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Parade-goers seek relief from heat, humidity at Fourth of July events
FAIRBORN, Ohio (WDTN) — Fourth of July celebrations are in full swing, with people breaking out the grills and fireworks. Fairborn and several other communities hosted holiday events, bringing lots of people together in hot, humid conditions. Spectators attempted to fan away the intense heat, hoping the rain would...
How Holocaust Education Took Jodi Elowitz From MN To Cincinnati To Working For Ohio
As Jodi Elowitz puts it, the field of Holocaust education has a habit of choosing people, whether they intended to work in it or not. For her, that moment of choosing happened almost 30 years ago in St. Paul, where the Jewish Community Center used to host a monthly talk series with Holocaust survivors.
Dr. Jose Toledo named vice president for Research and Economic Development, director of 1890 Land-Grant Programs
Above: A student researcher gently works with a honeycomb. Central State University's research initiatives will reach new heights under Jose Toledo, Ph.D., its new vice president for Research and Economic Development and director of 1890 Land-Grant Programs. Central State University is pleased to announce the selection of Jose Ulises Toledo,...
Where to see Dayton history-themed bus on Fourth of July
CENTERVILLE, Ohio (WDTN) — Named Ohio’s largest one-day event, the Americana Festival is in full-swing on the Fourth of July. The event began this morning at 9:30 a.m. with food and craft vendors lining the streets. The parade also headlined the 10 a.m. hour of the daylong event. Residents still have plenty of time to […]
Board agrees to landscaping and asphalt for new building
GREENVILLE — The Darke County Agricultural Society’s Board of Directors (fair board) continued to shape the look of the newest building on the fairgrounds at its regular board meeting on Wednesday. Ten of the board members were present with Dean Neff absent. According to Director Jim Zumbrin, construction...
The Reds are finally done paying Ken Griffey Jr.'s endless contract
For most casual baseball fans, July 1st is known as "Bobby Bonilla Day," as the Mets made the ill-advised decision to defer so much of Bonilla's contract that he is getting paid around $1.2 million every July 1 through 2035, even though he last played in a baseball game in 2001. However, Bonilla isn't the only player still getting paid long after he retired, and the Cincinnati Reds just made their last payment on one such deal with one of the best players to ever play the game.
Flight of fancy: Analysis of hippos’ run reveals they can fly…briefly
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A recent study from London has come to a conclusion that you might believe, well, when pigs fly: Hippos can fly. Now, before you go and add flak cannons to your home in case Fiona and Fritz down in Cincinnati decide to strafe you, keep in mind that their “flight time” […]
Softball Player Catches Pitch and Spins Around to See Marine Uncle Has Returned From Deployment
An 11-year-old catching a pitch during her softball game turned around to discover her Marine uncle standing behind home plate after returning from deployment. The post Softball Player Catches Pitch and Spins Around to See Marine Uncle Has Returned From Deployment appeared first on Happilynews.com.
Wapak business adds extreme escape room experience
Jul. 4—WAPAKONETA — Escape Wapak, an escape room and entertainment center that bills itself as fun for all ages, will soon unveil a new gaming experience geared exclusively toward customers aged 18 and up. The center's newest offering — "The Hunted" — combines the strategic challenge of an escape room "with the thrilling excitement of adult hide-and-seek in a mostly dark venue," owner Gary ...
Greenville Police searching for high-speed chase escapee
GREENVILLE, Ohio (WDTN) — The Greenville Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a person who initiated a high-speed pursuit on Tuesday, July 2. According to a social media post by the department, they are looking for a silver 2008 Pontiac G6 that is similar to the picture below. The vehicle has […]
Tri-State fiscal officer abruptly quits after council rejects her separation agreement
COLLEGE CORNER, Ohio (WXIX) - The top financial official of this small village of just under 400 residents has abruptly quit after council members recently rejected her proposed separation agreement. FOX19 NOW first reported on April 15 that College Corner Fiscal Officer Jennifer Woods has a contract setting her annual...
Give Blood at Solvita Dayton Center Taylor Swift Party
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- Blood donors can help replenish the blood supply after the July 4th holiday and get a chance to win tickets to see Taylor Swift. Donors can so by donating Friday or Saturday, July 5-6 at the Solvita Dayton Center Taylor Swift Party. Everyone who registers to...
Cincinnati black music walk of fame honored as top museum
The Cincinnati Black Music Walk of Fame has been recently honored by Blavity as one of the top 11 museums and monuments nationwide that keep the spirit of Black music alive. From Prince’s Paisley Park to Detroit’s Motown, these institutions play a crucial role in preserving history and educating the public about significant cultural shifts and legacies, including music.
Crews on scene of explosion, fire reported on Butterworth Road in Maineville
MAINEVILLE, Ohio — An explosion was reported on Butterworth Road in Maineville. It was reported in the 8600 block of the road. Emergency crews are on scene. There are also multiple reports of a large fire in the area. The road is reportedly closed. Alternate routes are advised. No...
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