News in Dayton Ohio
News in Dayton
Cool down at JD's Old Fashioned Frozen Custard
As we approach some of the hottest days of summer, you might be in need of new fun to help you beat the heat. In my opinion there isn't a heat wave out there that can't be defeated with a little ice cream.
The Best Wings in Dayton
Judging by the large crowd at the Fraze Pavilion last Saturday, Dayton peeps love their chicken wings! Personally, I was excited to discover I liked wings from some restaurants I had never even visited before.
Camera Lingo - What You Need To Know
It can be a little overwhelming when you're entering the world of F stops, DX sensors, prime vs. zoom, and 24-70 2.8. I've tried to make it a little easier for you with some simple explanations of the most common terms you'll hear when discussing camera equipment.
Windows 8. Get Ready, Get Set, Go!
Many people are having difficulty finding there way around Microsoft Windows 8. This article is meant to help you gain some traction with the new operating system.
Dayton Dragons Shine in Gem City
Entering the team's 14th season in Dayton, the Dragons baseball franchise has been nothing but a major success; the team has the longest sellout streak in professional sports, as of today 955 and counting.
Great Places For Photography In Dayton
If you're looking for great places to practice your photography skills in Dayton, you're in absolutely the right place! The areas in and around Dayton have so many fabulous public places filled with plenty of color, scenery and character that make for fabulous backdrops.
Welcome Toxic Brew Company!
Dayton is home to plenty of microbrew fans and now that Toxic Brew Company is up and running it's even easier to access locally made beer.
Exciting Races in August!
I know a lot of people who have committed to doing a certain amount of 5Ks this year, or maybe they want to do their first half marathon, or maybe they want to run the first race of their lives. To them I say, now is the time to get on it!
Interview With a Career Advisor
Last month, we heard from Sylvie Stewart, a career advisor with the University of Dayton, as she shared a thought-provoking open letter to businesses. Sylvie's personal experience with a long period of job loss and job searching made her a strong, successful advisor, and this month she is back to answer some questions I posed to her.
Pinot Noir
What makes this grape so beguiling? Why are countless hours and words spent describing it? Why do collectors sock away hundreds of bottles? And what makes it so expensive? All those answers and more this month.
Family Fun @ Scene 75
Scene 75 is the best indoor entertainment center I have ever visited. They offer an incredible number of activities for the whole family to have fun - and it's right here in Dayton!
Lock 27 Opens in Centerville
Dayton's newest brew spot has never been just about the beer. That's the word from Steve Barnhart of Lock 27 Brewing Company, which opened last Friday at 1035 South Main Street in Centerville.
Fresco Offers Flavors to Savor
A couple of us from Dayton Local went to Chef Jenn DiSanto's Fresco for lunch this week. We met Chef Jenn at an event several weeks ago, and we knew she was committed to using the best possible ingredients and prepared her dishes from scratch, so we fully expected to have a good experience.
Dayton Hikers - First Annual TVT hiker challenge
Have you been wanting to get out and hike more but feel a little intimidated? Don't know where to go or not wanting to hike by yourself? Well that's where DaytonHikers.org comes in!
How safe is that public Wi-Fi?
Everyday millions of us tap into a public network at a coffee shop, a hotel, or some other public location. We never really think twice about whether or not that network is really safe and secure. And then, something goes wrong.
Choosing The Perfect Lens For Your Photography Style
If you're new to photography, you may not be aware that your lens often times is more important than your camera to achieve the creative look that you want with your images.
In Celebration of Dad
This picture gave me a huge smile, and since it's Father's Day, I've share some stories about my Dad. What's your favorite Dad story?
Salar
It's hard to believe that any restaurant would be able to match the apparent class and sophistication of the former Sidebar restaurant, but Salar has risen to the challenge.
How To Choose Your Perfect Camera
So you've decided to invest in a new digital camera and take up amateur photography - but everything is so confusing! I can help you narrow down the list by keeping a few simple things in mind.
An Open Letter from a Career Advisor
Many unemployed people in our community are being overlooked, accused of being overqualified, and often settling for underemployment. In this month's column, I want to share an open letter to businesses written by Sylvie Stewart, Career Advisor for the School of Business at the University of Dayton.
