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Dayton Children's Hospital launches virtual visits
Dayton Children's Hospital has launched Kids Express virtual visits to supplement in-person visits during COVID-19 for minor pediatric conditions.
Five Rivers MetroParks extends cancellations due to COVID-19
Five Rivers MetroParks extends cancellations, closures to June 7.
Mission: Non-Essential. My Life in Pajamas
Social distancing with Zoom, Wine with DeWine, the perks of being non-essential and more. Mike Woody shares his experience of quarantine during Ohio's COVID19 stay-at-home order.
Young's Jersey Dairy opens Drive-Thru
What does a 'farmer engineered' drive-thru look like? Young's Jersey Dairy in Yellow Springs has a new way to serve you!
WATCH: Dayton Philharmonic Virtual Orchestra - Hang on Sloopy!
Conductor Neal Gittleman leads the Dayton Philharmonic Virtual Orchestra in a performance of "Hang On Sloopy" during the unprecedented time of COVID-19.
Things To Do With The Family During Stay At Home Order
Here are a few ideas to help avoid your family going stir crazy during coronavirus quarantine.
Charleston Falls to temporarily close due to overcrowding
Charleston Falls Nature Preserve has seen attendance soar over recent days. Now the park will close.
Great American Takeout - March 31
March 31 is the Great American Takeout! Where are you ordering from?
Five Rivers MetroParks Response to COVID-19
MetroParks is closing some indoor public facilities and canceling all events and programs from March 13 until at least April 30.
Dayton Metro Library suspend operations temporarily
Dayton Metro Library is temporarily suspending operations due to coronavirus starting at 6 p.m. Friday.
Broadway shows coming to Dayton for 2020-2021
Anastasia, The Lion King and Superstar are among the Broadway musicals coming to Dayton as part of the 2020-2021 Premier Health Broadway Series.
Five Rivers MetroParks to launch post-tornado reforestation initiative
Five Rivers MetroParks launches post-tornado reforestation and respite initiative, Healing Nature.
Grammy-Nominated Children's Performer at the Main Library
GRAMMY nominee Zak Morgan's unique brand of children's music delivers songs and poems with wit and charm that inspire and tickle the funny bones of children and adults alike.
MetroParks offers special hours for ice skating
MetroParks Ice Rink features Friday music nights, special hours and more.
Panera Bread and Humane Society team up to help homeless pets
Panera Bread and the Humane Society of Greater Dayton are teaming up to help homeless animals in the Miami Valley.
The Tart With Heart Coat Drive
St. Anne the Tart is partnering with Bogg Ministries by collecting kids coats of all sizes and rounding up bill totals to keep Dayton area kids warm this winter.
Have you discovered an Esther Price Golden Ticket?
Step aside Willy Wonka, Esther Price is on a mission to make the dreams of chocolate lovers in the Miami Valley come true this holiday season.
SpongeBob: The Musical now through this weekend at The Schuster
Audiences can take in all the sights and sounds of SpongeBob: The Musical at the Schuster Center, November 19-24.
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
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.
