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    Jonathan Eric Link, 61, of Centerville, sits in the jury box ahead of his sentencing hearing Tuesday, Dec. 23 in Montgomery County Common Pleas Judge Steven Dankof's courtroom. He was convicted of two counts of murder in the July 2001 death of Shannon Anderson at their home in Kettering. BRYANT BILLING/STAFF
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    Kettering cold case: Centerville man gets 15 years to life for murdering girlfriend 25...
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    Man, Dayton officer injured after gunfire exchanged during standoff in Washington Twp.
    Jeffrey Neace opened Whit's Frozen Custard at 199 N. Main St. in Centerville on July 1, 2022. CONTRIBUTED
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    Owner of Whit’s Frozen Custard in Centerville now operating Germantown ice cream shop
    Joel Hemmelgarn of 17 West, Wilson Reiser of Winans Chocolate & Coffee and Liz Valenti of Wheat Penny Oven & Bar were recognized at the Ohio Restaurant & Hospitality Alliance Industry Awards.
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    Dayton-area business owners, chefs recognized as best in Ohio
    The franchise owners of Barry Bagels in Kettering have opened a second location in the Dayton region at 6228 Wilmington Pike in Sugarcreek Twp. CONTRIBUTED
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    Barry Bagels opens second location near Walmart on Wilmington Pike in Sugarcreek Twp.
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    Man in critical condition after being hit by vehicle in Washington Twp.
    Culver’s is a Wisconsin-based restaurant chain.
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    Culver’s could open in former Popeyes on Wilmington Pike in Sugarcreek Twp.
    An example of the type of homes planned for Mill Creek West and Mill Creek East along Clyo Road in Washington Twp. The two new residential developments by Design Homes will bring 135 new homes to the fast-growing Montgomery County community. CONTRIBUTED
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    More than 100 new million-dollar homes planned for 2 Washington Twp. neighborhoods
    Jonathan Eric Link looks around the courtroom during a break on Wednesday, Dec. 10. Link is on trial for two counts of murder in the July 2001death of 29-year-old Shannon Noel Anderson. BRYANT BILLING/STAFF
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    Centerville man found guilty of murder in Kettering cold case homicide
    Godfather’s Pizza at 5800 Wilmington Pike in Centerville is closed. The restaurant is relocating to 4458 Clyo Road in Sugarcreek Twp. NATALIE JONES/STAFF
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    Godfather’s Pizza on Wilmington Pike to relocate to former KFC in Sugarcreek Twp.
    Smashburger has “permanently closed” its doors at 1200 Brown St. Suite 190 in Dayton. NATALIE JONES/STAFF
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    Smashburger is ‘permanently closed’ near UD after 15 years
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    Longtime pet groomer expands with new Centerville location
    Montgomery County Common Pleas Court. JIM NOELKER/STAFF FILE
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    Woman accused of stealing more than $834K from Washington Twp. medical office
    Shannon Anderson was reported missing in 2001. DAYTON DAILY NEWS ARCHIVES
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    24-year-old Kettering murder case: Defense disputes evidence against Centerville man
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    Coroner: 17-year-old Washington Twp. boy died of natural causes
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    Centerville man’s trial this week in Kettering cold case homicide
    Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office Washington Twp. Substation is staffed by nearly 37 people. Township residents will go to the polls in May 2026 to decide on funding levels for law enforcement efforts in the community, one of the fastest-growing in Ohio. CONTRIBUTED
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    Washington Twp. puts police levy request on May ballot
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    Esther Price Candies celebrates 100 years with limited-edition box
    Reclaim Ceramics is the work of husband-and-wife team Britt and Mollie Thorp. When it opens next spring at 30 N. Main St. in Centerville, the business will offer hands-on arts programming, youth activities, special events and a retail gallery. CONTRIBUTED
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    Reclaim Ceramics to open studio, gallery in historic Uptown Centerville building
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    Security breach reported for emergency alert system used in the Miami Valley
    The owner of Amar India Restaurant, Surjit Singh Mattu with his wife, Jatinder K. Mattu. There are three of the restaurants in the Dayton area. MARSHALL GORBY\STAFF
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    Free lunch buffet available at 3 Indian restaurants on Thanksgiving Day
    Some Wendy’s restaurants, including 3220 Dayton Xenia Road in Beavercreek, are participating in a Community Day on Friday, Nov. 21 where customers can get free food. NATALIE JONES/STAFF
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    11 Wendy’s restaurants in Dayton area to offer free food for ‘Community Day’ on Friday
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    New bar aims to bring ‘Cheers’ vibe to Uptown Centerville
    A Nov. 7 ruling by the Second District Court of Appeals says the city of Centerville must accept the recommendations of its planning commission approving the plan for a new Sheetz gas station at at 6318 Far Hills Ave. The site is the home of Elsa's Mexican Restaurant. STAFF FILE PHOTO
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    Dayton’s Original Pizza Factory is located at 1101 Wayne Ave. in Dayton. NATALIE JONES/STAFF
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    It’s Dayton Pizza Week: $10-$12 pizzas sold at 17 restaurants throughout region
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    New banner program honors military service
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    Centerville man killed after car hits tree in Clinton County
    Four candidates are vying for three open seats on Centerville’s school board next month. Incumbents John Doll and Megan Murray Sparks face challengers Kathy Crippen and Mark Peters.
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    Sparks, Crippen, Peters win Centerville school board race
    Frisch's Big Boy is known for its selection of pies and desserts. AIMEE HANCOCK/STAFF
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    Frisch’s Big Boy to host pop-up pie sales in 3 communities that once had a restaurant
    Centerville High School senior Hudson Day clears the ball past St. Charles senior Thomas Thornton during their Division I regional final match on Sunday, Nov. 2 at Wright State University's Alumni Field. The Cardinals won 2-0. MICHAEL COOPER / STAFF PHOTO
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    Boys soccer: Centerville falls to Columbus St. Charles 2-0 in regional final
    A new breakfast and lunch restaurant could be coming soon to the former location of Taste of Belgium at The Greene in Beavercreek. FILE
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    Scramblers breakfast restaurant may be coming to The Greene in Beavercreek
    Centerville Police Department has implemented Live911, a state-of-the-art technology aimed at enhancing emergency response and improving public safety. Designed by Higher Ground, Live911 allows officers in the field to hear incoming 911 calls in real time as they are being handled by dispatchers. STAFF FILE PHOTO
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    Centerville police using new technology to hear 911 calls live, respond faster
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