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Block Party Trailer promotes community connection
The Vandalia Block Party Trailer first rolled onto the streets in April of this year, giving residents the opportunity to celebrate the community in new ways. Since then, this readymade party-in-a-box has slowly become a summer success. “All the reviews or feedback we've gotten so far have been positive,” Ben...
Boys cross country preview: Botkins, Russia have big expectations
Cross country started earlier this week. Here is a look at area boys teams:. The Russia Raiders boys cross country team is coached by Zachary Bell in his third season with the team. Returning letterwinners for the Raiders this season will be seniors Jacob Schmitmeyer (17:27.4 best 2023 time), Sheldon...
Crash with injuries reported on Winton Road in Springfield Township
FINNEYTOWN, Ohio — A crash with injuries has been reported on the northbound side of Winton Road at West North Bend Road in Springfield Township. The severity of the injuries has not been confirmed at this time. Hamilton County police officers and fire responders have been dispatched to the...
Person killed by train Saturday morning in Springfield Twp., police confirm
SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WTVG) - The Lucas County Sheriff’s Office confirmed one person was killed by a train in Springfield Township Saturday morning. Police say they first received a call around 8:30 a.m. for a pedestrian struck by a train at the intersection of Crissey Road and Geiser. Officers say the train that struck the person was traveling eastbound.
Ansonia falls 41-32 in season opener
DE GRAFF — Ansonia went on the road to start its season, but things didn’t go as Coach Adam Hall was hoping in the Tigers’ 41-32 loss to Riverside on Friday night. The Tigers had a promising start with only half a field to work with, but a fumble on the eight-yard line gave the ball to the Pirates and the Tigers hope for a quick score faded in the blink of an eye. They were able to hold Riverside to a three-and-out. A sack at the three-yard line made punting difficult for the Pirates and the Tigers once again had the ball with great field position.
Dayton officers shoot armed suspect overnight
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Officers fired on an armed suspect late on Friday night. According to the Dayton Police Department, officers were sent out to the 900 block of Custer Place on reports of an individual with a weapon. This occurred around 11:30 p.m. on Aug. 23. Upon arrival, officers located an individual with a […]
High school football: Osborne leads St. Marys past St. Henry
Aug. 24—ST. MARYS — St. Marys played St. Marys football to a "T" on Friday night in a 33-14 win over St. Henry. They were physical on both sides of the ball, run-dominant and did more than enough to demoralize their opponent. Twice, St. Henry made it a one-score game, but both times, the Roughriders answered with a long, back-breaking drive that ended with a touchdown. They also dominated time ...
Premiere date set for ThinkTV Bing Davis documentary
ThinkTV’s documentary about the career of legendary Dayton artist and educator Willis “Bing” Davis will premiere at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 10. Titled “Willis ‘Bing’ Davis: Reach High, Reach Back” and created in partnership with Public Media Connect, the documentary will air on ThinkTV16, CET, the station’s livestreams and the PBS app.
Good Morning! Good News! Local business, post office help put engagement plans in motion
A Belle Center area couple and their family are grateful today for the dedication and careful attention to detail by a Bellefontaine Post Office employee and a local jeweler who helped to make a once-in-a-lifetime proposal a reality, just in the nick of time. Earlier this summer, Tyler Jenkins and...
High school football roundup: Wapak tops St. John's Jesuit
Aug. 23—Caleb Moyer's third touchdown run of the night in the fourth quarter sealed the host Redskins' 35-21 victory over St. John's Jesuit. Wapakoneta jumped out to a 21-0 lead with three first-quarter touchdowns. St. John's rallied with a 1-yard touchdown run by Carson Pawlowicz and a 26-yard scoring pass from Coy Hamic to Karter Washington to make it an eight-point game at halftime. After ...
Fairborn blanks Tecumseh 33-0, Skyhawks’ first week 1 win since 2020
NEW CARLISLE, Ohio (WDTN) – Fairborn dominated its way to a 33-0 shutout against Tecumseh in non-league action, as the Skyhawks notched their first win a season opener since 2020 and first victory over the Arrows since 2019.
Remembering Coldwater’s Cale Wenning…Support From Area Schools
(8-23-24) Yesterday Coldwater student-athlete Cale Wenning passed away yesterday nearly two weeks after he was involved in an electric bike crash. Wenning would have started his Senior year earlier this week and would have been a member of the Cavalier football team when they start the 2024 season tonight at home against Valley View.
Forbes: Dayton #4 “Best Places For Young Professionals To Live In The U.S.”
According to Forbes, Dayton ranked #4 on the Best Places For Young Professionals To Live In The U.S. In 2024. “Where you choose to live impacts everything from your job opportunities to your ability to save money, and for individuals focused on building both their careers and strong financial foundations, there’s a lot at stake. Many young professionals struggle to balance lifestyle desires with long-term financial stability amidst rising prices, economic uncertainty and more. To determine the best places for young professionals to live, Forbes Advisor compared the 100 most populous U.S. metro areas (99 of which had available data) across 12 metrics within four key categories: employment and pay, housing affordability, cost of living and lifestyle.””
Crews on scene of housefire in Saint Paris
SAINT PARIS, Ohio (WDTN) — Crews are working to knock down a housefire in Saint Paris. Our 2 NEWS crew on the scene reported seeing large flames and heavy smoke. Crews with Adams Township Rosewood Fire Department, Fletcher Volunteer Fire Department, Christiansburg Fire Department and JSP Joint Fire District are actively working to put out […]
WL-S upends Graham; Mechanicsburg, Triad fall
ST. PARIS – Josh Wilcoxon rushed for four touchdowns as West Liberty-Salem opened the football season with a 42-14 win over Graham in non-league action Friday night. The Tigers led, 21-0, at the end of the first quarter and 35-0 at the half. For WL-S, Nick Shifflet completed 12...
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