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Ohio mayors submit proposal to reduce gun violence
Jul. 17—COLUMBUS — Lima Mayor Sharetta Smith has joined forces with 30 of her mayoral counterparts from Ohio's largest cities in an effort to reduce gun violence and easy access to firearms. In a letter to Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, members of the Ohio Mayors Alliance, a bipartisan group of community leaders, cited "significant investments" in public safety and law enforcement that have resulted ...
Witt sentenced for possession of drugs
GREENVILLE — A Versailles male was sentenced on the original charge of aggravated possession of drugs. Judge Travis L. Fliehman presided. Kyron J. Witt, 24, of Versailles, was sentenced after his In Lieu of Conviction on the original charge of possession of drugs, a felony of the fifth degree was deemed unsuccessful due to a probation violation and driving under the influence of alcohol/drug allegations. Witt originally pleaded guilty in 2022. He had no prior felonies, nor prior records, only had a DUI and was granted ILC with the notion he would not violate the terms of the agreement. His defense attorney David Rohrer advised the court that this case fits the mold for a community control sanction sentence.
AJ Bey retires after 14 years as Versailles wrestling head coach
VERSAILLES — Versailles wrestling head coach AJ Bey announced his retirement from coaching this past week. He was the head coach for 14 years and spent a total of 27 years in the athletic department as an assistant coach in baseball and football. Bey said he will miss being...
Police find 2 men dead in vehicle nearby while responding to shooting
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A large police presence was been seen responding to a shooting incident on Thursday afternoon, marking the seventh shooting incident of the week. Montgomery County Regional Dispatch confirmed that police were sent out to a shooting scene on Cleverly Road near Hoover Avenue around 4 p.m. on July 18. Upon arrival, […]
Bellbrook man’s Tesla ice cream truck destroyed by woman he doesn’t know
BELLBROOK, Ohio (WDTN) — After a woman went on a rampage in Bellbrook, more than $10,000 worth of damages has been done to one man’s property. Police say the incident happened Monday when a woman vandalized a Tesla ice cream truck while it was parked in the man’s front yard on Locust Drive. “Just a […]
Saharan dust and it's impacts on the tropics
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- In recent weeks, meteorologists have been closely monitoring the Saharan dust levels drifting across the Atlantic Ocean. This annual phenomenon, known as the Saharan Air Layer (SAL), plays a crucial role in shaping weather patterns and, notably, can significantly influence tropical activity. The Saharan dust originates...
Cowan Lake American Lotus Celebration set for Aug. 3
The American Lotus Celebration at Cowan Lake State Park will take place on Saturday, Aug. 3 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will be located on the southeast end of the lake, accessible from Yankee or Beechwood roads off of OH 350. Visitors can enjoy free educational, naturalist-guided pontoon boat rides into the lotus colonies.
Man sentenced in fatal shooting outside Walmart caught on video
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - A man accused of brazenly gunning down a 24-year-old victim in broad daylight outside a Cincinnati Walmart store has been sentenced. Josiah Hassell will spend 25 to 30.5 years in jail after pleading guilty to aggravated murder and felonious assault. Hassell’s charges stem from the November 2021...
Reds Rumors: Cincy unlikely to move polarizing player as trade deadline plan changes
Jonathan India was arguably the most well-liked player in Reds Country following his rookie campaign in 2021. But after two injury-riddled seasons and last year's emergence of Matt McLain, Elly De La Cruz, and Noelvi Marte, many of the Cincinnati faithful questioned India's presence on the roster heading into spring training earlier this year.
Kennedy's Kitchen brings Irish tradition to Dayton Celtic Festival
Kennedy's Kitchen, a traditional Irish music group based in South Bend, Indiana, is set to perform at the Dayton Celtic Festival on Sunday, July 28, on the WDTN Traditional Stage from 12:00-1:20pm. John Kennedy, a founding member of the band, recently spoke with Cindy Funk, host of Dear Green Place on WYSO, about the group’s musical approach and upcoming performance.
Bride crochets wedding dress and groom’s tux in less than 30 days
The #ScottLoveOnMyMind wedding was held at the Christian Village Gazebo on Hamilton Avenue. The gazebo is outside the residence of the bride’s grandmother, Barbara Triggs-Wilson, and her great aunt. Due to travel concerns and not wanting to leave any relatives out, the groom suggested the wedding take place there.
Nick Senzel's latest landing spot proves Reds were completely justified parting ways
When somebody says, "It's not you, it's me," that usually means it's you. When it comes to the severed relationship between the Cincinnati Reds and former first-round pick Nick Senzel, it was definitely him. Senzel signed a one-year, $2 million contract with the rebuilding Washington Nationals this past offseason after...
Marsh Foundation starts equine therapy
VAN WERT — The Marsh Foundation, a non-profit children’s services agency, will soon offer equine therapy to clients. Van Wert County Foundation awarded a $15,000 grant from the John D. and Nellie S. Ault Memorial Fund endowment to establish an equine therapy program. “During our recent visit to...
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