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The Montgomery County Community Harvest Fest is this Saturday.

Montgomery County Community Harvest Fest soon

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – The Montgomery County Community Harvest Fest is this Saturday. It will be held at the Employment Opportunity Center, Saturday, Oct. 18, from noon to 5 p.m. “The Communit…

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 53m

The Boonshoft Museum of Discovery will celebrate International Sloth Day this Saturday.

Meet Patience, a two-toed sloth, at Dayton’s Boonshoft Museum soon

Previous sloth coverage above. DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – The Boonshoft Museum of Discovery will celebrate International Sloth Day this Saturday. Patience, the two-toed sloth, will be at the museum’s Ca…

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 1h

More information has come to light regarding the situation which led up to the Tuesday night non-deadly, accidental shooting.

Man accidentally shoots his leg after teens allegedly steal golden necklace

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – More information has come to light regarding the situation which led up to the Tuesday night non-deadly, accidental shooting. The shooting happened at approximately 9:15 p.m. …

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 1h

Huber Heights is building connections between residents and city leadership through its free Cups and Conversation sessions.

Meet Huber Heights’ mayor and city manager at casual event

Previous Huber Heights coverage above. DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – Huber Heights is building connections between residents and city leadership through its free Cups and Conversation sessions. The next se…

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 2h

A local eatery will be closed temporarily as it addresses maintenance concerns.

Local Dairy Queen closed for ‘maintenance’

A local eatery will be closed temporarily as it makes repairs. A sign on the exterior of the Dairy Queen on East Dorothy Lane in Kettering says that the restaurant will be closed “due to main…

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 2h

The Department of Justice says it has seized the most money it’s ever recovered in one action in targeting the founder of a Cambodian conglomerate accused in a massive cryptocurrency scam.

DOJ seizes about $15B in bitcoin in ‘pig butchering’ bust

The Department of Justice says its seized the most money it’s ever recovered in one action.

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 3h

Border Patrol agents were involved in a Tuesday car chase that ended in dozens of protesters being sprayed with tear gas and two arrests in a Chicago neighborhood amid the Trump administration’s crackdown on crime.

Border Patrol chase ends in arrest, tear gas deployed on Chicago protesters

Border Patrol agents were involved in a Tuesday car chase that ended in dozens of protesters being sprayed with tear gas and two arrests in a Chicago neighborhood amid the Trump administration̵…

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 4h

The Winter Crisis Program, which helps keep local families warm throughout the winter, will start soon.

Winter Crisis Program will aid families with heating costs

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – The Winter Crisis Program, which helps keep local families warm throughout the winter, will start soon. The Community Assistance Program is run through a partnership between t…

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 4h

The State Department has revoked the visas of six foreign nationals, citing comments on social media about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

State Department revokes 6 visas over Charlie Kirk comments

The six individuals were identified as from Argentina, South Africa, Mexico, Brazil, Germany and Paraguay.

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 5h

The Beavercreek Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a woman who allegedly fraudulently returned items to Walmart.

Beavercreek police seek public help in Walmart fraud case

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – The Beavercreek Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a woman who allegedly fraudulently returned items to Walmart. Photo via the Beavercreek Police…

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 5h

The occupant of a residence in Sidney was safely evacuated after flames sparked in the attic early Wednesday morning.

Sidney attic fire displaces occupant, tags $25K in damages

The occupant of a residence in Sidney was safely evacuated after flames sparked in the attic early Wednesday morning. According to a spokesperson for the city of Sidney, the city’s Department…

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 6h

Two individuals were arrested recently after allegedly stealing loaves of bread, pounds of bacon, hotdogs and a whole refrigerator worth of other cold items.

Alleged ‘hamburglars’ jailed after reported freezer break-in

Two individuals were arrested recently after allegedly stealing loaves of bread, pounds of bacon, hotdogs and a whole refrigerator worth of other cold items. Union City Police Department said on We…

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 6h

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 7h

Montgomery County Hazmat was dispatched Wednesday morning after smoke was seen rising from underneath a manhole cover.

Smoke from manhole cover prompts Hazmat, AES response

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Montgomery County Hazmat was dispatched Wednesday morning after smoke was seen rising from underneath a manhole cover. According to Dayton Fire Department Captain Matt S…

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 9h

A local veteran is turning her life experiences into stories that inspire.
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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 10h

A man arrested in a “horrendous” robbery and assault on an Amish man and his young son had been recently paroled from prison, authorities said Tuesday.

Amish family ‘victimized’ in Middlefield Township armed robbery, child abduction attempt

Three suspects “victimized” an Amish family in their home and business last week, robbing them and attempting to abduct a child, according to authorities.

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 10h

When thousands of runners take to the starting line for the Columbus Marathon, some will be running the 26.2 miles for the first time. Others, maybe their second or third time.

Columbus man prepares for his 100th marathon this weekend

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — When thousands of runners take to the starting line for the Columbus Marathon, some will be running the 26.2 miles for the first time. Others, maybe their second or third ti…

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 11h

Blue Sky Coffee is offering free coffee to anyone who has been affected by the furlough.

Blue Sky Coffee offers free drip to those affected by furlough

FAIRBORN, Ohio (WDTN) – Blue Sky Coffee is offering free coffee to anyone who has been affected by the furlough. In a Facebook post, the coffee shop wrote that the furlough has affected many famili…

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 12h

United Way of Clark, Champaign, and Madison counties announced that father-daughter duo Phil Teusink and Ally Thurman will lead the 2026 Clark County United Way campaign as co-chairs.

Father-daughter duo become co-chairs of Clark County United Way

SPRINGFIELD, Ohio (WDTN) – United Way of Clark, Champaign, and Madison counties announced that father-daughter duo Phil Teusink and Ally Thurman will lead the 2026 Clark County United Way campaign …

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 17h

Kettering Health, Premier Health, and Dayton Children’s Hospital, in collaboration with local colleges, held a launch ceremony to celebrate the start of a new collaborative mental health program for college students on Friday, Oct. 10.

Local hospitals and schools collaborate on mental health program

MORAINE, Ohio (WDTN) – Kettering Health, Premier Health, and Dayton Children’s Hospital, in collaboration with local colleges, held a launch ceremony to celebrate the start of a new collaborative m…

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 18h

Wittenberg University will celebrate the inauguration of its 16th president, Dr. Christian Brady, at 3 p.m., Friday, Oct. 17.

Wittenberg University celebrates inauguration of 16th president

The video above features previous coverage on Wittenberg University. SPRINGFIELD, Ohio (WDTN) – Wittenberg University will celebrate the inauguration of its 16th president, Dr. Christian Brady, at …

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 18h

In celebration of National Farmer Appreciation Day, which was on Sunday, Oct. 12, Spirit EMS employees spent their day thanking farmers for their tireless work.

Spirit EMS delivered gifts to farmers for National Farmer Appreciation Day

SHELBY COUNTY, Ohio (WDTN) – In celebration of National Farmer Appreciation Day, which was on Sunday, Oct. 12, Spirit EMS employees spent their day thanking farmers for their tireless work. Two tea…

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 19h

A solar energy and battery storage project has been proposed for Urbana Township.

Urbana Twp. to host meeting for proposed solar energy & battery storage project

URBANA TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WDTN) – A solar energy and battery storage project has been proposed for Urbana Township. According to our partners at the Urbana Daily Citizen, the project, which has been d…

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 19h

Through its Aspire High School Equivalency Program, Clark State is helping students to build the skills and confidence they need to successfully pass the GED exam.

Clark State offers free GED prep courses

SPRINGFIELD, Ohio (WDTN) – Clark State is offering free GED prep courses for adults who have not yet earned a high school diploma. Through its Aspire High School Equivalency Program, Clark State is…

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WDTN @wdtn2.bsky.social · 20h

The Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost recently spoke before the House Judiciary Committee in support of House Bill 36, which would permit the use of nitrogen hypoxia for executions.

Ohio Attorney General supports nitrogen hypoxia for executions

Reader discretion is advised, as this article discusses methods of capital punishment. Previous coverage on nitrogen executions above. DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – The Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost rece…

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