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Library hosts 'Ferguson Voices' exhibit 10 years after Michael Brown was killed
Ten years ago in Ferguson, Missouri, police shot and killed Michael Brown, leading to 100 days of protests. Here in downtown Dayton, the main library is hosting again a unique exhibit called Ferguson Voices: Disrupting the Frame. It features interviews and photographs of twelve individuals who reacted to Brown’s death through community contributions such as acting, teaching and advancing the cause of justice.
Hollywood Gaming to celebrate anniversary this weekend
Video: Prior coverage of Hollywood Gaming in Dayton. DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Hollywood Gaming at Dayton Raceway is celebrating its 10-year anniversary with a weekend bash. Beginning on Friday Aug. 16, the racino will host the Dayton Funk All-Stars. The group, known for their R&B and titular funk sound, will play on the Sunset Stage […]
Officials hope investment to keep Cincinnati Open pays off economically
MASON, Ohio (WXIX) -Businesses in Mason are benefiting from the surge in tennis fans following the allocation of $130 million in taxpayer funds to retain the Cincinnati Open Tennis Tournament at the Lindner Family Tennis Center. Scott Hutchinson of the Warren County Convention and Visitors Bureau says loads of out-of-towners...
Joe Burrow does not hold back on Ohio State
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow famously won a Heisman Trophy and national championship with the LSU Tigers in college. But he actually started his collegiate career with his home-state Ohio State Buckeyes and competed for the starting job until a hand injury saw the Urban Meyer-led coaching staff award the late Dwayne Haskins the starting position.
Dayton African American Cultural Festival is this weekend and it’s free to attend
A Dayton festival this weekend will have a number of activities and experiences celebrating African American culture at RiverScape MetroPark. “The whole thought process behind this festival is to bring the richness of the African American experience to Dayton,” said Ashley Bass, logistic coordinator for the Dayton African American Cultural Festival. “We do this by way of music, culture, education and art.”
Ross County EBT users warned about card skimmers
CHILLICOTHE— Have you used your EBT card at Save-a-Lot on Western Avenue and Corner Market on Charleston Pike in Chillicothe recently? If so you may be at risk of having your money stolen due to card skimmers recently found in the stores. These skimmers can be found on card readers and look exactly...
POWER GOBLINS WIN ON POWER PITCHING
NILES, Ohio — The Mahoning Valley Scrappers, rebranded as the Mahoning Valley Power Goblins in celebration of South Korea’s Independence Day, defeated the Williamsport Crosscutters 7-4 on Thursday night. Mahoning Valley jumped out to an early lead in the bottom of the first inning with a three-run outburst....
Mentor to Invest $162,641 in Home Rehab and Accessibility Projects Through CDBG Funds
The City of Mentor is poised to channel its newly awarded Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds into a range of local improvement projects after being designated $162,641 for the program year starting October 1. According to a release published by the city, these federal dollars are geared toward bolstering public services, rehabilitating single-family homes, and enhancing public handicap accessibility, initiatives that sidestep the need for environmental reviews due to their small-scale nature.
Chardon football preview: Hilltoppers finding their voices — 2024 camp tour
MENTOR, Ohio — A fifth straight run to at least the regional finals came last year with another big senior class at Chardon. Now comes the challenge of replacing all that it lost to graduation. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on...
Chagrin Falls council passes short-term rental ordinance, approves pursuing grants for Riverside Park additions
CHAGRIN FALLS, Ohio -- At the Aug. 12 Chagrin Falls Village Council meeting, council approved new regulations for short-term rentals, increased the clothing allowance for the fire and police departments and approved pursuing grants for structural additions to Riverside Park. Under the new short-term rental legislation, owners of such properties...
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