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Beavercreek
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Greene County moving toward sales tax request on November ballot to build jail
One person was taken to the hospital after a vehicle crashed into the Fairborn Veterans Memorial in downtown early Saturday morning, police said. NICK BLIZZARD/STAFF
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3 wrecks kill Dayton pair, injure Beavercreek motorcyclist, damage Fairborn veterans site
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Man, girl on motorcycle critically injured in rear-end crash in Clark County
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Business
Office development to transform former Elder-Beerman at Mall at Fairfield Commons
Bellbrook
Bellbrook Intermediate released their students after the first day of school Monday August 17, 2020 JIM NOELKER/STAFF
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Software engineer is latest appointee to Bellbrook school board
A businessman cited by police with aggravated menacing and a former superintendent are among the candidates for a vacant board of education seat. FILE
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NEW DETAILS: John Stafford, retired superintendent seek vacant school board seat
Michael Edward Lawrence
Crime & Law
Records: Bellbrook man released from jail day before robbery attempt at Xenia UDF
Daniel Curtis Howard
Crime & Law
Bellbrook man convicted after receiving pound of meth in the mail
Brookville
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Men alleged to have tried to meet underage boys for sex get treatment instead of jail
This waterway in Harrison Twp. between Main St. and the Stillwater River is approved to receive USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service grants to remove tree debris from the Memorial Day tornados in 2019. JIM NOELKER/STAFF
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Federal grants to clear local waterways of tornado tree debris
Jonathan David Pearson
Crime & Law
Brookville man sentenced to prison in child pornography case
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Local Traffic
I-70 east reopens after two crashes reported near Brookville
Centerville
Centerville's Gabe Cupps shoots and scores during the second half of Wednesday night's Division I region semifinal at Princeton High School. Cupps scored 16 points to help the Elks defeat Cincinnati Elder 52-43. Jeff Gilbert/CONTRIBUTED
Sports
Centerville standout gets offer from Flyers
Montgomery County replaced a 67-year-old bridge at West Whipp Road and Seton Hill Street near a Centerville City Schools elementary. CONTRIBUTED
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Whipp Road reopens after critical bridge work
A proposed entertainment district in Centerville includes 113 acres that covers about 11 blocks around the intersection of Ohio 48, or Main Street, and Franklin Street. The area also includes Centerville’s Architectural Preservation District. MARSHALL GORBY/STAFF
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Entertainment district push to help businesses raises Centerville traffic, history...
Centerville sophomore point guard Gabe Cupps during a game earlier this season. Jeff Gilbert/CONTRIBUTED
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High school basketball: Recruitment heating up for Centerville’s Cupps
Clayton
This waterway in Harrison Twp. between Main St. and the Stillwater River is approved to receive USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service grants to remove tree debris from the Memorial Day tornados in 2019. JIM NOELKER/STAFF
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Federal grants to clear local waterways of tornado tree debris
The city of Clayton announced water will be shut off for briefs times for three days in order to for a new line to be added. CONTRIBUTED.
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Clayton approves changes intended to make developments easier, allow mixed uses
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Dayton man killed in weekend crash in Clayton
Moraine employees dump out unused pills turned in by residents on National Prescription Drug Take Back Day in 2018, FILE PHOTO
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Dayton
The makings of a great party at The Dayton Art Institute. Bernstein's Facebook photo
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Dayton-area caterer brings on new events producer
Dayton could get a DIY skatepark on old tennis courts in the McCook Field area. CORNELIUS FROLIK / STAFF
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Old tennis courts could get new life as a skatepark
Several organizations will team up to promote COVID-19 vaccinations as part of a community health fair Wednesday at the DeSoto Bass Court Apartments, 811 Oldfield Ave. CHRIS STEWART / STAFF
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Community organizations promoting COVID vaccines at Dayton health fair
Dayton Police Chief, Richard Biehl talks to the press Monday May 24, 2021 at the city hall council chambers. JIM NOELKER/STAFF
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Dayton’s search for new police chief gets underway
Englewood
Bart Brandon Ely
Crime & Law
Police: Serial bank robbery suspect jailed in Montgomery County
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Police: Robber passes threatening note to Englewood Fifth Third Bank teller
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Woman indicted, accused of sexually assaulting 17-year-old girl in Englewood
This waterway in Harrison Twp. between Main St. and the Stillwater River is approved to receive USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service grants to remove tree debris from the Memorial Day tornados in 2019. JIM NOELKER/STAFF
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Federal grants to clear local waterways of tornado tree debris
Fairborn
Wright State University honored nearly 1,900 graduating students over the course of four spring commencement ceremonies on April 30 and May 1 in the Wright State Nutter Center.
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Wright State extends scholarship deadline for first-year students
American Rescue Plan Act funds totaling nearly $7 million are set to be accepted by Kettering City Council tonight. NICK BLIZZARD/STAFF
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Kettering to prioritize how to spend $6.9M in COVID-19 American Rescue Plan Act funds
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Wright State to reduce on-campus housing costs by about one-third
Wright State University honored nearly 1,900 graduating students over the course of four spring commencement ceremonies on April 30 and May 1 in the Wright State Nutter Center. FILE
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Wright State approves additional financial help for students
Huber Heights
Amy Michelle Kurrek, left, and Larry Wayne Pitts II
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2 charged in weekend shooting at Huber Heights apartment complex
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Former Buckeye Braxton Miller enjoying next phase of life
Wayne sophomore Lawrent Rice scores during the first half of Friday night's 43-39 victory at Miamisburg. Rice scored the winning basket with 4.5 seconds left. Jeff Gilbert/CONTRIBUTED
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Ohio State offer surprises Wayne’s Rice
Construction crews began work on the I-70 east ramp to I-75 north in March. Weather-related delays resulted in the closure being extended through Friday, June 11, 2021. MARSHALL GORBY\STAFF
Local Traffic
Weather extends I-70 ramp to I-75 closure another week
Kettering
Georgia-based human rights organization New Order held a protest outside Capri Lanes, 2727 S. Dixie Dr. Wednesday morning. Protestors called for a boycott of the establishment after an incident occurred earlier this month where a man was charged for throwing a bowling ball at the face of an employee. They said the incident was started by the employee and was racially motivated. Kettering Police arrived at the location and the protest was broken up as it was taking place on Capri Lanes property. A person from the business told protestors he had no comment as the demonstration was being broken up. MARSHALL GORBY\STAFF
Crime & Law
Activists protest outside Kettering bowling alley
Joe Wanamaker is the second Kettering City Councilman to resign this year. FILE
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Longtime Kettering city councilman resigns, creating 2nd vacancy on board
American Rescue Plan Act funds totaling nearly $7 million are set to be accepted by Kettering City Council tonight. NICK BLIZZARD/STAFF
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Kettering to prioritize how to spend $6.9M in COVID-19 American Rescue Plan Act funds
A fact finder is recommending a three-year agreement between a Kettering firefighters union and the city. FILE
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Fact finder calls for 3-year deal between Kettering firefighters’ union, city
Lebanon
Lebanon City Council approved expanding the boundaries of the city's DORA boundaries. FILE PHOTO
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Lebanon expands outdoor drinking district boundaries to match proposed entertainment area
Michael Cope, left, takes the oath of office from City Attorney Mark Yurick after he was selected to fill a vacant seat on Lebanon City Council. Cope will fill the unexpired term of former councilwoman Krista Wyatt who resigned last month. ED RICHTER/STAFF
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Lebanon council fills vacant seat
Charm at the Farm Vintage Market will be celebrating its fifth anniversary with over a hundred vendors, food trucks, unique photo opportunities and a charity initiative this weekend from June 11-13.
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Lebanon City Council began reviewing the applications and resumes of several residents who are interested in a six-month appointment to council. Council met in executive session Tuesday to discuss the applicants to complete former councilwoman Krista Wyatt's unexpired term. The city charter requires council to fill the vacancy within 30 days. ED RICHTER/STAFF
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15 residents apply for vacant seat on Lebanon City Council
Miamisburg
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Animal shelters see an uptick in abandoned, returned dogs
The end of the Lyons Road bridge over Holes Creek in Washington Twp. has been supported on temporary jacks for several years, according to the county. CONTRIBUTED
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Bridge work to close part of road near Centerville, cause traffic detours on state routes
A Montgomery County Common Pleas Court judge’s ruling on an arbitrator’s decision to reinstate Doug Hesler has been upheld, records show. FILE
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Dayton appeals court upholds ruling to reinstate fired Miami Twp. police officer
Colliers International image of the large industrial site at 8801 Kingsridge Drive.
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Miami Twp. building sells for $7 million
Moraine
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Crime & Law
Dayton man accused of selling meth near Austin Landing pleads guilty
The township has approved an agreement for fiber-based internet services. FILE
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Miami Twp. OKs deal to join suburban network for faster internet
A Georgia-based business has announced a joint effort to expand its fiber broadband network to communities in the Miami Valley Communications Council. FILE
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Business joins Dayton-area suburban fiber optics network to expand internet options
The Rev. Patrick Dell'Aria, pastor of Moraine Heights Baptist Church and chaplain for Miami Twp. Police Department, talks with police officers, Wednesday, May 12, 2021. MARSHALL GORBY/STAFF
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Rally aims to show support of local police officers
Oakwood
Crews continue to repave Ohio 48 in Kettering, a $1.2 million Ohio Department of Transportation project covering about 1.5 miles. Jim Noelker/Staff
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ODOT Ohio 48 work in Kettering causing traffic delays
Ron, 90, and Faye, 88, Duncan posing for a photo at a Christmas celebration.
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True love still exists: Dayton couple celebrates 70th wedding anniversary
State Rep. Andrea White, R-Kettering, represents House District 41, which includes Centerville, Kettering, Oakwood and portions of Dayton and Riverside.
Crime & Law
Kettering state rep introduces Ohio crime victims ‘bill of rights’
Oakwood City Council is considering placing a 2.72-mill renewal levy before voters Nov. 2. FILE
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Oakwood seeking to put tax levy renewal before voters
Springboro
This is an artist's rendition of a restaurant that is being planned for the $256 million Easton Farms mixed-use development. CONTRIBUTED/DILLIN LLC
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Easton Farm’s $265M project heads to council in August
The Warren County SWAT team will be training Wednesday June 23 at Springboro Intermediate School. School officials said this is scenario-based training exercises and will not utilize flash-bangs or live fire. FILE PHOTO
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Warren County SWAT training planned Wednesday for Springboro school
Warren County to close portion of Lytle-Five Points Road this week for roundabout construction. STAFF
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Road near Springboro to close for one week due to roundabout construction
Springboro Intermediate School was previously known as Clearcreek High School. Patricia McCandless, who taught high school English there from 1961 to 1969, left an estate of nearly $500,000 to the Springboro Schools for student scholarships. The school district received the gift in May and have been working to learn more about this former teacher who left the district 53 years ago. FILE PHOTO The 11-year-old student charged in Warren County’s latest school threat case was riding home on a bus Friday from Springboro Intermediate School. STAFF / LAWRENCE BUDD
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Former teacher leaves nearly $500K estate to Springboro Schools for scholarships
Trotwood
Joshua M. Marcum
Crime & Law
Trotwood man indicted on multiple rape charges
This waterway in Harrison Twp. between Main St. and the Stillwater River is approved to receive USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service grants to remove tree debris from the Memorial Day tornados in 2019. JIM NOELKER/STAFF
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Federal grants to clear local waterways of tornado tree debris
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Crime & Law
Trotwood woman who stole $200K in Social Security, COVID stimulus sent to prison, ordered
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Montgomery County plans to bridge broadband gaps
Troy
Bart Brandon Ely
Crime & Law
Police: Serial bank robbery suspect jailed in Montgomery County
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Crime & Law
Men alleged to have tried to meet underage boys for sex get treatment instead of jail
Miss South Central Ohio Lora Current was crowned Miss Ohio 2021 June 19 by outgoing Miss Ohio Caroline Grace Williams.
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Troy Christian HS grad crowned 2021 Miss Ohio
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Crime & Law
Troy police officer fired after investigation of excessive force, city says
Vandalia
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I-75 north reopens in Vandalia after truck hauling camper rolls onto its side
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Local Traffic
I-70 E ramp to I-75 N reopens after three months for safety upgrades
Construction crews began work on the I-70 east ramp to I-75 north in March. Weather-related delays resulted in the closure being extended through Friday, June 11, 2021. MARSHALL GORBY\STAFF
Local Traffic
Weather extends I-70 ramp to I-75 closure another week
Ja'Nae Fletcher - Meadowdale Salutatorian Ja’Nae is Salutatorian of Meadowdale High School-Career Technical Center. Next year, she plans to attend Central State University to major in Human Biology or Health Sciences. Her long-term career goal is to be a General Surgeon
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Waynesville
Resident Robert Cross expresses his concerns from the podium to Waynesville Village Council Monday about a new ordinance that would regulate short term rentals under 30 days through companies such as Air BnB. After a lengthy discussion, council agreed to make some tweaks in the proposed ordinance. Council intends to vote on the ordinance at its June 21 meeting. ED RICHTER/STAFF
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Waynesville closer to regulating Airbnb homes in village
Jose Eulalio Marquez Paguay
Crime & Law
Dayton man sentenced to year in prison in Warren County OVI crash
James Sharp
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Six area students named Army, Navy and Air Force academy appointees
Tommy E. Abner
Crime & Law
Miamisburg man sentenced for crash that killed Waynesville woman
West Carrollton
West Carrollton Civic Center
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West Carrollton aims to sell properties to ‘infuse new energy’ into neighborhoods
West Carrollton Civic Center
West Carrollton
West Carrollton extends tax filing deadline
West Carrollton Fire Department swore in four full-time firefighter/EMTs on Tuesday, April 13, 2021. The new hires, Dennis Mays, Kyle Norman, Michael VanSkoyck and Mikayla Zonker, have previously worked for the department on a part-time basis.
West Carrollton
West Carrollton expands fire department staffing as part of levy promise
Xenia
Greene County Deputy Albert Smith leaves the courthouse Thursday June 24, 2021. The Greene County Municipal Court canceled its Thursday docket. Jim Noelker/Staff
Xenia
Greene County court docket postponed amid confusion about reported protest
TY GREENLEES / STAFF
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Xenia holding public input sessions for Towne Square redevelopment
A Greene County woman looks at proposed plans for an industrial solar project to come to the area. Greene County commissioners held a town hall to hear from residents about their concerns over the project. STAFF/BONNIE MEIBERS
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Giant solar operation proposed in Greene County moves a step closer to state approval
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Greene County moving toward sales tax request on November ballot to build jail
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