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Nearly 100 backpacks disappeared in 90 minutes behind a Dayton nonprofit.
The Foodbank hosts a free distribution Thursday, Oct. 15 at the fairgrounds.
Wright State bowling just landed its highest preseason ranking ever.
PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
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DAYTON DIGEST
🏗️ From Zoo Grounds to Job Center
Montgomery County unveiled a sign on October 8 at 4200 Forest Park Drive in Harrison Twp., marking the future home of a $40 million Job and Training Center. The building will cover 140,000 to 160,000 square feet on 40 acres the county closed on in August, land that once held a zoo, an amusement park and later Forest Park Plaza. The county approved a $3 million design contract with Levin Porter Architects, and state and county leaders, including commission president Carolyn Rice, described the project as having a “generational impact.” Until it opens, services run through the Business Solutions Center, the Employment Opportunity Center and Southview Center.
🎓 A First in 176 Years at UD
The University of Dayton Board of Trustees named Darlene Weaver the school’s 20th president, the first woman to hold the office in its 176-year history. Weaver has served as UD’s provost and executive vice president for academic affairs since July 2023, and she is an ethicist and moral theologian with 25 years in Catholic higher education. She holds degrees from Carnegie Mellon, Yale and the University of Chicago, and she previously taught at Duquesne and Villanova. She takes office July 1, succeeding Eric F. Spina, who retires June 30.
🍎 Produce, Drumsticks and Pet Food on Thursday
The Foodbank Inc. will help host a free food distribution at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds on Thursday, October 15 from 10 a.m. to noon. Residents can take home fresh produce and chicken drumsticks, and pet owners can pick up cat and dog food. A mobile health clinic will be on site offering flu shots, blood pressure screenings, A1C tests and help establishing primary care. Enter the fairgrounds from Infirmary Road onto Birdland Avenue.
Dayton Nonprofit Hands Out Nearly 100 Backpacks Filled With Essentials
The Change Agency distributed nearly 100 backpacks filled with essential supplies to Dayton residents in need, running out of bags in just 90 minutes. Each backpack included hygiene products, snacks, and winter accessories to help people experiencing homelessness, struggling with substance use, or seeking community assistance. Gilbert Dillard, a peer support supervisor who drew on his own experience with homelessness and addiction, helped organize the giveaway to provide everyday necessities to neighbors.
Beyond distributing supplies, The Change Agency connects people with housing assistance, medical care, mental health support, and recovery resources. Nurse supervisor Nicole Zale said the organization aims to help people facing addiction and mental health challenges while reducing stigma and supporting recovery. Community members can support its ongoing outreach by donating clothing and shoes seven days a week through The Change Agency
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SOUND BITES
Your weekend guide to live music and karaoke across Dayton.
October 13, Tuesday
Live at Three
Dayton Arcade | 3:00 PM
Open Mic NIght with Junior
The Dublin Pub | 7:00 PM
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OTHER EVENTS
The best things happening in Dayton Tuesday to Wednesday: festivals, markets, pop-ups, and more.
October 13, Tuesday
Week 3: Montgomery County Community Blood Drive - Bella Sorella Pizza
1405 Esther Price Way, Englewood | 3:30PM-6:30PM
Tai Chi & Qigong at the River
RiverScape MetroPark | 6:00 PM
Trivia with a Twist
The Dublin Pub | 7:00 PM
Trivia Night
Jayne's On Main | 7:00 PM
Trivia Night
Trolley Stop | 7:30 PM
October 14, Wednesday
Week 3: Montgomery County Community Blood Drive - The city of West Carrollton
300 East Central Avenue, West Carrollton | 11:00AM-3:00PM
Week 3: Montgomery County Community Blood Drive - Brookville Community
545 Upper Lewisburg Salem Road, Brookville | 12:30PM-6:30PM
Week 3: Montgomery County Community Blood Drive - Centerville Police Department
155 West Spring Valley Pike, Centerville | 3:30PM-7:30PM
Bootcamp
RiverScape MetroPark | 6:00 PM
Music Bingo with Tim Yrock
Moe Harrigan’s Tavern | 7:00 PM
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!
Novelty Gun Lighters Are Out in January
The Dayton City Commission passed the Novelty Gun Lighter Prohibition Act, which bans lighters designed to resemble guns and takes effect January 1, 2027. The measure appeared on the commission’s September 23 agenda, which said leaders advanced it in the interest of protecting children and residents, and the Dayton Police Department and its designees will handle enforcement. Mayor Shenise Turner-Sloss said the city will focus on education and a public awareness campaign before enforcement begins, and that the ordinance is modeled after Ohio’s Tamir Rice Act.
WEATHER WATCH
GAME HIGHLIGHTS
Wright State women’s bowling sits at No. 11 in the 2026-27 NTCA Preseason Coaches Poll, the highest preseason ranking in program history. The Raiders drew 779 points from 38 voting coaches, moving up two spots from No. 13 in the final 2025-26 poll and landing 15 points ahead of No. 12 Newman University. Head coach Jeff Fleck is in his 22nd season, and all 10 bowlers on the roster are from Ohio, led by seniors Alli Shattuck, Mia Sayles, Emma Hatfield, Jasmine Schulze and Rylie Jeanneret.
Next game: Wright State will compete at the Chelsea Gilliam Penguin Classic at Holiday Bowl in Struthers, Ohio on Friday, Oct. 16 through Sunday, Oct. 18.
Genius Unlocked - The Reveal
The Dayton Ballet.
Founded in 1937, it is consistently cited as one of the oldest continuously operating regional ballet companies in America.
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