Sunday, December 15th, 2024

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Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wreaths Across America drew 1,200 volunteers in Dayton to place 5,300 wreaths on veterans' graves, honoring fallen soldiers with personal tributes. Dayton 24/7 Now
- ➤ Gem City Market in Dayton, facing sustainability challenges due to decreased customer traffic, is a crucial community initiative combating the area's food desert status. WDTN
- ➤ In Dayton, more than 50 kids in need received new beds from the 7 Circle of Kindness event, highlighting community efforts to provide for children. WHIO-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A semi truck overturned on the I-75 to US-35 ramp in Dayton, Ohio, causing traffic closures and emergency responses. WDTN
- ➤ An elderly man was found unresponsive and later declared dead after a hit-and-run accident, with police now seeking the driver responsible. WHIO-TV
- ➤ Officers and medics responded to a crash in Dayton, though details on injuries were not immediately provided. WHIO-TV
- ➤ The Dayton Fire Department successfully extinguished a fire at a warehouse on S Edwin C Moses Boulevard. WHIO-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 23-year-old Dayton man, D'Anthanie Jackson, has been indicted on several charges including two counts of murder following the shooting death of 43-year-old Steve Dews. WDTN
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A tree expert advises picking a fresh Christmas tree closer to the holiday and offers tips for its care to ensure longevity, noting fir trees as Ohio's favorite and minimal drought impact on this year's selection. WDTN
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Dayton men's basketball team overcame a 13-point deficit to defeat No. 6 Marquette, marking their first home victory over a Top 10 team since 2007. WHIO-TV
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Co-Rec Youth Basketball Skills Development
This event offers an opportunity for youth to enhance their basketball skills and teamwork at multiple recreation centers in Dayton.
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Christmas Board Games Dinner at Panera Bread
Enjoy a casual dinner followed by Christmas-themed board games at Panera Bread in Dayton.
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NA Meetings for Drug Addiction Support
Weekly meetings are held to provide support and resources for individuals dealing with drug addiction in a confidential environment.
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Candlelight Holiday Concert Featuring Timeless Music
This festive concert at the Dayton Masonic Center features a live string quartet performing holiday classics in a beautiful candlelit setting.
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Candlelight Christmas Special Featuring The Nutcracker
A multi-sensory concert experience showcasing holiday-inspired music performed by the Listeso String Quartet in the enchanting ambiance of the Dayton Masonic Center under candlelight.
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Dayton Ballet presents The Nutcracker
The Dayton Ballet will perform a classic rendition of 'The Nutcracker' at the Schuster Performing Arts Center in Dayton, Ohio.
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Christmas Eve Ice Skate at Riverscape
Enjoy a festive ice skating experience with friends and family at Riverscape MetroPark's ice rink on Christmas Eve.
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Oh Condor Live at The Hidden Gem Music Club
Experience a live concert by Oh Condor at The Hidden Gem Music Club in Centerville.
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Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons vs. Wright State Raiders Women's Basketball
Wright State hosts Purdue Fort Wayne in a Horizon League women's basketball rivalry match at the Nutter Center.
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hOm New Year’s Sound Bath Experience
Experience a unique sound bath combining modern therapy and traditional healing methods for relaxation and connection at The Brightside in Dayton.
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