FOOD & DRINK

Several programs throughout the Miami Valley do what they can to make sure kids won’t go hungry over the summer.

It’s hot. You don’t need a thermometer or weather forecast to tell you that. You could sit around you house or apartment in the air conditioning, but there are other ways to chill. Here are some suggested ways to cool down as the mercury rises into the 90s and beyond. City of Dayton Department of […]

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Rachel Blanks, “The Domestic Diva,” joined us in the Living Dayton kitchen to share her teppanyaki dish!. Watch the video above to see how Rachel crafts this delicious, healthy dish.

A new restaurant has come to the city of Dayton. Are you looking for a new breakfast spot? If the answer is yes, you might want to check out Cafe Bliss, which opened its doors earlier this month.

Thanks to Emma Mershon of Springfield for sharing this adorable photo of Finny, our Pet of the Day for Tuesday, May 30.

"It's not advocating for drug use, but it's definitely saying, hey, this is available to keep yourself safe and your friends safe and your family safe," Lauren Herrmann, La Ofrenda General Manager, said.

A Centerville man who did not want to be named reported to 2 NEWS about an albino squirrel in Washington Township that had been attacked.

Dayton Mayor Jeffrey Mims has declared May 31 “Dayton Made Cheez-It Day” in Dayton.

Michael Bashaw used to go down to the flood locks of the Miami River where there were large gears and pipes. There were slits in these pipes and the wind would whistle through them. “I would take my flute down there,” Bashaw said, “And I would play along with them....

CINCINNATI, Ohio – We are thrilled to announce the official news that Cartridge Brewing signs on with Heidelberg Distributing (Ohio Valley Wine And Beer) for Home-Market Distribution Rights. This strategic decision marks a significant milestone for Cartridge as it seeks to further expand its presence and ensure seamless distribution within the local market. Leveraging the extensive network and expertise of Heidelberg, Cartridge will be able to optimize their supply chain, maintain consistent availability, and meet the growing demand for their exceptional brews. Cartridge Brewing has previously been self-distributed within the Cincinnati area and is looking forward to the growth in the Dayton and Cincinnati area.

Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated Chinese restaurants in Dayton from Tripadvisor.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WDTN) — It’s Wild Wednesday here at Living Dayton! Emily Yunker from the Columbus Zoo joined us virtually to share animals in the Heart of Africa. In the Columbus Zoo’s Heart of Africa section you can find Mitch the ostrich! Emily said ostriches are the largest and heaviest bird and can weigh around 250 to 300 pounds.

Tom & Dot’s Gelato Shop is opening its doors in downtown Miamisburg on Saturday, June 3 at noon. From the awning where customers place their orders to the photos on the wall, an Italian aesthetic is undeniable. “I want them to think they are transported to Italy,” said Kathy...

Social media posters had spread word of the location possibly reopening in the future. This article is based on corporate postings and accredited media reports. Linked information within this article is attributed to the following outlets:Wikipedia.org, ScrapeHero.com, Facebook.com, Reddit.com, and Dayton.com.

Cedar Point officials confirmed that debris from one of their rollercoasters broke off on Memorial Day.

Restaurants, bakeries and food trucks in the Dayton area are making big moves with announcements of new locations. In our May Restaurant Roundup, we report 13 restaurants coming soon, nine making moves, seven openings and six closings. If you know of a new restaurant coming to the Dayton area, email...

Month-long showcase of Jewish and Israeli cinema slated at three venues. Stories of family, injustice, love, religion, politics and war encompass the 23rd annual Dayton Jewish International Film Festival slated June 1-29 across three Dayton area venues. Presented by the Jewish Community Center of Greater Dayton, the festival will feature...

Area bars near Dayton, Ohio are offering fentanyl test strips in hopes of combating overdose deaths related to drug use. Hamilton County establishments have linked with the county health department to give away the testing strips that come with step-by-step instructions and disclaimers. Get Breaking News & Exclusive Contest in...

A musical addressing mental health is coming to Dayton next week. Alter High School will host a screening of the award winning show. The screening will be at 6 p.m. on June 1 at the school's auditorium. The Anxiety Project deals with loss, alienation and friendship, among other issues young...

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Turning apples into watermelons, Heather Ekola from Heather’s Gourmet Caramel Apples shared some fun summer treats with the Living Dayton team. Using Washington Honeycrisp apples, Heather creates some of the most adorable delicious treats you can imagine! Check out the video above to see how she assembles these apples.