave Dayton its first tournament defeat of Georgetown and moved the team to 9-1—setting up their championship game against BYU on Friday at 9:30 p.m. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ Ohio high school football playoff games aired Friday night and fourteen replays are now available on Spectrum News 1 and its mobile app. The replays feature state semifinal matchups, including Olentangy Orange versus St. Edward (Northern Ohio Division I, Region 1) and a Dayton contest at Welcome Stadium. Spectrum News 1
- ➤ Middletown High School's historic football season ended Friday night at Welcome Stadium when St. Xavier won 21-6 in the state semifinal. Coach Kali Jones said the loss set a new standard for the team — they will build on this achievement next season — as the entire community supported their effort. Dayton Daily News
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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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Richard Smith with Special Guest Jim McCutcheon
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Brightside Music & Event Venue — Tickets required — Enjoy an extraordinary evening of fingerstyle guitar mastery featuring British virtuoso Richard Smith.
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Glenn Miller Orchestra Holiday Tour
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Victoria Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the timeless melodies of one of the world's most beloved bands during their holiday tour.
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Handmade Holiday Market
11 AM – 4 PM — Yellow Cab Tavern — Free entry — Discover unique handmade gifts from 25 local vendors just in time for the holidays.
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UD New Horizons Holiday Concert
Celebrate the holidays with over 100 UD New Horizons Music Program musicians in the new UD Roger Glass Center for the Arts. This free concert begins at 3:00 p.m., followed by a reception celebrating the 25th anniversary of UD New Horizons.
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A Comedy of Errors: A Holiday Twist
7:30 p.m. — Dayton Convention Center — Tickets available — Experience Shakespeare's classic comedy reimagined with festive chaos and delight this holiday season.
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Elf Movie Party
6-9 p.m. — The Brightside Music & Event Venue — Alcoholic drinks available for purchase — Celebrate the holidays with music, meal, trivia, and a screening of the classic comedy Elf!
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The Littlest Angel by DCDC
7:30-9:00 p.m. — University Of Dayton Kennedy Union Boll Theatre — $35 — Experience the magical retelling of a holiday classic through stunning dance that celebrates Black heritage and the true spirit of giving.
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The Nutcracker
Dec 13-22 — Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center — Prices vary — Experience the magic of Tchaikovsky’s tale of Clara and her enchanting adventure in this holiday classic.
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Breakfast with Santa
8:30-9:30 a.m. — 2nd Street Market — Check event page for cost — Enjoy a festive morning with Santa while indulging in breakfast treats.
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