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Lakota's new superintendent focuses on improving district culture and test scores
Ashley Whitely is Lakota Local Schools' new superintendent, but she's not a new face to the Lakota community. Whitely used to teach English at Lakota East High School and has lived in the district for several years. Her daughter is in the district and will be in seventh grade this fall. "I was not...
Mass food distribution event set for Eaton
EATON, Ohio (WDTN) — A large distribution event is set for individuals in need of receiving food and books in Preble County. From 10 a.m. to noon on Aug. 1, The Foodbank will hold a mass food distribution event at 813 Camden Road in Eaton. According to The Foodbank, fresh produce and free grocery items […]
National Night Out Set for Aug. 6 in Wilmington and Blanchester
National Night Out, an event dedicated to promoting police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie, will take place on Aug. 6 from 6 p.m. until dusk in both Wilmington and Blanchester. In Wilmington, the event will take place at the Wilmington Walmart on Progress Way, specifically at the end opposite the main...
WHS grad Reed earns third ITA Scholar Athlete honor
Wilmington High School graduate Caleb Reed is one of eight Baldwin Wallace University student-athletes to be recognized by the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) as a Scholar Athlete. For Reed, this is the third year he has earned the Scholar Athlete designation from ITA. Reed won a career-best seven doubles matches...
Dave Chappelle, 50 Cent performance sold out
UPDATE: Tickets have sold out. YELLOW SPRINGS, Ohio (WDTN) — Comedy and hip hop are set for a crash course on Friday, July 26. Dave Chappelle’s Soundcheck Series at the Firehouse is adding 50 Cent to its performers list. Tickets for the show, which will begin at 9 p.m. Friday, will go on sale at […]
Music legend Roger Troutman honored by his hometown of Hamilton
Because of Roger Troutman’s influence in American music, Hamilton renamed his boyhood street in his honor. “In the book of history about Hamilton, Ohio, there’s a chapter obviously on music legends, and definitely Roger Troutman has a prominent place in that chapter in Hamilton history about music legends,” said Mayor Pat Moeller ahead of recognizing Troutman and reading his long list of accomplishments.
Artist who photographed bodies in Hamilton County Morgue asks to seal court records
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - The artist convicted of taking unauthorized photos of bodies in the Hamilton County Morgue is requesting his records be sealed. Hamilton County Common Pleas Court Judge Terry Nestor held a hearing on Thursday, July 25, but a decision will not be made for another two weeks. Thomas...
Federal agents searching Fuyao, 27 locations in Dayton region for criminal investigation
MIAMI VALLEY, Ohio (WKEF) -- On Friday, July 26, Dayton 24/7 Now crews went to three of the 28 locations where federal search warrants were being executed. Community members in Miamisburg and Moraine where two of the searches happened said they are usually quiet neighborhoods and described what they experienced on Friday.
Solvita issues emergency alert for all blood types
July 26, 2024, Press Release from Solvita: DAYTON, Ohio – Solvita is issuing an emergency alert for a shortage of nearly all blood types. There is an immediate and urgent need for type O positive and negative, type B positive and negative, and type A negative. Schedule an appointment...
‘Remember the Seed’; Dayton poet honors victims of Oregon District shooting
The enlightening and illuminating power of poetry can inspire, soothe and heal, three essential elements fueling Dayton poet Sierra Leone’s beautifully poignant poem “Remember the Seed,” an integral component of the “Seed of Life” Memorial. Dedicated to the victims, first responders and survivors of the...
Dayton establishes program to combat rise in violent crimes
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Violent crimes in the city of Dayton have been on the rise for months, and city leaders say they are doing more to find a solution. During this week’s City Commission meeting, a new plan was unveiled to help reduce crime. City leaders say the violence interrupters program is a new […]
Gunowners could face charges if someone else uses their weapon in a crime
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — If you own a gun and are a law-abiding citizen, you can still be charged if your gun ends up in the wrong hands. It’s important now more than ever to secure your firearms and make sure you know where they are at all times. Gunowners can face legal action if […]
Man found guilty on all counts in fatal gas station shooting
Prior coverage show in video above. DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A jury found Deante Holden guilty on all charges on Thursday afternoon. The jury deliberated for less than a day before finding the defendant guilty on murder and tampering with evidence charges. Holden was charged with murder after a fatal shooting at a Shell gas […]
New Ohio law to impose tougher penalties on hooning and police chases
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- 90 days from now a new law will be in effect that will crack down on hooning and police chases across Ohio. Representative Phil Plummer and Dayton Fraternal Order of Police President Sgt. Kyle Thomas agree that House Bill 56 was much needed in order to provide harsher penalties to those who lead police chases, and to those who engage in hooning or reckless driving.
Trial date set for woman accused of assaulting Dayton school bus driver
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- A trial date has been set for a woman who allegedly assaulted a Dayton Public School bus driver last year. A judge scheduled the trial for Monday, August 5 for 29-year-old Mar’tia Franklin. Franklin faces one count of Felonious Assault with Serious Physical Harm. PREVIOUS...
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