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Wright-Patt readies to 'scale' with massive new Dayton innovation hub
A recently announced innovation center brings excitement to the Dayton region’s largest employer.<\p> The onMain Innovation Hub marks the result of years of behind-the-scenes collaboration between Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB) and local universities and the onMain organization itself. Ohio officials, including Gov. Mike DeWine, announced they plan to invest $35 million into the future facility. WPAFB is one of the leading partners for this innovation center, which will be a large asset for digital defense. The new center is called the Digital Transformation Center (DTC) and expands an already existing program located at the University of Dayton.<\p>
Wauseon falls to Springfield
WAUSEON — The Lady Indians picked up a win at first doubles, but Springfield swept the singles matches en route to a 4-1 win in high school girls tennis Thursday at Wauseon High School. Wauseon’s Phoebe Oyer and Arabella Rice, who lost the first set without scoring a point,...
Half-billion-dollar Dayton firm wins $1.7 million in state contacts
The AEG firm won two Ohio Department of Transportation contracts. Exclusive: Woolpert leader touts ‘long-term’ endeavors. Top companies spending with minority businesses in Dayton. Exclusive: Maryland defense firm buys $6M prominent Dayton space.
Cutting-edge aviation firm announces Dayton production to begin soon
A Joby Aviation executive gives updates and discusses a recently acquired facility at a national forum held in Springfield. Find out what this means for Dayton. Dayton-area electric aviation startup expands into third office. Dayton-tied aviation company completes 523-mile emission-free flight. Cutting-edge aviation firm with Dayton-ties makes acquisition. Flying taxi...
Local financial leader appointed to board at Central State University
A local financial leader in Dayton is embarking on his next endeavor this fall. Among his numerous titles, he will now serve at one of the Dayton region's largest universities.<\p> Shon Anderson has recently been appointed by Governor Mike DeWine to serve as a member on the board of trustees at Central State University. Anderson will assume the position in September.<\p>
Vehicle fire reported on Kalbfleisch Road in Middletown
MIDDLETOWN, Ohio — A vehicle fire was reported on Kalbfleisch Road in Middletown Friday morning. It was reported near Mont Drive at 9:10 a.m. Emergency crews are responding to the scene. It is unclear what caused the fire. This story was curated by Hearst's WLWT Alert Desk. For live...
AOTW: Jack McMurry focused on big senior season in the pool
Ed. Note: This concludes the Gazette summer feature series for the Red Devils. This week we look at swimmer Jack McMurry. Jack McMurry had a solid swim season last winter, with a lot of success. The Tipp swimmer is gearing up for what he hopes will be a very special senior season in the pool as he looks to add to his achievements from last year.
Midland Acres announces yearling consignment at Blooded Horse Sale
Bloomingburg, OH — Midland Acres has 18 head cataloged in their Blooded Horse Sale consignment slated for Tuesday (Aug. 27), hosted at the Champions Event Center in Springfield, Ohio. Midland Acres will be offering a wide variety of yearlings by sires representing multiple states including Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Indiana.
Girls soccer: Late Vordemark goal lifts Sidney over Northmont in opener
SIDNEY — Larkyn Vordemark was planning to be in top condition entering her senior season, but she was involved in a car accident a couple of weeks ago and has been working to regain full strength since. While she was a little off at times in a season opener...
'It was really scary;' Miamisburg parents recall stressful school lockdown
MIAMISBURG, Ohio (WKEF) -- A large police presence in the city forced some Miamisburg school's to lock down Friday, Aug 16. Students were unable to leave for hours and parents and guardians had to come sign their child out to take them home. Dayton 24/7 Now's Gwyneth Falloon was outside of Kinder Elementary as parents were picking up their kids.
Harvest Extravaganza scheduled for late September
DARKE COUNTY – The Harvest Extravaganza will take place at 5207 Weavers Ft. Jefferson Rd. between Arcanum and Greenville on Sept. 28 from 10 am to 6 pm and Sept. 29 from 10 am to 5 pm. Over 75 vendors are expected to be on hand, along with live...
Sun sets on Summer Series
HOLLAND – Phil Barone and the Cruisers rocked the gazebo at Springfield’s Summer Series 2024 at Springfield Township’s Homecoming Park on Friday. More than 225 guests gathered to listen to the band and its energetic sets that pumped up the crowd with their tribute to Jim Morrison and the Doors.
Dayton Police urge safe trading practices after social media scam
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) – When buying or selling on social media, the last thing that anyone wants is to be scammed. However, the Dayton Police Department tells us that scams via shopping on social media are very common in our area. The DPD says that almost 100 online scams...
Piqua football plays Northmont to 16-16 tie in scrimmage action
PIQUA — The Piqua football team put on strong showing in its final scrimmage before the regular season begins Friday, playing Northmont to a 16-16 tie in two quarters of varsity action. Senior running back Jericho Burns got the offense off to a fast start and the defense had...
Ohio State Beat Northwestern, 7-6, in 1947 Matchup the Buckeyes Trailed As Time Expired
Ohio State was held scoreless and trailed 6-0 as time expired against Northwestern on Nov. 8, 1947. Yet, somehow, the Buckeyes still came away with a victory. In one of the wildest endings in Ohio State history, the low-scoring affair started slow, with the Buckeyes and Wildcats tied 0-0 at the end of the third quarter. Forty seconds (and two plays) into the fourth quarter, Northwestern's Frank Aschenbrenner scored a touchdown on a two-yard run to finish a 60-yard drive after Ohio State lost a fumble late in the third quarter. But the Wildcats only led 6-0 after a missed extra point by Jim Farrar.
Two sobriety checkpoints active tonight in Miami Valley
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — OVI checkpoints will be active tonight throughout the Miami Valley. Greene County The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSP) announced that a sobriety checkpoint will be in operation tonight in Greene County. The checkpoint will be on Col. Glenn Highway from 9-11 p.m. Nearby saturation patrols will partner with OSP to operate […]
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