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Montgomery County hosts 3rd annual Disability Pride Rally
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — In honor of Disability Pride Month, local residents came together to celebrate and promote inclusivity. The Montgomery County Board of Developmental Disabilities Services hosted its third annual Disability Pride Rally on Friday, July 26. The event was held at Cooper Park, just behind the Main Branch of the Dayton Metro Library. […]
Cardiac nurse turned patient: Former WSU soccer star discovers heart issue at work
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- A former Wright State soccer star who is now a registered nurse in Dayton ended up saving her own life in the middle of her shift at work. Dayton 24/7 Now's Lydia Bice sat down with Jessika Seward to learn more about her miraculous story. "I...
Two-day Smart Pet Expo at fairgrounds to have breeders, vendors
Pet owners across the Dayton area will soon be celebrating their companions at the Smart Pet Expo. The event website states the event “was designed to offer pet enthusiasts the ability to purchase new pets from local breeders while socially engaging with other enthusiasts just like themselves.”. There will...
UYC given $100,000 but loses state funds to expand
The Urbana Youth Center (UYC) announced this week it has been awarded a $100,000 grant for operations from a private sector endowment fund in Dayton. However, a multi-million dollar state-funded expansion of the UYC is effectively dead. A project of the GrandWorks Foundation, UYC received a $100,000 donation this month...
Local museum showcases community recovery after Oregon District shooting
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — The International Peace Museum has opened an exhibit featuring photos and memories to commemorate the 2019 Oregon District shooting. A new exhibit is now open to showcase community recovery that followed the mass shooting on Aug. 4, 2019 in the Oregon District. Nine people were killed in the early morning hours […]
MAKE A DIFFERENCE: Deployed service members need our support
It’s a dry donation time for the Blue Star Mothers, which makes it a perfect time for our “Make a Difference” readers to go into action. The Blue Star Mothers Miami Valley Chapter is a dedicated group of moms with children who are serving, or have served, in the U.S. military. It all began during World War II when Blue Star Mothers was born as a national organization founded on the principles of “unity, support, and patriotism.” The local non-profit has been in the Dayton area since 2004 serving active duty and veterans.
Dayton-area manufacturing firm to lay off over 60 employees
DAYTON, Ohio (Dayton Business Journal) -- A Michigan-based firm manufacturer will lay off numerous employees at its Dayton location within the next few months. idX Corp. - known for manufacturing retail displays and store fixtures - is implementing a substantial reduction in workforce at its facility located at 2875 Needmore Road. The firm disclosed the layoff plans in a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN) notice, saying 62 associates would lose their jobs - most in mid-September.
Local wellness walk returns to Dayton next month
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Premier Health is sponsoring this years annual African American Wellness Walk. This is year 24 for the event and residents are invited to register now. The wellness walk is on Aug. 17 at Island MetroPark and will begin with a recognition ceremony at 7:30 a.m. before the 5k at 8 a.m. […]
The big event in Dayton this weekend is Free!
If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, I’ve got the perfect event. It’s the Dayton Celtic Festival by United Irish of Dayton. A place to immerse yourself in Celtic heritage, tradition and of course food. Festival Hours: Friday, July 26, 5.30 p.m -11 p.m Saturday,...
Q&A: DPS and suburban schools remain deeply segregated decades after desegregation order
In 1976, a federal judge ordered Dayton Public Schools to desegregate to more closely reflect the racial makeup of the City of Dayton. This resulted in some students being bussed to schools outside of their neighborhood. How successful was this effort?. Eileen McClory, education reporter for the Dayton Daily News...
How internet culture is engaging a new generation of voters
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A wave of energy is going through the voter world as the younger generation is becoming more interested in casting a ballot. Kamala Harris’ campaign has gained momentum as they try to appeal to young voters. 2 NEWS spoke with a political expert and local voters about the shift for Generation […]
5 Dayton-area men arrested after high-speed chase starts in Ashland, rolls through Richland County
ASHLAND — Five Dayton-area men are in the Ashland County jail after a high-speed chase began in Ashland and reached all the way to the I-270 outerbelt of Columbus, according to a press release from the Ashland Police Department. With assistance from surrounding agencies, suspects, Sir Christon Spencer Unique...
VIDEO: Double murder suspect from Dayton tracked down in Cleveland
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - A man wanted in Dayton for the murder of a pregnant woman and a teenager was arrested in an abandoned house in Cleveland’s Forest Hills neighborhood after a pursuit with OSHP and Cleveland Police Tuesday afternoon. Troopers were working with the Cleveland Division of Police...
Oregon District Seed of Life Sculpture placed in preparation for dedication ceremony
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- The Oregon District Seed of Life 8/4 Memorial Sculpture was delivered to downtown Dayton on Thursday, July 25. It was lifted into place by a crane and bolted down. The Memorial will honor the nine victims of the 2019 Oregon District mass shooting: Megan Betts, Monica...
County engineer celebrates retirement, passes torch
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — The Montgomery County Engineer is celebrating “no work ahead.” Paul Gruner has served as the Montgomery County Engineer for 13 years, after serving in the private sector for 30 years. On Thursday, his office celebrated his next chapter — retirement. Colleagues from throughout his career joined in the party, signing a […]
Youth football league gears up for fall season
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A local youth urban league is gearing up for the fall season. The Dayton Seahawks are a youth football and cheerleading organization for kids ages 4 through 13. The league practices at Rosa Parks School on the west side of Dayton. The team is currently looking for more players and cheerleaders […]
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