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    Carillon Historical Park's annual Easter service will return this weekend. LISA POWELL / STAFF
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    Things to do in Dayton this weekend: Ohio Vintage Fest, Kat Williams, Carillon Easter...
    The Auntie Anne’s pretzel shop located within the Rivertown area at Kings Island is set to receive an update. Photo courtesy of Kings Island
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    Auntie Anne’s location inside Kings Island will have a new look this season
    Ashley Jude Jonas, "subject/object, above the couch", Found objects, porcelain, earthenware, tomatillo husks, phototex, cyanotype, chicken and turkey wishbones, fabric, and bottles, 2026. HANNAH KASPER/CONTRIBUTED
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    These art exhibits in the Dayton region will be open throughout April
    In this archive photo, construction of the Buc-ee's in Huber Heights near the Interstate 70 and Ohio 235 interchange is nearly complete. The location is scheduled to open to the public on April 6. NICK GRAHAM VIA DRONE/STAFF
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    Why Buc-ee’s is worth the stop — and good for the Dayton region
    April Long sets up her display of My Little Ponies at the Great Ohio Toy Show at the Greene County Fairgrounds on March 27, 2026. BUCK CREEK PHOTOGRAPHY/CONTRIBUTED
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    PHOTOS: Great Ohio Toy Show 2026 in Xenia
    Day Air Ballpark is the home of the Dayton Dragons. FILE
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    Credit: Tom Gilliam

    Dayton Dragons select Stivers Chamber Choir for national anthem at opening night
    2026 Lexus NX 450h+ Luxury. LEXUS MEDIA
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    DRIVER’S SIDE: Lexus NX 450+ hits the mark with efficiency and luxury
    Runners Plus Running Shoes. CONTRIBUTED
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    At Runners Plus, it’s about the fit
    Pamela’s daughter Jasmine organizing her egg haul on Easter morning. CONTRIBUTED
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    GEM CITY FAMILY: Easter, according to a mother
    "The Delivery" by Andrew Welsh-Huggins. CONTRIBUTED
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    Through rain, snow, sleet, and fusillades of bullets he always makes his deliveries
    Rick Flynn is the executive director of the Dayton LGBT Center. In the job he wears many hats, including attending conferences in cities like Chicago (2025) at the Center on Halsted - their LGBTQ center. CONTRIBUTED
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    As Dayton LGBT Center turns 50, leader reflects on his path to being part of it
    LaFrae Sci is an award-winning multi-instrumentalist, educator and composer with a career spanning 30 years and 38 countries. She is a founding member and Executive Director of the Willie Mae Rock Camp in New York City. CONTRIBUTED
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    Dayton native brings rhythm and empowerment to New York and back
    Yoga is one of many activities offered during Outdoor Adventure Connection's Women's Adventure and Yoga Weekend. CONTRIBUTED
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    ‘Life begins at the edge of your comfort zone’
    The RC Mob was renowned for exciting live shows, including a gig at the ’88 state fair. This is its album, "Spin the World." CONTRIBUTED
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    Forgotten vinyl review: ‘Spin the World’ (1989) by Royal Crescent Mob
    The Best of Dayton 2026 contest voting is set for April 20-May 15, 2026.
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    It’s the final day to make Best of Dayton 2026 nominations
    Patrick Stafford and Mandi McKinley have been friends since meeting in ninth grade at Tecumseh High School.  Stafford, a Los Angeles-based actor, will receive his second kidney transplant courtesy of McKinley. This photo, taken in December 2025, features McKinley wearing a T-shirt that reads "Kidneys are made to be shared." CONTRIBUTED
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    ‘She is saving my life from afar’: Actor in LA who is from Dayton area to get kidney from...
    Rinse Cycle instructors riding to the beat. CONTRIBUTED
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    Boutique fitness studios reshape how Dayton works out downtown
    Muddy Goose Coffee Company opened its second location on Thursday, March 26 in Fairborn. BRYANT BILLING / STAFF
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    Muddy Goose Coffee Co. opens second location in Fairborn
    Godfather's Pizza has opened at its new location in Sugarcreek Twp., off of Clyo Road. LONDON BISHOP/STAFF
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    Godfather Pizza opens new area location
    The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will participate in America 250-Ohio, a statewide initiative designed to connect Ohio’s people, places and achievements to the broader national story of the United States.  PHOTO CREDIT: NMUSAF/Prichard
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    100 days until July 4: How locals are able to celebrate America250 right now
    Marlon Wayans attends the Premiere of Netflix Original Film ‘Naked’ At The 2017 Essence Festival at Civic Theatre on June 30, 2017 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Erika Goldring/Getty Images for Netflix)
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    Things to do in Dayton this weekend: Marlon Wayans, Great Ohio Toy Show, Meatballs at...
    Marya Grandy plays Carrie Chapman Catt in "Suffs" at The Schuster in Dayton. CONTRIBUTED
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    Tony-winning musical ‘Suffs’ brings the fight for women’s voting rights to Dayton
    A rear-view shot of a garbage truck. ISTOCK
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    Ombudsman’s office helps homeowner after home was hit by garbage truck
    As Mar'Tae Kitchen & Cocktails has reopened, there are new and returning menu items. CONTRIBUTED
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    Mar’Tae Kitchen & Cocktails reopens with new menu, staff
    The Dayton Dragons displayed food offerings available to fans at Day-Air Ballpark this spring, including funnel cake. BRYANT BILLING / STAFF
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    Photos: Food at Day Air Ballpark for Dayton Dragons 2026 season
    Wright State University presents the classic musical "1776" March 26-April 5 in the Festival Playhouse of the Creative Arts Center. Photo by Erin Pence
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    Wright State gender-flips ‘1776,’ Montgomery County Arts Forum and other arts news across...
    Good Shepherd Ministries helps those recovering from addiction.
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    This Dayton ministry seeks local support in helping those with addiction
    A heavy infestation of boxtree moth can eat all of the foliage quickly. Inspect plants early to prevent this damage.
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    Boxwood plants are a foundation staple in many landscapes
    Weather plays a role with allergies. Warm, windy days spread pollen farther and faster, while rain can temporarily clear the air. ISTOCK
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    Surviving (and thriving) through allergy season
    A clock donated by former Cincinnati Reds player Joey Votto is seen outside of the stadium just ahead of Opening Day 2026. CONTRIBUTED
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    Why Joey Votto gifted a clock that is in front of the Reds stadium
    The Dayton Dragons displayed food offerings available to fans at Day-Air Ballpark this spring, including a meat tray. BRYANT BILLING / STAFF
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    Dirty soda, ‘premium smokehouse hot dogs’ and more added to Day Air Ballpark concessions...
    The Vandalia Parks & Recreation Department hosted its annual Paws in the Park Easter Party at Helke Park on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Fur-friendly festivities included egg hunts for large and small dogs (ticketed), dog vendors, a dog costume contest, food trucks and pictures with the Easter Bunny. TOM GILLIAM / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
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    PHOTOS: 2026 Vandalia Paws in the Park Easter Party
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