Happy weekend, Dayton! In today’s happening-today edition: Route 35 safety plan, inaugural Black rodeo, and concerts by candlelight + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Planning a safer crossing: Dayton is gathering input on the Revive Route 35 project to improve safety and access across the highway. A public meeting will be held July 1 as planning begins -- see the Route 35 plan.
Artist members get spotlight: The Contemporary Dayton is inviting current members to propose solo shows for its 2026–27 Member’s Spotlight series, curated by Heather Jones. Submissions close July 15, with notifications August 1 -- see how to apply.
Future nurses get training: Ohio’s 15% nursing shortage has partners training nearly 50 high schoolers this summer at Miami Valley Hospital. Wright State and Premier Health offer hands-on experiences that could shape Dayton’s caregivers -- meet the nursing trainees.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
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Camp without the commute: If you’ve got a rig and zero patience for long drives, Green Valley RV Park keeps it simple, clean, and friendly. Perfect for a quick reset, an easy staycation, or a no-fuss spot for visiting family who show up with their own tiny house on wheels.
Dial in your swing: Whether you’re dodging summer storms or just want to actually see your ball data, SGN Golf lets you book a bay with friends, put on your playlist, and grind on that wedge game. It feels local, friendly, and low pressure... perfect for a quick nine without burning half a day.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🌿 Native Plant Sale @ Marianist Environmental Education Center (Beavercreek) | Saturday (6/20) at 8:00 AM – Nothing beats stocking your yard with the good stuff, straight from Mount Saint John native plants, no fussy nativars, just the real deal. Over 100 species for sun, shade, wet, or dry, plus experts who speak fluent butterfly. Shrubs are $20, plugs $5, gallons $15, pollinators included.
🚗 GDCC Annual Corvette Car Show @ Hollywood Gaming | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Annual Corvette takeover is back, shifting gears to a new spot with more elbow room, better amenities, and space to admire every chrome curve without bumping a lawn chair. Expect rows of pristine fiberglass, proud owners, and that unmistakable rumble that makes coffee unnecessary.
🎉 Drew Ogletree’s Community Fun Day @ Northridge Local Schools | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – Dayton does summer right with a free community bash at Northridge High, featuring football drills, haircuts, games, face painting, a dunk tank, autographs, and special guests. Free lunch while it lasts, and enough small-town swagger to make Friday Night Lights blush.
🐎 Dayton Ohio’s Inaugural Black Rodeo @ Welcome Stadium | Saturday (6/20) at 12:00 PM – Who knew you could get rodeo thrills without leaving 937. Dayton’s inaugural Black Rodeo brings a full show, family-friendly activities, and a big-hearted salute to Black Western heritage, community, and grit. Boots optional, curiosity encouraged.
🎨 Paint-A-Park @ Wesleyan MetroPark | Saturday (6/20) at 1:00 PM – Trade your to-do list for a paintbrush and make some art at Wesleyan MetroPark with Five Rivers MetroParks. They loan the supplies, you wander, soak up summer light, and add your masterpiece to a digital gallery. Free, all ages, weather willing.
🕯 Dayton: Concerts by Candlelight @ Dayton | Saturday (6/20) at 7:00 PM – Skip the stadium echo and let a sea of candles do the lighting. Whether you’re team Vivaldi, Taylor, or secretly Metallica, these intimate sets turn Dayton’s historic halls into glowing salons, with string players making familiar hits sound brand new.
🦞 Seafood Fest @ The Brightside | Sunday (6/21) at 11:00 AM – Father’s Day calls for butter, not neckties. The Brightside’s Seafood Fest brings Maine lobster, rolls, and sunny summer vibes, all without leaving Dayton. Give Dad the feast he actually wants, and you get bragging rights, a full belly, and zero grill duty. Live music & entertainment:
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06 — The Dayton report Weather forecastToday — High: 81°F — Low: 61°F — Precip: 23%
A slight chance of rain showers between 11am and 4pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 81. West wind 3 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 61. Northwest wind 1 to 12 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 82°F — Low: 66°F — Precip: 53%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2pm and 5pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 82. Southeast wind 1 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a low around 66. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible. This house is wildThis classic all-brick ranch in Dayton’s 45459 zip code delivers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and nearly 2,000 square feet of easy single-story living. A brand new 2026 roof and 2021 windows handle the heavy lifting, while a cozy fireplace, attached 2-car garage, patio, and roomy 0.41-acre yard add comfort, charm, and everyday practicality.
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