Discover how Black entrepreneurs in Dayton and beyond are tackling structural barriers, accessing capital, and redefining wealth through cooperative models, grants, and community investment.

From radio producer to ordained minister, business advisor, and author, Utsey T. Shelton’s life is a journey of faith, service, and transformation. Her mission is clear: to help women become who they truly are—boldly, audaciously, and on purpose.

Over 120 Dayton Wolverines Track Club athletes dominated the Region 4 qualifiers, earning 60+ spots at the 2025 AAU Junior Olympics. Fueled by discipline, elite coaching, and a family-first culture, the Wolverines are sprinting toward national glory.

The Edgemont neighborhood is preparing for its sixth Rock-The-Block event, a volunteer-led cleanup effort uniting residents, local organizations, and businesses to beautify public spaces and build community pride.

Miami Valley Hospital will host its annual Trauma Survivors Celebration on October 7, honoring patients who overcame life-threatening injuries with the support of hospital staff, first responders, and family.

The Alzheimer’s Association Miami Valley Chapter is offering two free virtual programs this October to support caregivers and families. Topics include person-centered care planning and making the home safer for loved ones with dementia.

At a recent NAACP forum, mayoral and city commission candidates debated leadership, economic development, safety—and most notably, housing. With homelessness and neighborhood stability on the line, housing took center stage in Dayton’s political future.

Cure Violence Global expands to Dayton, focusing on Residence Park and Main Street with a public-health approach to reduce shootings.

Investor groups are buying up single-family homes in Dayton, reducing inventory and driving up rents, especially affecting Black families and first-time buyers.

Marcus and Emma, two siblings from a Dayton family, live with sickle cell disease. Their story is one of resilience, family support, and excellent care.

Tom Roberts and Dr. Derrick Foward re-elected to lead Ohio NAACP. See the full list of statewide and youth leadership elected for 2025–2027.

The Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act bans “trigger leads” and protects buyers from unwanted mortgage offers—especially in Black communities.

Thanks to Dayton Children’s and CRISPR gene therapy, a local teen with sickle cell disease is now pain-free. Discover how this historic treatment works.

Twelve FDNY Vulcan Society members and others are honored for their courage on 9/11. Read their powerful untold stories of bravery and sacrifice.

Buying a home is one of life’s biggest milestones—and here in Dayton, it’s also a powerful step toward building generational wealth. Whether you’re just starting out or returning to the market, these 10 essential steps will help you navigate the process with clarity and confidence.

In today’s competitive housing market, many investors and small business owners are turning to hard money loans as a flexible way to fund projects quickly. Unlike traditional bank loans, hard money loans rely less on a borrower’s credit history or income documents and more on the value of the property being purchased or renovated.

Dayton, OH – September 17, 2025 — The Greater Dayton Realtist Association (GDRA) is set to host its 4th Annual Affordable Housing Summit on Wednesday, September 17, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Dayton Realtors, 1515 S. Main Street.

Dr. Derrick L. Foward, President of the Dayton Branch was honored with two esteemed Thalheimer Awards The Dayton Branch of the National...

Young Ladies Aspiring Greatness (YLAG) is relaunching its Project Brown Girl campaign on September 2, 2025, spotlighting body positivity. The initiative encourages teens to embrace their natural beauty and self-worth while challenging harmful self-image pressures from social media.

Contributing Writer Brenda Cochran challenges us to reflect: Do our actions match our beliefs, or are we simply following what we see around us? Drawing on scripture and timeless wisdom, her column urges readers to examine how faith, choices, and integrity shape our daily lives.