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Rise and shine, Dayton!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: Airport restaurant refresh, a push to boost dog adoptions, and The Price Is Right Live + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Dayton protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Effort to increase dog adoptions: A three-month pilot is underway at the Montgomery County Animal Resource Center, partnering with local groups to ease crowding, fund medical needs, and streamline rescues, with monthly reports tracking progress — see how the program works.
Bigger flavors for travelers: Dayton’s airport is getting a $2 million restaurant refresh. New spots will open in phases in June and July, with an expanded Dunkin’ and the remaining additions planned by October — get the timeline and details.
Support for moderate-income homeowners: Dayton will launch the Issue 6 Home Repair Revolving Loan pilot this month, offering 0% interest five-year loans for critical exterior fixes in four neighborhoods, with expansion planned next year — see how and when to apply.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Bowls that fix Mondays: When the week demands warm, fragrant comfort, Wat Da Pho delivers deeply savory pho, zesty vermicelli bowls, and a generous vegetarian lineup. It’s an easy, low-fuss staple for your rotation when you want cozy without dull, weeknight-friendly without hassle.
Fabric fix, found locally: When your project needs fresh color or a quick notion run, Quilt ‘n Stuff has shelves of quilting cottons, kits, pre-cuts, and handy tools, plus a few one-of-a-kind gifts. Dash in, spark ideas, then get back to stitching without derailing your week.
Classic diner cravings: When pancakes call and a patty melt calls louder, George’s Family Restaurant serves scratch-made comfort with the friendly buzz that turns quick bites into linger-longer chats. For a no-fuss, everyone’s-happy meal with true Dayton flavor, this classic spot keeps cravings satisfied without pretense.
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🤝 Charity Bingo with Ronald McDonald House @ Yellow Cab Tavern | Tuesday (3/10) at 6:30 PM – Think your lucky numbers still have it? Play charity bingo benefiting Ronald McDonald House, $5 donation per board, and enjoy all the satisfaction of shouting BINGO without the smoky hall. Bring your dauber, your dry wit, and feel-good vibes, the real win is helping families.
🍽 Women of Influence Luncheon @ Dayton Convention Center | Thursday (3/12) at 11:30 AM – Power lunch with actual power. YWCA Dayton’s Women of Influence Luncheon is feting six hometown heavy hitters, from DCDC’s Debbie Blunden Diggs to Levitt Pavilion’s Lisa Wagner, plus a Lifetime Achievement nod to Vicki Giambrone. Expect inspiration, applause, and the good kind of goosebumps.
🏓 St. Paddle’s Day Pickleball Tournament @ The Greater Dayton Recreation Center At Roosevelt Commons | Friday (3/13) at 11:00 AM – Swap the green beer for green gear and join Dayton Rec’s St. Paddle’s Day pickleball shenanigans, open to every skill level. Five bucks gets you random-draw teams, three round-robin games, prizes for winners and best-dressed, and a chance to flex your Irish luck, not ego.
♻ 2-Day Thrift Tour & Flip Workshop @ Artisans at Harrington House (Beavercreek) | Saturday (3/14) at 8:30 AM – Grab a seat on the thrift bus for a two-day hunt-and-flip adventure, part workshop, part party bus, all fun. Learn to spot the gems, then revive them with guidance, materials, and lunch included. Tiny group, special intro pricing, and yes, bring that odd lamp.
🧶 Project Linus Work Day @ Lofino Plaza (Beavercreek) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Community looks like yarn, fleece, and caffeine, all pointed at comfort for local kids. Swing by Lofino Plaza for Project Linus’s second-Saturday stitch-and-sort, bring blankets, a travel mug, a sewing machine, or just curiosity, and help label, prep fleece, and swap tips.
🛍 Collectibles Shopping Spree Show @ The Mall at Fairfield Commons (Beavercreek) | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Fairfield Commons is turning into a treasure hunt, with dealers from multiple states setting up shop. Expect cards, comics, vintage toys, and those “I had one of these” moments. Enter near BJ’s, Chuy’s, and Tokyo Grill, browse guilt free, then grab lunch.
💰 The Price Is Right Live @ Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center at Dayton Live | Sunday (3/15) at 7:00 PM – Schuster Center night means one thing, Come On Down energy without the TV glare. Play Plinko, spin the Big Wheel, maybe swap your toaster for a car. Finally, a place you can shout one dollar, and people will clap.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Dayton report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 70°F – Low: 56°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 70. Southwest wind 6 to 14 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 56. South wind around 10 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 75°F – Low: 65°F – Precip: 18%
A slight chance of rain between 8am and 5pm, then a slight chance of thunderstorms and a slight chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 75. Southwest wind 7 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of thunderstorms and a slight chance of rain before 8pm, then a chance of rain and a slight chance of thunderstorms between 8pm and 11pm, then a chance of thunderstorms and a chance of rain between 11pm and 2am, then rain and a chance of thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
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