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Inside Today’s Edition…
Dayton's largest men's shelter is preparing for its biggest renovation yet.
Cooling centers, splash pads, and free July 4 transit help residents stay safe this week.
Wright State names a new athletic director with deep Ohio roots.
DAYTON DIGEST
🏗️ A fresh start for Dayton's largest men's shelter
Dayton's Shelter for Men is preparing for the first large-scale renovation in its history, a project designed to modernize the facility and improve living conditions for the hundreds of men who rely on its services each year. The renovation will update aging infrastructure while allowing the shelter to continue serving the community. Leaders say the improvements will help create a safer, more dignified space for those experiencing homelessness.
📚 The library challenge that keeps kids reading all summer
The Dayton Metro Library Summer Challenge is back with reading goals, hands-on activities, and prizes for participants of all ages. Families can log books, attend free programs, and earn rewards throughout the summer. It's one of the library's biggest annual efforts to encourage learning long after the school year ends.
🚗 Holiday highways will be busy this weekend
Planning a July Fourth getaway? You'll have plenty of company. More than 3 million Ohioans are expected to travel by car during the holiday period, according to travel projections. Officials recommend leaving extra time for your trip, staying alert, and preparing for heavier traffic across Ohio's highways.
The forecast is sizzling. Here's where Dayton is keeping things cool.
Summer is turning up the heat, and Dayton is expected to see temperatures in the 90s for much of the week, with heat index values pushing conditions even higher. In response, the City of Dayton has opened cooling centers and splash pads, giving residents free places to cool off while the hot weather sticks around. Officials are encouraging everyone to stay hydrated, take breaks from the sun during the hottest hours, and check on family members, neighbors, and others who may need extra help in the heat. Splash pads are also a great option for families looking to stay active without spending the day indoors. It may be a hot week, but a little planning and a cool place to recharge can make summer a lot more enjoyable.
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Are you a Gem City Genius?
How well do you really know the city you call home?
What Dayton-area city served as the county seat of Greene County and has a historic downtown with preserved 19th-century architecture?
Scroll to the bottom for the answer!
SOUND BITES
Your weekend guide to live music and karaoke across Dayton.
June 30, Tuesday
Karaoke with Rainey Day Entertainment
The Barrel House | 7:00 PM
July 01, Wednesday
Open Mic Night with Junior
The Dublin's Pub | 7:00 PM
Mojohand, Visitor
The Hidden Gem Music Club | 7:00 PM
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OTHER EVENTS
The best things happening in Dayton Tuesday to Wednesday: festivals, markets, pop-ups, and more.
Want more details on any of these?
Whether you're looking for upcoming festivals, live music, family days out, or weekend markets, our Events Calendar has you covered!
CITY HALL
Planning to head out for Independence Day festivities?
The Greater Dayton RTA will once again offer free rides on July 4, giving residents a convenient and safe way to travel to celebrations throughout the region. The annual program aims to make holiday travel easier while encouraging safer transportation options.
Got a pet who brightens your days?
We love celebrating the furry (and feathered, and scaled!) friends that make our Dayton community so special.
WEATHER WATCH
GAME HIGHLIGHTS
Wright State University has selected Derek van der Merwe as its next athletic director. He previously served as athletic director at the University of South Dakota and has held leadership roles at several collegiate athletic programs, including Arizona, Louisville, Central Michigan, and Western Michigan. University leaders say his experience in fundraising, student-athlete success, and athletics administration made him the right choice to lead the Raiders' athletic department moving forward.
Genius Unlocked - The Reveal
Xenia.
Located about 15 miles east of Dayton, Xenia was devastated by a tornado in 1974 and rebuilt much of its downtown, creating a mix of historic and mid-20th-century commercial buildings.
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