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Annual Fine Art Show winners
The 17th Annual Hoffman Global Methodist Church Fine Arts Show was held in West Milton from August 9 to 11. Those in attendance had the opportunity to vote for their top three favorite pieces among the 56 pieces on display. Tallying up those votes led to the top three winners being: "Tall Grass" by Regina Whipp in first place; "Frog in Puddle" by Tom Kinarney in second place; and "Falling Water" by Ed Rapp in third place.
Cleveland Heights football vs. Trotwood-Madison: Tigers use defense, goal-line stand to eke out victory
CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, Ohio — A season of high hopes for defending Greater Buckeye Conference champion Cleveland Heights got rolling Friday night with a win, but not the dominant win most everyone expected. In a game dominated by the defenses and saved with a clutch goal-line stand, the Tigers skated...
Ohio Valley to Savour Sunny Skies and Rising Heat Through Early Next Week
Residents across Columbus, Cincinnati, Wilmington, and their adjacent communities can bask in continued warmth as a high-pressure system firmly asserts its stance over the region. According to the National Weather Service, it looks like a dry spell, with the high pressure slated to reign at least into the early part of next week. Temperatures are leaning towards the hotter side of the gauge.
There’s Something in the Water
There are PFOS (Perfluoro octane sulfonate), a type of PFAS (polyfluoroalkyl) toxic “forever chemicals” present in Loveland’s Public Water System (PWS). As defined by the U.S. EPA, PFAS are a category of chemicals in use since the 1940’s in the manufacture of products with waterproof, stain resistance and heat resistance characteristics.
Troy athlete shares injury recovery story and how it changed his life
TROY, Ohio (WKEF) -- Football is back and for many high school athletes, these might be the last years they play sports at this kind of competitive level. Sports can be a big part of shaping the type of person someone becomes. For one former Troy High School athlete, an...
Person hospitalized after car crashes into Dayton Waffle House sign
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- One person was taken to the hospital after crashing their car in the Wilmington Avenue Waffle House parking lot on Saturday, August 24. Dayton Police officers and medics responded to the scene. Montgomery County dispatch said a car crashed into a wall in the Waffle House parking lot at roughly10:50 a.m.
Ohio Man Arrested on Felony Charge for Alleged Role in January 6 Capitol Riot
An Ohio man, David Valentine, 46, of Wilmington, was recently apprehended on a slew of charges connected to his purported involvement in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. Arrested in Milwaukee yesterday, Valentine faces allegations including a felony charge of civil disorder, among others, as the U.S. Department of Justice reported.
The Twelfth Man Loomed…Coldwater Blasts Valley View In Tribute To Cale
Motivated by the loss of teammate Cale Wenning, Coldwater rallied behind a big night from Baylen Blockberger, big plays from new faces, and the certain presence of their friend to shut out Valley View in the season opener. Coldwater, OH – — If you’re a person of faith – belief...
Game of the Week: Lakota West opens season with win over St. Xavier
WEST CHESTER, Ohio — Our Blitz 5 Game of the week featured two of the premiere programs in the state of Ohio as the St. Xavier Bombers invaded West Chester for a primetime matchup with the Lakota West Firebirds. These two programs are no strangers to one another as these juggernauts have faced off five times since the 2020 season. St. Xavier held a 3-2 record in that time frame and the Firebirds were looking to even the score.
Call for Art: New Loveland City Flag possible
Loveland, Ohio – The Loveland Sesquicentennial Committee is preparing for Loveland’s 150 year anniversary and is contemplating a public art contest to update the Loveland Flag. Below is a draft proposal to conduct the contest. Loveland Artists that live or work in Loveland are encouraged to submit up...
Construction underway on Interchange Beautification Project
This week, the City of Tipp City started major construction on the Interchange Beautification Project, which will involve improvements to the entrance and exit ramps leading into and out of Tipp City. City Alert: “The I-75 Interchange (entrance and exit) Ramps will have some lane restrictions beginning August 5th -...
THUNDER RAINS ON SCRAPPERS FIRST PLACE HOPES
NILES, OH—The Mahoning Valley Scrappers fell to the Trenton Thunder 7-5 in the opening game of a three-game series Friday night. Trenton struck first, scoring two runs in th top of the first inning with a two-run double by Jack O’Reilly, taking an early 2-0 lead. After a scoreless second inning, O’Reilly continued to deliver for the Thunder in the third inning, hitting an RBI triple to right field. Pete Durocher added to the Thunder’s lead with a sacrifice fly to score O’Reilly, extending the advantage to 4-0 after three innings.m.
Resolve: Middletown comes from behind to topple Troy
Middletown overcame a first-quarter deficit in a 28-18 win over Troy on Aug. 23 in Ohio football. Troy started on steady ground by forging a 3-0 lead over Middletown at the end of the first quarter. The Middies’ offense jumped in front for a 14-3 lead over the Trojans at...
70th anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education: A Daughter's Reflection
In this episode, Cheryl Brown Henderson speaks with Dr. Karlos L. Marshall, chief diversity officer at the Dayton Metro Library (DML), about the legacy of the 1954 Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court decision. Brown Henderson is the daughter of Reverend Oliver L. Brown, the lead plaintiff in the...
Crash with injuries reported on I-71 in Montgomery
MONTGOMERY, Ohio — A crash with injuries has been reported on southbound Interstate 71 in Montgomery. Hamilton County emergency crews are responding to the scene, near the exit ramp to I-275 eastbound. The extent of the injuries is unknown at this time. For live traffic updates, click here. Click...
Person injured after being hit on I-75
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — First responders were on scene of a pedestrian strike on northbound I-75. According to the Dayton Post of Ohio State Highway Patrol, troopers were sent to a section of northbound I-75 on reports of a person hit by a car. The incident happened just past OH-725 at mile marker 45. The […]
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