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Winning $138 million Powerball ticket sold in Miami Valley
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — One lucky Miami Valley resident scored big in a recent Powerball drawing. A jackpot-winning ticket was sold in Huber Heights, according to the Ohio Lottery. The Powerball jackpot totaled $138,000,000 in the July 3 drawing. The lucky winner matched all five numbers plus Powerball on an auto-pick ticket. The winning ticket […]
UPDATED: Fourth of July events in the region
There are several local cities and townships hosting parades and festivals this week in honor of Independence Day. Here are some of those events:. Light Up Lebanon: A parade in the downtown area kicks off Lebanon’s Independence Day celebration at 4 p.m. July 3. It is following by events from 6-10 p.m. at Colonial Park West. That includes a petting zoo, balloon animals, games, bounce houses and live music from The Bourbon Road Band. Details: facebook.com/events/783389973944147.
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” […]
Community leaders set event to plan co-op grocery store in Warren
As many in the Valley enjoy hot dogs, burgers, and other picnic favorites this holiday, some families may be trying to figure out where their next meal will come from and how far they’ll have to travel to buy food. That’s why Warren City officials are joining a local...
New Jubie’s Creamery ice cream shop opens in Troy.
TROY — Jubie’s Creamery, a local ice cream shop throughout the Dayton area, has opened in Troy. Jubie’s Creamery is owned by Stacey, Fred, and daughter Julie Domicone, who opened their third creamery at 79 Foss Way on Monday, July 1. The owners established their first Jubie’s Creamery in Fairborn, in July 2018; their second creamery opened in Moraine, in May 2022.
Grab a drink, shop and explore downtown Dayton during First Friday
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — First Friday returns on July 5 in downtown Dayton. This month’s First Friday celebrates summer in the city. Among the excitement is the openings of two new small businesses downtown: Chairapy and Mintha’s Boutique. During First Friday, DORA is in full effect from noon to midnight. Patrons can purchase a beverage […]
Ohio Ice Cream Trail features 54 stops including several in Dayton region
It’s National Ice Cream Month and TourismOhio has relaunched its Ice Cream Trail highlighting more than 50 stops throughout the state. “The Ohio Ice Cream Trail is a fun and unique way to explore the state and support our communities,” said Lydia Mihalik, director of the Ohio Department of Development which oversees the TourismOhio office. “The Trail truly shows that we’re the heart of it all, bringing together our state’s rich agricultural heritage, culinary culture, manufacturing innovation, and support for small businesses.”
White Castle in Trotwood to become 24-hour operation on weekends
As White Castle is strengthening its “Night Castle” branding, a location in the Dayton region is planning to expand its hours to accommodate late-night Cravers. Tommy Loveberry, White Castle’s regional director in Cincinnati, said the Trotwood location has plans to be open 24 hours on Fridays and Saturdays before the summer ends.
Mundy to perform in Troy
TROY — Fridays on Prouty concert series will host the Ryan Mundy Band on Friday, July 12, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. Mundy comes from Springfield, with what he calls “rockin’ country music.” His style combines country threads of sweet soulful life-longing lyrics with red-hot-rock edges to make a modern country sound. He is a six-time nominee for the Josie Music awards at the Grand Ole Opry House for Best Male Vocalist in 2022 and for Song of the Year for “On You” and Best Music Video for “Truck Thang” in 2023. Ryan Mundy is an Ohio-original and a rising force in the Ohio country music scene. He is a hardworking, tireless performer with a bright vision for his style. His latest recording is “Payin My Dues,” which speaks of his energy and determination.
Cupcake decorating contest July 11
PIQUA — The Piqua Community Farmers Market is holding its annual Cupcake Decorating Contest on Thursday, July 11. There is no entry fee and pre-registration is NOT required. Anyone interested in participating will need to bring six cupcakes – three for the judges and three to share. Bring your cupcakes to the Piqua Community Farmers Market located on High Street in front of the Piqua Public Library on Thursday, July 11 by 5:15 p.m. Participants may enter more than one type of cupcake and Farmers Market vendors may participate. Judging will take place at 5:15 p.m.
Thai 9 expands hours, now open for lunch on weekends
Thai 9 in Dayton’s Oregon District is expanding its hours starting this weekend. The restaurant, located at 11 Brown St., will now be open for lunch on Saturdays and Sundays starting July 6. To celebrate, those who purchase two entrees from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday or Sunday will receive a free order of crab rangoon.
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 […]
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...
Never too old to learn the Dulcimer: Club invites folks from all over, of all ages, to learn instrument
Dulcimers have quite a following with folks from Southwest Ohio. Sweet strains of folk ballads, classical music — even swinging country and rock ‘n’ roll tunes — can be played on the four-string wooden instrument that has deep history in the Appalachian Mountains. Come find out,...
National Museum of the USAF honors Volunteer of the Year
DAYTON, Ohio — Most people who work at a museum and help preserve history will tell you that it’s a very special job. However, what makes it even more unique is if you can see your own life and service reflected in the exhibits. Spectrum News 1 spent...
In the month of June, the Dayton area saw 9 restaurants open, 2 close and 1 go up for sale
Just in time for summer, several new restaurants have opened across the Dayton region. From a “destination-themed” restaurant with a burger centric menu to a soul food spot inside W. Social Tap & Table, here’s a list of new places to check out. In our June restaurant...
‘Inside Out 2’ Review: Anxiety, attack!
Opinions are the author’s alone and not endorsed by 2 NEWS and/or Nexstar Media Group. DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — In Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” change is scary. Riley (Kensington Tallman) is going through puberty and with its onset comes a whole new range of emotions. Between Envy (Ayo Edebiri), Ennui (Adèle Exarchopoulos), Embarrassment (Paul Walter […]
Noah Wotherspoon Band performs in Troy
TROY — Noah Wotherspoon revealed his exceptional guitar skills by the age of 11. As a young teenager he had his own band called Noah and the Stratocats, who won a spot on the prestigious Chicago Blues Fest stage when he was just 16. The Stratocats played the Chicago Blues Fest for the next eight years. In 2015 Noah received the Albert King award for Best Guitarist at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee. Wotherspoon started as a kid from Dayton, Ohio who had an affinity for the guitar, but he soon found himself touring America and performing at the world’s Blues Festivals. He has toured Eastern Europe many times and was the headliner at the Reykjavik Blues Festival in Iceland and the Salva Jazz & Blues Festival in Salvatierry, Mexico.
Pleasant Hill VFW offers July weekend dinners
PLEASANT HILL — The Pleasant Hill VFW 6557, located at 7578 Fenner Road, will offer the following weekend dinners, available for dine-in or carry-out:. • Friday, July 13: Fish fry — Enjoy three pieces of fish, french fries, and baked beans for $10 from 5 to 7 p.m.
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