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Morning Dayton! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Want to get published? See what Dayton’s library is offering writers.
  • Want to see Dayton’s newest Cold War jet up close?
  • How Dayton landed a central role in America’s new ‘Doomsday’ plane

Also on today's calendar: ekoostik hookah & Subterranean and 9 more events.

Find out what's happening in Daytonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: I once read a book about anti-gravity. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Friday: A little snow, up to 1", with a high of 35 and low of 28 degrees.
  • Saturday: Cold with snow and flurries, temps: high: 30, low: 0. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Sunday: Mostly cloudy and frigid, with a high of 14 and low of 5 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Local library's open writers' group with author coming soon (wdtn.com) — Dayton Metro Library is inviting aspiring writers to a free publishing-industry workshop with local author Christina Consolino on Monday, Jan. 5, at the Wilmington-Stroop Branch. Attendees will learn how publishing works, who’s involved, and which paths might fit their goals, with registration required. Accessibility services and more details are available through the library’s Ask Me Line.
   

2. Air Force museum debuts two new special exhibits (generalaviationnews.com) — Dayton’s National Museum of the U.S. Air Force is showcasing a rare Soviet MiG-25 in its Cold War Gallery now through March 2026, giving locals a close look at one of history’s fastest jets. Starting the week of Dec. 20, the museum will also feature “Drawn to Combat,” a major Bill Mauldin art exhibit running into March 2026.
   

3. How a mid-tier landed the Air Force's 'Doomsday' plane (breakingdefense.com) — Dayton is playing a key role in the Air Force’s new “Doomsday” plane, with SNC building massive 747-size hangars here even before winning the contract. Company leaders say this early investment and focus on open-architecture design helped secure the Survivable Airborne Operations Center program. The work promises ongoing high-tech jobs and long-term defense activity tied directly to Dayton facilities.
   

4. OPN Dec. 11 send: On DeWine's endorsement (daytondailynews.com) — Statehouse coverage this week includes potential changes that could strip education programs from Dayton Correctional Institution, depending on how Ohio defines “high security” prisons. Locally, the Dayton police union says the city missed its window to discipline several officers under state investigation. The roundup also tracks major statewide moves on prisons, youth labor rules, hemp, and more.
   

5. Winter safety concerns rise with dropping temperatures (wdtn.com) — With temperatures dropping in Dayton, local health experts are urging residents to bundle up and watch for early signs of dangerous cold exposure, especially in fingers, toes, ears, and the face. A Premier Health specialist explains when to head indoors, how to warm up safely, and why cold weather raises risk factors without directly causing illnesses like the flu.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • For the last 4 nights a dog has run across my yard.
    He/she is light in color, short hair maybe a Shepard mix. I live off Peach Orchard and Oakley. He/she came back and I was able to get outside this… (Nextdoor Orchard Park)
  • Dollar tree has wonderful gifts for kids this year.
    Kids don't need expensive gifts. They just need thoughtful gifts that are practical. They even have great gifts for everybody in your family. Have a… (Nextdoor Shiloh)
  • InTown Suites posted a job opening for Housekeeping in Dayton. Apply here.
  • McDonald's posted a job opening for Shift Manager up to $18/hr ! in Dayton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Dayton here.

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