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Waynesville Kicked Off The 2024 Independence Day Holiday Celebration Early
WAYNESVILLE, OH -- While storms were rolling through the area yesterday, they stopped long enough to allow Waynesville residents the opportunity to enjoy the festivities at Bicentennial Park, which included food trucks, live music and fireworks. The American Legion Auxiliary Group was on hand to sell snacks ad light sword.
Area dispensary poised to be among first in Miami Valley to begin selling pot for recreational use
Standard Wellness, which operates a medical marijuana dispensary in Springfield, anticipates getting a dual-use license in the next few days, the company vice president of revenue said.
Fourth of July guide: Dayton area fireworks shows and events
Celebrating our independence this Fourth of July is easy — there are several cities and townships hosting parades and festivals. Here is a guide to some of the area’s fireworks display and Independence Day events:. 🦅Star Spangled Heights 2024. When: Parade kicks off the day at 10...
This Historic Mound in Ohio Is One of The Tallest in North America
You learn something new every day. After discovering some unusual and eclectic roadside oddities across Michigan, I've suddenly stumbled across state lines and I'm starting to wonder just what exactly is going on in Ohio!. Visible from Google Earth and touted as "one of the two largest conical mounds in...
Dedication ceremony held for new Greater Cincinnati 'legacy garden'
WAYNESVILLE, Ohio (WKRC) - There are some new features at the Nature Center at Caesar Creek State Park in Waynesville, Ohio. Dedication ceremonies were held on Friday for phase one of the Janet Lasley Legacy Garden. The new addition is supposed to represent some of the natural history of the...
Centerville road repairs underway this week
CENTERVILLE, Ohio (WDTN) — Crews will be out working to repair sections of Centerville roads during the first week of July. Starting Sunday, June 30, construction workers will begin making pavement and catch basin repairs in the area of E. Franklin Street and Cemetery Drive. Those driving through the area may experience delays. One lane […]
From fireworks to food, 4th of July can be dangerous for pets
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – Between the loud booms of fireworks and the crowded cookouts, the Fourth of July can be stressful for pets. According to the Humane Society of Greater Dayton, the Fourth of the July is one of the top days pets get loose or lost from their owners. “There’s a lot of loud […]
Rent for one-bedrooms in Dayton/Kettering 4th highest in nation over last 5 years
DAYTON/KETTERING, Ohio (WKEF) -- New CNBC analysis of data from Apartment List shows Dayton and Kettering together have the fourth highest rent increases in the country for one-bedroom apartments over the past five years. Cedarville’s Professor of Economics and Dean of Robert W. Plaster School of Business Dr. Jeff Haymond...
Austin Landing hosts third annual Just Dill With It Pickle Fest
MIAMISBURG, Ohio (WKEF) -- The third annual Austin Landing “Just Dill With It” pickle festival is Saturday, June 29, from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the park at Austin Landing shopping center. The festival celebrates everything pickle-related, from the common pickle back drink and deep-fried pickles to...
Local reactions to presidential debate: ‘Missed opportunity’
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Moments from last night’s debate are raising concerns for both parties. Those concerns are different for each. Within the Democratic Party, questions are coming up about whether Joe Biden is right for their nomination. Replacing him would be a lengthy process. “Is there going to be a really strong push within […]
Middletown teacher takes home crown for Mrs. Ohio America
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Jumping up and down in excitement, Dr. Anedra Million becomes Mrs. Ohio America 2024. 2 NEWS asked the new Mrs. Ohio what she felt at that moment. “I felt like the younger me would be so proud to see that I didn’t stop. I didn’t give up, I didn’t let my circumstances define me. It wasn’t about where I started but where I finished and so for me it was about continuing the race for all of those who maybe haven’t had their dreams come true, continuing the race and letting others that they too can still achieve things,” said Dr. Million.
Boro Boom on July 4! Bounce houses, food trucks, music & fireworks!
Boro BOOM! Springboro July 4th Fireworks show at Springboro High School. Celebrate Independence Day with a night under the stars! The City is celebrating in the Springboro High School parking lot with live music from Reel2Real, free bounce houses and kids' activities and food trucks starting at 6 p.m. The fireworks show will light up the sky at 10 p.m.
Hooning, stunt driving set to be illegal under bill awaiting governor’s signature
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A bill sponsored by a local representative that would crack down on illegal stunt driving on public streets has made its way through the Ohio Statehouse and now looks for the governor’s signature. House Bill 56, sponsored by Rep. Phil Plummer, would make burnouts, donuts and drifting illegal on any public […]
Franklin Township Has Lost A Legend
A statement by the current Fiscal Officer: Scot Fromeyer and the Franklin Township Trustees Rob Rose, Matt Jennings and Shane Centers on the passing of William "Tommy" Roberts... On June 26, 2024, Franklin Township lost a legend in the passing of Former Roads Department Superintendent William "Tommy" Roberts. Tommy as...
Pay raise included in new Dayton police contracts
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A new pay scale is set to go into effect after a full year of contract talks between the city and two unions representing Dayton police officers. Starting in 2026, the top pay for patrol officers will be $87,314. That’s up over $10,000 more than the current top pay, which is […]
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