News in Dayton Ohio
News in Dayton
Family Fun on the Farm
Like most families, when the weather finally breaks, you start looking for the most fun and most affordable ways to spend your time together outdoors. My family recently took a trip to Young's Jersey Dairy.
Germantown Metropark Backpacking
I've heard of countless people and friends tell me they've wanted to get into backpacking. Well Germantown Metropark and hiking the Twin Valley Trail is the perfect place to start!
Local Runs/Walks - May 2013
It's finally warming up in Dayton, and the warmer temperatures bring a flurry of runners outside. Check out this list of races happening around town this year. Whether you want to get healthier, want to benefit a good cause or just like working out, consider one of them!
Gift Ideas for Mother's Day
Shopping for Mother's Day can be challenging but living in Dayton there are lots of great options to help you find the perfect gift this year.
The Pub's Recipe For Success
The Pub at The Greene is one of the most popular places in town. Have you ever dropped by? If so, you know it's no ordinary dive bar. Recently, they updated their menu to include some new offerings.
Wine for Mothers' Day - Grilling
There are two kinds of people in the world: those who grill asparagus, and those who don't! Either way, now's a good time to start stocking up wine for spring and summer grilling, and Mother's Day is no exception.
Frost Bakery & Sweets Grand Re-opening!
Do you ever have a hankering for something sweet? Enter my personal temptation: the cupcake. Last spring, I was thrilled to discover a little sweets shop in nearby Springboro: Frost Bakery & Sweets.
Cycling Adventures Await Dayton-Area Residents!
This region is home to one of the largest recreational amenities in the country! The Miami Valley claims 330 miles of connected, paved, off-street bike trails that tie tourism hot spots, family-friendly activities, historic landmarks, shopping and commerce, and other recreational features together.
Runners For Boston 2.62 Mile Run/Walk
Independent running stores across America are hosting a solidarity run for those affected by the events that took place in Boston on Monday, April 15th.
Why is my computer running slow?
How often do you sit in front of your Windows computer and wonder, Geez, this thing used to be one heck of a lot faster. What happened?. Well, believe me, you are not alone in wondering why your Windows computer is running slow.
More than baseball back with Dragons home opener
Spring has finally arrived and as the sun comes out to play, so too will the Dayton's own professional baseball franchise, the Dayton Dragons.
Shish Wraps - Mediterranean Grille
I just went to Shish Wraps last week and a lot of people have been asking me my thoughts on this new Mediterranean Grille quick service restaurant. And I say it's worth visiting. Why?
Burgers, Beer, Baseball: Brixx
As the weather warms up and the Dragons come out of their slumber, the rumblings from Fifth Third Field will be a regular sound here in Dayton. Getting a burger and a drink after the game has to be one of my summer favorites.
Crazy Mango Bar and Bistro
Crazy Mango Bar & Bistro opened this week and a couple of us from Dayton Local went to check them out Wednesday evening.
Local Runs/Walks - April 2013
I'm five weeks from the Flying Pig in Cincinnati, and the cold weather can really put a chill on my running schedule. Whether you're training for something big, or you're a first time racer, here are some runs you should consider.
The Importance of a Full-Time Job Search
This month we are going to hear from four former Dayton-area job seekers to discover how they created their own full-time job searches. They will share what helped them, as well as what they learned to avoid.
Bicycles For All - What's Stopping You?
It's not news that Dayton has really become a bicycle friendly city. Bicycles For All is a nonprofit bicycle cooperative completely run by volunteers to promote bike riding by addressing some of the obstacles that keep people from biking.
Zonta Club of Dayton: Rallying for Women
Zonta is non-profit woman's advocacy group working toward making a positive difference in the world of women in the Dayton area. I sat down recently with them to learn more about the Zonta Club of Dayton's mission.
Behind the Scenes at the Restoration Hangar - suspended
Before I moved here, I visited Dayton for the sole purpose of visiting the National Museum of the Air Force. Now I regularly make jaunts to the museum when visitors come to town. Recently, I was fortunate to visit a Behind the Scenes Tour of the museum's restoration hangar.
What you may not know about the Community Blood Center
Founded in 1964, the Community Blood Center is a hive of activity focused on a single mission: keep area hospitals stocked. But while donating blood might be the first way one would think to help, there are many others.
