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Monday, December 29th, 2025
Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two Dayton business owners launched Pawsitivity Patrol on Smithville Road to spread kindness by handing out free gifts and cards — they ride in electric wagons and hope to brighten community spirits. Dayton 24/7 Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ WYSO general manager Luke Dennis said on WYSO Weekend that the station plans to move to a new facility in February or March and expand creative programming to serve Dayton's arts community despite earlier challenges with federal funding. WYSO
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Two $100,000 winners emerged from the Dec. 27 Powerball drawing, with tickets sold at Fairlawn Foodmart in Fairlawn and Winners Corner in Columbus. The grand prize has climbed to $33 million and the next drawing is scheduled for today. WHIO-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two Centerville School Board members are leaving after a combined 62 years of service on the board, and they celebrated their work improving school health, funding, and safety while preparing for fresh leadership. They plan to stay involved in local education through community events. Dayton Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Greater Dayton RTA will raise bus fares on Jan. 1 as fixed route adult fares rise 20 cents to $2.40, daily caps increase to $5.50, and monthly caps move to $70 — changes meant to cover higher operating costs. WHIO-TV
- ➤ Due to high winds today, the Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission banned vehicles taller than 7 feet, 6 inches (including tow-behind trailers, campers, and mobile homes) from using the toll road from 12:01 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. WHIO-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Dayton Flyers will open Atlantic 10 play on New Year's Eve with a 2 p.m. tip-off against Fordham at the UD Arena and will face Loyola Chicago on Jan. 3 at 2 p.m. after posting a 9-4 record, with Larry Hansgen set to call the games on WHIO Radio. WHIO-TV
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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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The Art of Healing Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Art Has No Rules — Registration required — Engage in a creative wellness experience combining mental health awareness, color therapy, and artistic expression to relieve stress and build confidence.
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