5 Fairborn stories that captivated you in 2016

EDITOR’S NOTE: Another year means another list of our top stories that've captured your attention in the last 12 months. Here’s a look back at some of our most read stories that happened in Fairborn.

1. Wright State withdraws from the presidential debate: 5 things to know 

Wright State University, which had been selected to host the first presidential debate, withdrew from the debate amid rising costs and security concerns. The debate moved to Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY.

2. Tom Archdeacon: Wright State's firing of Donlon angers many

Despite a positive record, WSU basketball coach Billy Donlon was dismissed.

Billy Donlon has been fired after six seasons at Wright State University. TY GREENLEES / STAFF

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3. Fairborn schools employee facing sex charge resigns 

A Fairborn high school faculty member, charged with sexual imposition, resigned after an unsuccessful appeal of his charges.

Fairborn High School. (Contributed)

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4. Chief: Fairborn cop to be on leave for Facebook post

A Fairborn police officer was placed on paid administrative leave after he made a comment on Facebook regarding the suicide of a Black Lives Matter protester.

Fairborn Police Chief Terry Barlow said social media post that may discredit the police department are against the law enforcement agency’s policy. MALIK PERKINS/STAFF

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5. Wright State students protest, say administrators paid too much

Following a large number of faculty taking voluntary retirement, students marched to the president’s office, accusing the university of mishandling funds.

Credit: DaytonDailyNews

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