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🌱 Why a car never slowed before a deadly Kettering intersection crash
Coffee in hand, Kettering? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Why a car never slowed before a deadly Kettering intersection crash
- Are you ready for Kettering’s snow crews to hit your street?
- How did firefighters save nearby buildings in Kettering’s frigid appliance-store blaze?
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Today's riddle: Can February March? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Clouds and sun; not as cold, with a high of 36 and low of 31 degrees.
- Wednesday: Times of sun and clouds, temps: high: 38, low: 31.
- Thursday: Windy with periods of rain, with a high of 53 and low of 22 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. 66-year-old woman dead after crash at busy intersection in Montgomery County (whio.com) — A 66-year-old woman has died after a four-car crash at the busy Shroyer Road and East Dorothy Lane intersection in Kettering on Saturday morning. Police say a southbound vehicle never slowed before hitting stopped traffic, and they do not suspect OVI. Investigators are still reviewing potential charges with prosecutors as the community awaits more answers. 
2. Kettering, Ohio Officials Gear Up for Snowstorm with Safety Tips for Residents (hoodline.com) — Kettering officials are mobilizing snow crews and asking residents to change their routines to help plows work safely and efficiently during an approaching snowstorm. The city urges people to limit driving, park off-street, clear around fire hydrants, and follow updates on Facebook so roads and emergency responders can stay as safe and accessible as possible.
3. Kettering appliance store engulfed in flames calls for firefighter response (dayton247now.com) — An early-morning fire destroyed the appliance section of Prestige Home Furnishings on South Dixie Drive in Kettering, but firefighters kept the flames from spreading to nearby buildings and no injuries were reported. Crews from multiple departments battled subzero temperatures, icy conditions, and freezing equipment for nearly six hours while rotating teams and keeping hydrants and slick spots clear. The cause is still under investigation.
4. Man sentenced to max of 17 years in prison conviction involving sex crimes against minors (dayton247now.com) — Kettering police say a 63-year-old man has been sentenced to 15 to 17½ years in prison after being convicted on multiple child-exploitation and sexual battery charges. The case began with an Internet Crimes Against Children tip and led to dozens of charges involving unlawful conduct and explicit images of minors. Authorities emphasize the investigation involved both local and county agencies.
5. Local Kiwanis president honored for leadership, community service (wnewsj.com) — A Clinton County Kiwanis leader was honored in Kettering at the Presidential Banquet Center, where Ohio Kiwanis officials gathered to recognize standout service. President Kirstin Harris received the Outstanding Club President award for her leadership and community projects, bringing regional attention to volunteer efforts celebrated right here in Kettering.
📸 Around Kettering
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Toddler Story Time
Beavercreek Community Library , 3618 Dayton-Xenia Road , Beavercreek
10:30 am -
Happy Hour Duo
The Trinity Community at Beavercreek , 3218 Indian Ripple Rd , Beavercreek
2:00 pm -
Winters Wonderland
Winters-Bellbrook Community Library , 57 W Franklin St , Bellbrook
3:30 pm -
Comics Club
Beavercreek Community Library , 3618 Dayton-Xenia Road , Beavercreek
5:00 pm -
Flights of Fantasy: Shubeik Lubeik
Beavercreek Community Library , 3618 Dayton-Xenia Road , Beavercreek
5:15 pm -
Junior Chef
Miamisburg Community Center , 305 E Central Ave , Miamisburg
5:15 pm -
Tree Authority (CANCELED)
SPARC and Go , 320 S. Main Street , Springboro
5:30 pm -
Chabad CWC Chanukah Party and Dinner/Craft Night
Chabad of Greater Dayton , 2001 Far Hills Avenue , Oakwood
6:00 pm -
Planning Commission Meeting
Centerville, OH Calendar , 100 W Spring Valley Road , Centerville
7:00 pm -
Miami (OH) RedHawks at Wright State Raiders Mens Basketball
Nutter Center , 3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy , Fairborn
7:00 pm -
Baby Storytime
Winters Branch Library 57 West Franklin Street, Bellbrook, OH 45305
9:30 am -
Preschool Story Time
Beavercreek Community Library , 3618 Dayton-Xenia Road , Beavercreek
10:30 am
Tuesday December 16
Wednesday December 17
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Many thanks to my mystery neighbor for clearing our drive way this morning on Springmill.
Such a huge help and a wonderful surprise this morning. (Nextdoor South Oak Creek) - Hey wanted to let everyone know that multiple electricity companies have been caught by home owners adding on usage to their bills.
So when ur meters are read immediately go tape a picture so u can document ur monthly usage to make sure they aren't adding on usage just to make ur… (Nextdoor JF Kennedy Park)
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