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Troy Main Street to host annual Chocolate Walk
TROY — Troy Main Street proudly presents the eighth annual Chocolate Walk on Saturday, Sept. 7 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event promises an afternoon of indulgence as we encourage merchants to participate and share their most delectable chocolate treats where the Troy community and local businesses come together to celebrate their favorite desserts.
Lighthouse Cafe employee receives Community Hero Award
PIQUA — A Community Hero Award was presented to a civilian on Wednesday morning at the Lighthouse Cafe for actions he took that helped save another person’s life in July at the cafe. Upper Valley Medical Center EMS Coordinator Mark Senseman presented Lighthouse Cafe employee Adam Sargent, of...
Senior day at the fair
TROY — Miami County senior citizens enjoyed Wednesday at the Miami County Fair, the day specifically designated for them. The Free Entertainment Tent was overflowing Wednesday morning, Aug. 14, for Senior Citizens Day after approximately 58 couples married for at least 50 years gathered for the annual Golden Anniversary photo. Couples were seated at 11 a.m. out front of the Miami County Fair secretary’s office for the picture. But prior to the photo being taken, the national anthem played over the loud speakers throughout the fairgrounds and retired Troy City Schools music teacher Dave Pinketon, lead the group of married couples in singing “The Star-Spangled Banner.”
Restraining order issued in legal fight over water services at Buc-ee’s
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — The Huber Heights Buc-ee’s is caught in the middle of a legal battle. A Judge granted Clark County’s request for a temporary restraining order against the city of Huber Heights. This comes after the county’s board of commissioners filed a lawsuit over a dispute related to water and sewer services in […]
Miami Valley election boards feeling good about their number of poll workers
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Poll workers were in short supply during March’s primary elections in Ohio. With less than three months until the general election – including for president – the need for poll workers grows. Both Montgomery and Miami counties said they expect a large turnout, and poll workers will be essential to handle […]
4 detonations expected at Wright-Patterson AFB
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Commuters and residents near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base could likely hear loud noises. The 88th Air Base Wing at Wright-Patt reports the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Flight will conduct “performing demolition training” on Aug. 14. During training, the EOD Flight will organize four detonations. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., individuals around […]
A bobcat spotted in Greene County is the latest sign of an Ohio comeback
FAIRBORN, Ohio (WYSO) — There was a rare bobcat sighting in Fairborn late last month. There have only been a handful of modern sightings of bobcats in Greene County — 11 to be exact. Settlers had mostly driven the bobcat out of Ohio. But biologists started to see...
West Nile Virus detected in Darke County
DARKE COUNTY, Ohio (WDTN) — A mosquito in Arcanum has tested positive for West Nile Virus. The Darke County General Health District has tested a sample and identified one mosquito positive for West Nile Virus. The sample was collected on Aug. 6 from a trap located at the Arcanum Community Baseball Park. The positive sample […]
City offices in Piqua will close for several hours
PIQUA, Ohio (WDTN) — The City of Piqua will host an appreciation event, which will cause city offices to close for a few hours today. The city announced on social media that from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. offices will close to allow employees to attend the annual employee appreciation event. “The Piqua Utility Business […]
RTA announces new service route
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — The Greater Dayton RTA will add a new service route for customers in the western part of Montgomery County. The transportation agency announced that the West Community Connector will launch as a new route taken by bus drivers beginning on Sunday, Sept. 8. The route will connect with 12 other routes, […]
Covington opens new splash pad
COVINGTON—The Village of Covington announced a soft opening for its splashpad at Schoolhouse Park on its Facebook page on Friday, Aug. 9. As of this Tuesday, Aug, 13, main restrooms open during hours of operation for the splash pad. Hours for the splash pad will be from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. until further notice.
Fairborn Sweet Corn Festival celebrates 42 years
DAYTON, Ohio — If you like sweet corn and you like festivals, the city of Fairborn is the place to be. For 42 years, the Fairborn Sweet Corn festival it’s been a staple in the community. More than 35,000 people come out over the course of the weekend...
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.”
Tipp Police Department hosts National Night Out at Kyle Park
The Tipp City Police Department hosted its fourth annual National Night Out celebration at Kyle Park on Tuesday, Aug. 6. “This is definitely our big event,” Officer Will Roberts said. “Everybody gets to meet one another, and have a good night, there’s food and different activities.”. “It’s...
Bernie Moreno won’t talk about abortion bans. He supported one in Ohio, physician-activist says
Ohio Republican U.S. Senate candidate Bernie Moreno is in a difficult position when it comes to abortion, and he appears to be trying to hedge. To win a close race against Democratic U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, he needs an important part of the Republican coalition — abortion opponents— to show up to the polls. But […]
Canal at 2nd Street Then and Now
I’ve previously written a history of the Miami and Erie canal in Dayton that included a then and now photo of an 1899 celebration that included two elephants bathing in the canal. In that post I used a visible business and map to determine where that location is today.
Weekend events around Dayton: Aug. 16-18
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Summer is still going strong with festivals, food and unique events. 2 NEWS compiled a list of events happening this weekend in Dayton. Friday, Aug. 16 The Great Darke County Fair – Aug. 16-24, 800 Sweitzer Street, Greenville. One of the last Miami Valley county fairs begins on Friday, with rides, […]
Edison State receives Walmart grant for Veterans’ lounge.
PIQUA — Walmart provided a $1,500 local community grant to The Edison Foundation, which it received on behalf of Edison State Community College. The College will use the grant to improve the Veterans’ Lounge at the Piqua Campus. Nathan Kelly, store manager of the Piqua Walmart, visited campus on Wednesday, July 23, during which he presented a grant check and toured the Veterans’ Lounge.
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