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Friday, December 26th, 2025
Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Antioch Temple hosted its fourth annual event at the Antioch Shrine (100 block of E. First Street) on Christmas Day, feeding over 100 first responders who worked that day; leftover meals will be distributed later across Dayton. WHIO-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Yellow Springs author Scott Geisel’s new mystery, Orca’s Call, is set in the Pacific Northwest where characters Nils and Bly face unexpected twists; tune in to the Book Nook (airs Saturdays at 7 a.m. and Sundays at 10:30 a.m. on WYSO 91.3 FM) for the full story. WYSO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A nonprofit report advises Dayton residents to reduce holiday food waste by storing leftovers, donating extra food, and planning meals carefully. Food waste typically rises about 25% between Thanksgiving and New Year’s (a peak season for extra food), so these tips may help save money and conserve resources. Spectrum News 1
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lana Taylor, 79, a Dayton resident, finds healing through art therapy at We Care Arts in Kettering after past hardships; she has attended classes for two years and plans to return to Wright State University to finish her degree. Dayton Daily News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local communication experts advise Dayton residents to drop old habits and listen closely, urging both singles and couples to strengthen connections going into 2026. The experts, including Amanda Hood of The Crush Confidential and Ravi Rajani, say effective listening can reduce ghosting (three-date model guidance). Spectrum News 1
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Thirty new homes will be built in northwest Dayton over the next three years for buyers new to homeownership who meet income requirements; Unibilt, partnering with the Wright-Patt Credit Union Sunshine Community Fund, is starting with houses on McCleary Avenue and plans projects on Auburn and Malvern avenues. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ In the Dayton region, home sales dropped 7% in November as the average price reached around 300,000 dollars, which could raise costs for future buyers. Homeowners who secured loans at high rates two years ago are now refinancing, prompting experts to advise getting pre-approved for future purchases. WHIO-TV
- ➤ The Trotwood Community Improvement Corporation received $3.55 million in historic tax credits to renovate the old Sears building at 5200 Salem Ave in Trotwood. The project moves into predevelopment and will start construction in 2026, officials said. Dayton Daily News
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Deck the Diamond
6-7:30 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the holiday season with a festive event at the ballpark.
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Deck the Diamond
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Day Air Ballpark — Cost info not provided — Celebrate the holiday season with Santa, caroling, and a sparkling light display at the baseball diamond.
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New Year's Eve Silent Disco & Ball Drop
8:30 PM – 1:30 AM — The Brightside Music & Event Venue — Tickets vary — Celebrate 2026 with a vibrant Silent Disco and the iconic Ball Drop in Dayton!
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Game Jam Workshop
4:30-9:00 PM — Beavercreek Donatos Party Room — Join for pizza and mini-game development in a fun weekend of creativity.
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Coffee & Chat Meetup
10-11:30 a.m. — Purebred Coffee Co. — Free entry — Enjoy relaxed conversation and community building over a cup of coffee.
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Dayton Battle of the Bands - Week 1
7 PM - 10 PM — The Brightside Music & Event Venue — Series pass required — Experience the electrifying first night of local band battles showcasing alternative and rock music.
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Dayton & Cincinnati RV Show
12 PM – 4 PM — Roberts Centre — Free entry — Explore family-friendly RVs and rescue adorable bulldogs at this pet-friendly event.
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Dayton Ohio Eurogamers Meetup
6:30-11:55 p.m. — Bell, Book & Comic — Free entry — Gather for an evening of board games, welcoming both beginners and experts alike.
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LyGrace Journaling Club
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Dayton Metro Library - West Branch — Free entry — Explore personal growth through journaling with community support and guided activities.
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The DEADSTOCK Trot 5K
5-7 p.m. — Riverscape Metropark — Registration Fee Applies — Challenge yourself with a 5K run from the DEADSTOCK brand, fueled by Celsius Energy Drink.
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