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    Cardboard boxes are overflowing from blue collection containers Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025, at the public works recycling center, 210 Shafor Blvd. in Oakwood. JEN BALDUF/STAFF
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    Boxes abound in Oakwood: Cardboard recycling increase a gift to city coffers 26m ago
    Renovation of the former Sears & Roebuck building could begin as early as this year, according to city officials. Their goal is to reopen the space as a business hub in 2026. BRYANT BILLING / STAFF
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    Trotwood Sears redevelopment project awarded millions in historic tax credits26m ago
    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...
    Premier Health and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield have signed a new multi-year agreement. SAMANTHA WILDOW / STAFF
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    Premier Health, Anthem Blue Cross reach multi-year deal
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    Man, Dayton officer injured after gunfire exchanged during standoff in Washington Twp.
    Mercy Health Kings Mills Hospital on Kings Island Drive in Mason. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    Hospitals plan on restricting visitors due to growing illnesses
    The front windows of the Walter H. Rice Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse in downtown Dayton. THOMAS GNAU / STAFF
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    Man pleads guilty to federal charge connected to gas station shooting in Dayton
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    Emergency demolition ordered after fire damages 3 houses in Dayton
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    Area people brace for loss of health care government subsidies in the Marketplace
    Isabella A'more Carlos. Photo provided by Michael Nooks.
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    Man sentenced to at least 67 years, brother found guilty in death of 12-year-old Dayton...
    From left, Mike McCann, chief operating officer of The Entrepreneurs Center, with Scott Koorndyk, president of the center, at the downtown Dayton Arcade, on Dec. 4, 2025. THOMAS GNAU/STAFF
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    Entrepreneurs Center aims to strengthen Dayton’s startup ecosystem with local capital
    West Carrollton is looking to develop the River District, along and near East Dixie Drive and the Great Miami River. The development’s centerpiece will be a whitewater park. BRYANT BILLING/STAFF
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    West Carrollton is recruiting citizens to help guide river district growth and funding
    Centerville
    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
    Clayton
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    Esther Price Candies celebrates 100 years with limited-edition box
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    Water main break closes Clayton road
    Several former Northmont High School students who say they were sexually assaulted by a bus driver over multiple years are suing the school district. BRYANT BILLING/STAFF
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    Former Northmont students sue school district after allegedly being groomed, raped by bus...
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    See how road crews are prepping for the upcoming snowy season
    Dayton
    Renovation of the former Sears & Roebuck building could begin as early as this year, according to city officials. Their goal is to reopen the space as a business hub in 2026. BRYANT BILLING / STAFF
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    Trotwood Sears redevelopment project awarded millions in historic tax credits26m ago
    Premier Health and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield have signed a new multi-year agreement. SAMANTHA WILDOW / STAFF
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    Premier Health, Anthem Blue Cross reach multi-year deal
    Mercy Health Kings Mills Hospital on Kings Island Drive in Mason. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    Hospitals plan on restricting visitors due to growing illnesses
    The front windows of the Walter H. Rice Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse in downtown Dayton. THOMAS GNAU / STAFF
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    Man pleads guilty to federal charge connected to gas station shooting in Dayton
    Englewood
    Standing at a United Grinding North America work table, Sen. Jon Husted, left, met United Grinding apprentice Trent Saylor on Friday, Dec. 12, 2025. THOMAS GNAU/STAFF
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    Senator’s visit highlights apprenticeship efforts in Ohio
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    Preble County teacher sentenced to 13 years for inappropriate relationship with student
    Mount Calvary Lutheran Church. Montgomery County Auditor's Office photo
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    Miami Valley Hospital buys local church property for nearly $2 million
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    Former owner of Englewood Cinema opens popcorn shop with screening area in Huber Heights
    Huber Heights
    Michele Venturini  (right) and Henry Venturini, 7 (left) get their photo taken with Wally Goose during a VIP event Tuesday, April 15, 2025 for the grand opening of Ohio's first Wawa on Cincinnati Dayton Road in Liberty Township. NICK GRAHAM / STAFF
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    First area Wawa gas station opens
    Five Rivers MetroParks hosted its annual Christmas on the Farm event at Carriage Hill MetroPark’s Daniel Arnold Historical Farm in Huber Heights on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025. A Victorian Christmas and its many different traditions were presented to attendees of the free, all-ages event. TOM GILLIAM / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
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    PHOTOS: 2025 Christmas on the Farm at Carriage Hill MetroPark
    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.
    The City of Huber Heights Holiday Event & Tree Lighting kicked off the holiday season at the new Richard F. Shomper Governance Center, located at 6151 Brandt Pike, on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025. Also featured was the Huber Heights Community Cares Polar Express Holiday Parade that traveled from Huber Centre to Fishburg Road along Brandt Pike. TOM GILLIAM / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
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    PHOTOS: 2025 Huber Heights Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting
    Kettering
    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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    New Dayton-area task force targeting organized retail theft leads to 5 indictments
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    ‘I wouldn’t take back a day:’ Kettering’s Peggy Lehner reflects on life, politics...
    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
    Miamisburg
    Star City Brewing Company is located in the former space of the Peerless Mill Inn at 319 S. Second St. in Miamisburg. Pictured (left to right) is Shawna Ayers, Chris Small and Brandon Warmoth. NATALIE JONES/STAFF
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    New owner of Star City Brewing has big plans, will change name to Peerless Mill Inn &...
    The Macy’s store at the Dayton Mall in Miami Twp. is set to close by the end of the year (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey, File)
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    Despite prior shutdown report, Dayton Mall Macy’s to stay open
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    Police looking for person who broke into Miamisburg store with sledgehammer, crowbar
    Miami Twp. Fiscal Officer Bob Matthews
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    Judge to decide Miami Twp. fiscal officer’s fate in $9.7M gold coin case
    Moraine
    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
    Moraine's yearlong, $4.4 million renovation of its municipal building is coming to a close. Among the renovations, new flooring and lighting were installed in the council chamber and lobby. BRYANT BILLING/STAFF
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    Moraine effort to modernize decades-old municipal building, police station nearly...
    Shearer’s Foods started production of tortilla chips on its first line at its new $106 million facility at 4100 Springboro Pike in Moraine Monday, Dec. 1, 2025. The company, which is the largest private-label salty snack manufacturer in North America, said its corn chip production line will start in January and potato chip production in February. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    Shearer’s Foods launches production at its new $106M Moraine ‘Center of Excellence’
    The city of Moraine recently took the first steps toward making a new splash pad a reality. The planned location for the attraction is tentatively Ora Everetts Park, 3050 Kreitzer Road. STAFF FILE PHOTO
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    Moraine working toward new splash pad
    Oakwood
    Cardboard boxes are overflowing from blue collection containers Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025, at the public works recycling center, 210 Shafor Blvd. in Oakwood. JEN BALDUF/STAFF
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    Boxes abound in Oakwood: Cardboard recycling increase a gift to city coffers 26m ago
    Smith Elementary School in Oakwood, shown Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, and Harman Elementary School are the focus of the second phase of the district's master facilities plan to be funded by May bond levy. JEN BALDUF/STAFF
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    Oakwood board votes to issue $40M in bonds for renovation work
    Oakwood City Schools has vacated its Board of Education office at 20 Rubicon Road, shown Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025, due to major structural issues in addition to HVAC and persistent roof problems. JEN BALDUF/STAFF
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    Oakwood Schools to lease space at Sugar Camp for board office
    Smith Elementary School in Oakwood, shown Jan. 14, 2025, and Harman Elementary School are the focus of the district's master facilities plan. JEN BALDUF/STAFF
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    State to chip in $18.4M for Oakwood Schools renovations
    Trotwood
    Renovation of the former Sears & Roebuck building could begin as early as this year, according to city officials. Their goal is to reopen the space as a business hub in 2026. BRYANT BILLING / STAFF
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    Trotwood Sears redevelopment project awarded millions in historic tax credits26m ago
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    Trotwood voters to consider tax levy renewal in May election
    Dayton police cruiser. BRYANT BILLING / STAFF.
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    95-year-old Trotwood woman dead following crash in Dayton
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    No criminal charges for Dayton officer who shot man during vehicle chase
    Vandalia
    Vandalia Municipal Building. AIMEE HANCOCK/STAFF
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    Vandalia residents make second attempt at housing development referendum
    Dayton police cruiser. BRYANT BILLING / STAFF.
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    No injuries reported after icy conditions lead to semi, school bus crash in Dayton
    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
    Benchwood Station Business District welcomes more than 20,000 cars daily and brings in about $2.5 million in revenue for Butler Twp. each year. AIMEE HANCOCK/STAFF
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    Butler Twp. rejects proposed 247-home development
    West Carrollton
    West Carrollton is looking to develop the River District, along and near East Dixie Drive and the Great Miami River. The development’s centerpiece will be a whitewater park. BRYANT BILLING/STAFF
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    West Carrollton is recruiting citizens to help guide river district growth and funding
    Alex Flynn, deputy chief of police for West Carrollton Police Department
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    West Carrollton names Flynn as new deputy chief of police
    West Carrollton City Schools is launching a strategic planning effort to help guide the district’s future. STAFF FILE PHOTO
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    West Carrollton schools seeks input about district’s future
    The chlorine feed room at West Carrollton's Water Treatment Plant pictured in this June 2024 photo is one part of upgrades slated for the facility. The Ohio EPA recently approved West Carrollton’s plans to upgrade the site. STAFF FILE PHOTO
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    West Carrollton secures EPA approval for $8.8M water plant upgrade
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