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$38K in Grants Awarded to Montgomery County Artists
Culture Works and the Montgomery County Arts & Cultural District Award $38K in Grants to Local Artists
VTA President & CEO Ken Neufeld to retire at end of season
Victoria Theatre Association Board of Trustees Chairman, Martha Shaker, announced the retirement of VTA President and CEO, Ken Neufeld at a meeting held this morning.
Magic within the Mead: A Starfield Tribute to the First Flight
Do you know about the magical connection to the Wright Brothers' first flight, depicted in the spectacular light display above the Mead Theatre?
Dayton sees double-digit crime drop in 2017
Dayton has experienced double-digit drops in all major crime categories in 2017, with some of the largest reductions of the decade.
Historic Callahan Clock to return to Dayton Skyline
Dayton History has announced the construction of a new tower for the Callahan / Gem City Clock.
5 Reasons to #ShopSmall & #BuyLocal Christmas Gifts
Small Business Saturday follows Black Friday. We've got 5 Reasons for You to Buy Local and Shop Small. #SmallBizSat
Dedication of Springboro Veterans Memorial
A new veterans memorial will be dedicated this Saturday at Gardner Park in Springboro.
URS Announces Completion of Capital Campaign
United Rehabilitation Services of Greater Dayton at the Charles D. Berry Center announced today the successful completion of the Unlocking PossAbilities Expansion Project.
Christmas Canned Food Drive 2017
Donate just ONE can and you're entered to win a $50 gift certificate at Omega Outdoor & Emergency Supply Co.!
Life Skills Halloween Costume Drive
Help a family in need give their child(ren) a fun and memorable Halloween. Donate a new or "gently used" costume for a night of Trick-o-Treating they won't forget.
MetroParks asks community to review park concept plans
The community is invited to view and comment on concept plans for five MetroPark locations during open houses this October.
Dayton Art Institute Announces 2018 Special Exhibitions
Season features Above the Fold: Contemporary Expressions in Origami, Yousuf Karsh: American Portraits, Muse: Photographs by Mickalene Thomas
Which local commercials used to drive YOU crazy?
Why would an Eskimo buy an air conditioner? Did someone say something about buying a new car?!?! See you Pleeeaaasseee.........
Alphonse Mucha: Master of Art Nouveau Lives Up to Its Hype
The Dayton Art Institute's latest exhibition highlights the grace and beauty of the female form by one of the Art Nouveau movement's most talented artists.
Dayton is America's First Certified Welcoming City
Dayton is the first city in the United States to earn the status of Certified Welcoming in recognition of inclusiveness and integration of immigrants.
Experience Greek Tradition, Food, and Pastries
What began 59 years ago as a church bake sale has blossomed into the much loved Dayton Greek Festival.
Outdoor adventure for all ages at Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience
The Midwest's premier outdoor adventure festival returns Oct. 7 & 8
History & Fantasy Collide at Ohio Renaissance Festival
Each year thousands journey to Harveysburg in Warren County to experience the old, new, and unique that bring the Ohio Renaissance Festival to life.
Don Brown and the MDA Labor Day Telethon
The Jerry Lewis MDA Labor Day Telethon in Dayton was hosted by Don Brown for 18 years.
