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Weekend events around Dayton: July 26-28
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — It’s going to be another hot summer weekend, and there’s lots of things to do inside and outside across Dayton! 2 NEWS compiled a list of events. County Fair Outlook Ohio State Fair – Running in Columbus from July 24 through Aug. 4. Clark County – Ends this weekend on July […]
Q&A: DPS and suburban schools remain deeply segregated decades after desegregation order
In 1976, a federal judge ordered Dayton Public Schools to desegregate to more closely reflect the racial makeup of the City of Dayton. This resulted in some students being bussed to schools outside of their neighborhood. How successful was this effort?. Eileen McClory, education reporter for the Dayton Daily News...
Dayton-area community appoints interim city manager to permanent role
HUBER HEIGHTS, Ohio (Dayton Business Journal) -- A local interim city manager now will drop the 'interim' from his title. The city of Huber Heights just appointed John Russell to city manager at the council meeting Monday, July 22. The term of the agreement is set for three years, according...
Local districts struggle with admin, staff vacancies as school year looms
RIVERSIDE, Ohio (WDTN) — As students across the Miami Valley prepare to head back to the classroom in the coming weeks, many schools have several teacher vacancies. Fairborn City Schools Assistant Superintendent Amy Gayheart says they’re becoming more creative in how they attract applicants for vacancies. “Any time that there is a position to fill, […]
City of Dayton to temporarily suspend automated payment line for upgrades
Dayton, Ohio – The City of Dayton has announced a temporary disruption in its utility payment services due to system upgrades. The automated payment line will be unavailable from 7:00 p.m. on Friday, July 26, until 8:00 a.m. on Monday, July 29. During this period, residents will be unable...
County removes cats from Our Farm Sanctuary, charges filed against Director
Complaints by current, former volunteers lead to search warrant. Animal Control Officers from the Miami County Animal Shelter removed more than 40 cats from Our Farm Sanctuary on Agenbroad Road on Monday, July 15. They executed a search warrant in response to recent complaints filed by a group of past and present volunteers.
Foodbank planning mass distribution in Preble County
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- The Foodbank, Inc. is planning to host a mass food distribution and care event on Thursday, August 1, for Preble County residents. The distribution will run from 10 a.m. to noon at the Eaton Community Church parking lot, 813 Camden Rd., in Preble County. The Foodbank...
Family of child with special needs announces lawsuit against Dayton Public Schools
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- The family of a child with special needs has filed a lawsuit against Dayton Public Schools, the school board, and Darrick Sorrells after video captured an incident in which Sorrells reportedly struck the 3-year-old child and then carried the child by his ankles. "Dayton Public Schools...
History of 2200 East Fifth St
A Dayton Vistas reader recently wrote in with a question about the history of the building at 2200 East Fifth St located across Columbus St from the old Carnegie Library which is currently the home of St. Mary Development Corporation. I’ve covered a few other corner storefronts in Huffman and...
Local city ending leaf collection program this fall
CLAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Due to changes in the city’s budget, Clayton will no longer offer curbside leaf pickup to its residents. The City of Clayton announced the end of their leaf collection services. Starting in fall of 2024, residents can no longer place unbagged leaves at the curb or in the roadway for pickup. […]
Concord Township OKs residential incentive district; Riverside Schools expresses concerns
Concord Township’s trustees recently approved the creation of a new incentive district to collect more revenue from an upcoming residential development and fund township projects,. Meanwhile Riverside Schools officials are expressing concerns about the impact to school finances. The new Ivy Ridge Incentive District will include a plot of...
COMMUNITY GEMS: John Payne walks the walk helping better Dayton neighborhoods
While many Dayton neighborhoods have experienced growth and a rebirth of sorts, some are still struggling. But one man with a huge heart and a true love of the neighborhoods in which he grew up is working tirelessly to make a difference. John Payne is a native Daytonian. A graduate...
Countdown to Miamisburg’s Rock ‘N’ Green Tomato Festival begins!
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN)– We’re calling all green tomato lovers to Miamisburg for their annual Rock ‘N’ Green Tomato Festival! Organizer Tanor Banks joined Living Dayton on Tuesday with everything families can expect!. Get ready to rock out with live music! Headlining on Friday night is the...
Drone providing ‘eye in the sky’ at Clark County Fair
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — If you see something flying above you at this year’s Clark County Fair, don’t be alarmed. It’s not a bird, it’s not a plane. It’s a drone. The Clark County Sheriff’s Office has added the new layer of technology for this year’s fair to keep patrons safe while adding eyes in […]
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