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2021 Troy Strawberry Festival cancelled
The 2021 Troy Strawberry Festival has been canceled due to concerns amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
The View Call for Entry
Rosewood Gallery in Kettering, Ohio announces a call for entries for the 27th annual The View through May 6, 2021. The exhibit runs from June 1 through July 30, 2021.
Dayton Metro Library Resumes Monday Hours
Effective Monday, April 5, Dayton Metro Library resumes Monday operating hours. Hours at all DML locations will be: Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 6 pm; closed Sunday.
A piece of the Wright brothers' first airplane is set to fly on Mars
NASA's Ingenuity Martian helicopter holds a small piece of fabric from the wing of the 1903 Wright Flyer, which was donated to the agency by Carillon Historical Park.
Five Rivers MetroParks announces reopening plans
MetroParks to reopen visitor centers, tree tower, resume summer fitness classes and more.
Mayor Nan Whaley reacts to the Colorado mass shooting
Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley has issued a statement in response to the mass shooting in Boulder, Colorado.
Pop, Fizz, Clink! virtual tasting event at the Dayton Art Institute
The exclusive online party to benefit the Dayton Art Institute will include music, beer and wine tasting presentations, and many other surprises.
Local chef competing for World's Favorite Chef
A competition to name the world's Favorite Chef is featuring one of the Dayton area's finest.
HRC launches mobile app for civil rights discrimination complaints
Dayton residents are now able to report civil rights-related discrimination complaints through a mobile app operated by the Dayton Human Relations Council (HRC).
2nd Street Outdoor Market Season Kickoff 2021
Join us at 2nd Street Market on Saturday, March 20th for the spring reopening of the outdoor market!
Dayton Art Institute Announces Reopening, 2021 Exhibition Schedule
The Dayton Art Institute, which has been closed since last November, will reopen on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, beginning on March 19.
TEDxDayton Is Looking For Speakers
TEDxDayton is looking for diverse topics from diverse speakers who can deliver a focused, thought-provoking message in about ten minutes.
Centerville Plans More Trails, Signs for Stubbs Park
The City of Centerville hopes to expand trails, trail-head facilities and signage in Stubbs.
Mask mandate to be removed once COVID cases fall
DeWine says all health orders, including the mask mandate will be removed when Ohio drops to 50 cases per 100,000 over 2 weeks.
Dayton extends small business Pop-up Patio Program
The City of Dayton extends the small business Pop-up Patio Program to help small businesses recover from the COVID-19 crisis.
DeWine announces loosening of COVID-19 restrictions
Gov. Mike DeWine announces indoor and outdoor sporting and entertainment venues can reopen at reduced capacity.
Centerville to Recycle 500 Pounds of Plastic Bags and Film
The City of Centerville is partnering with Centerville-Washington Park District and Washington-Centerville Public Library to collect 500 pounds of recyclable plastic film
Beavercreek: Ian Nairn publishes first novel
The first book in the Ballad of Time saga, Lunoria is a dark fantasy book about werewolves and offers a fun chance for readers to escape to a thrilling new world.
Boys Basketball Players (Grades 3-11) Needed for Tournament
All experiences levels accepted. Free event for all DYT DOOM team members. Joining is free for boys grades 3-11.
Live music will return to downtown Dayton this summer
Live music will return to Levitt Pavilion in downtown Dayton this summer.
