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Clifton Mill Christmas Lights Win National TV Contest
The Legendary Lights of Clifton Mill won $50,000 prize on ABC's "The Great Christmas Light Fight" TV show.
MetroParks rangers awarded for response to Dayton mass shooting
Five Rivers MetroParks rangers earn statewide award for their response to Oregon District mass shooting.
Dayton scores 100 on index of LGBTQ inclusion
The City of Dayton has earned the highest possible score on the 2019 Municipal Equality Index (MEI), an annual report on LGBTQ inclusion in American cities.
Dayton Police Detective shot serving search warrant has died
Dayton Police Detective Jorge R. Del Rio, who was shot while serving a drug-related search warrant has been taken off life support.
Dayton Police Detective Shot in the Line of Duty
11/5/2019 - A Dayton Police Detective has been shot while serving a drug related search warrant.
Marion's Piazza #2 in the nation on Pizza Today's 'Hot 100' list
Local favorite Marion's, an iconic symbol of the Dayton region, is named as one of the top Independent Pizzerias in the nation by Pizza Today.
Celebrate Halloween with The Dayton Ballet
Phantom Dances is a repertoire of five works choreographed by Karen Russo Burke, Nicole Haskins, Penny Saunders, and Amy Seiwert showcasing the dancers athleticism and artistry.
Levitt Pavilion Dayton Celebrates a Successful First Full Season
The 2019 Eichelberger Concert Season of 53 concerts had over 58,000 people in attendance
Fire Department Open Houses this weekend for Fire Prevention Week
Several Fire Departments around Dayton are holding open houses this weekend in honor of the 2019 Fire Prevention Week. #FirePreventionWeek
Dayton Tornado Relief Benefit Show featuring Christian Magician Brad Brown
Brad Brown, an internationally famous Christian magician, will perform a benefit show to support tornado relief efforts in Dayton.
Boston Stoker Celebrates 46th Anniversary
Boston Stoker Celebrates 46th Anniversary on September 13 with One-Day Only Coffee, Beans and Cigar Sale.
The magic of glass with JLM Glass Studio
Local glassblower Josh Merritt hopes to build a self-sustaining studio where community members can experience the magic of glass art. See Josh at ArtFest on September 15.
The therapy of public art with The Mural Machine
Tiffany Clark, owner of The Mural Machine is passionate about positively impacting the city of Dayton through the therapy of public art. See Tiffany at ArtFest on September 15.
Customized escape rooms for fundraising with Doom's Rooms
Co-creators of Doom's Rooms, Jen Doom and Holly Underwood, create customized escape rooms for fundraising, team building and fun. See them at ArtFest on September 15.
Dayton Art Institute $5 Admission on First Thursdays
$5 Thursdays are part of the museum's ongoing centennial celebrations
60 is the New 40 in Dayton
Looking for Inspirational Seniors to Appear on Greater Dayton 60 Strong Calendar: Proceeds benefit Oregon District tragedy fund.
Teen Programs at the Library: Dating Violence & Prescription Drug Misuse
Two programs coming up at several branches of the Dayton Metro Library tackle tough topics many teens face: dating violence and prescription drug misuse.
Dayton Art Institute Joins 'Museums for All' Program
Discounted admission and special family membership available to those who receive SNAP benefits
City of Dayton to create permanent memorial in the Oregon District
The memorial has become a unifying location for people to pay their respects and share feelings about the events of August 4.
American Factory on Netflix puts Dayton back in the news
American Factory - a fly-on-the-wall documentary about the former GM plant in Moraine begins streaming on Netflix today.
