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Portrait of a woman with long black hair, hoop earrings, and a gray blazer against a light gray backdrop, looking serious.

Introducing Imari Burton, the Newest Voice at the Dayton Weekly News

Sep 193 min read

Ro Nita Hawes-Saunders and Donnica Hawes-Saunders, hosts of the Raised By Her podcast, discuss leadership, legacy, and bridging generations in Dayton, Ohio.

Ro Nita Hawes-Saunders and Donnica Hawes-Saunders, hosts of the Raised By Her podcast, discuss leadership, legacy, and bridging generations in Dayton, Ohio.

Passing the Mic: How a Dayton Mother-Daughter Duo is Bridging the Generational Gap on the Raised By Her Podcast

Aug 92 min read

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Smiling man in glasses, wearing a sweater and tie, sits in front of a laptop. Beige patterned wall in the background.

Dayton Community Mourns Higher Education Advocate Marc DeWitt

Apr 242 min read

Bronze plaque on a large rock marks Paul Laurence Dunbar's grave. Nearby lies Elizabeth Florence Dunbar's headstone. Grass surrounds.

Bronze plaque on a large rock marks Paul Laurence Dunbar's grave. Nearby lies Elizabeth Florence Dunbar's headstone. Grass surrounds.

Woodland Cemetery Pays Tribute to Black History

Mar 62 min read

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Smiling man in a suit with a red tie and pin stands against a blurred brown background. The mood is professional and warm.

Derrick Foward Reflects on the Legacy and Leadership of Rev. Jesse Jackson

Feb 201 min read

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Row of charming brick and wooden houses with sloped roofs on a suburban street, surrounded by green lawns and trees. Overcast sky.

Dayton Homes to Benefit From New Home Repair Loan Program

Jan 22 min read

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Historic capitol building with columns, dome, and statues. Flags waving, blue sky. Grand, solemn atmosphere.

Ohio Minimum Wage Adjusts for Inflation to $11.00

Dec 26, 20252 min read

Dayton Metro Library Receives Prestigious Innovation Award

Dayton Metro Library Receives Prestigious Innovation Award

Dayton Metro Library Receives Prestigious Innovation Award

Dec 19, 20252 min read

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Close-up of a blue spherical virus model with spike-like structures against a black background, evoking a scientific and serious mood.

Health Watch: COVID Symptoms Are Changing

Dec 12, 20252 min read

74th Dayton NAACP Hall of Freedom Awards: Rev. Dr. Lloyd D. Hayes, Sr., Chris R. Cortner, and Rev. Dr. Benjamin E. K. Speare-Hardy II Among Top Winners.

74th Dayton NAACP Hall of Freedom Awards: Rev. Dr. Lloyd D. Hayes, Sr., Chris R. Cortner, and Rev. Dr. Benjamin E. K. Speare-Hardy II Among Top Winners.

74th Dayton NAACP Hall of Freedom Awards: Rev. Dr. Lloyd D. Hayes, Sr., Chris R. Cortner, and Rev. Dr. Benjamin E. K. Speare-Hardy II Among Top Winners.

Dec 5, 202531 min read

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Elderly person in a wheelchair wearing a blue Thunder jersey, clapping. Surrounded by people, daylight setting, conveying pride and joy.

Viola Ford Fletcher Dead at Age 111: Tulsa Massacre Survivor Remembered

Nov 28, 20251 min read

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Woman in red blazer poses seriously against a blue background with a partial view of a U.S. flag.

Dr. Lora Cox-Vance Named Chief of Staff at Dayton VA Medical Center

Nov 28, 20251 min read

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Smiling woman with shoulder-length hair, in an outdoor setting with blurred greenery. Energetic and warm mood.

Helen Jones-Kelley to Retire from ADAMHS

Nov 14, 20254 min read

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Three smiling people pose at an event. A woman in red holds an award. The background features NAACP banners and a formal setting.

Dayton NAACP Honors Cora H. Diggs with 2025 Community Service Award

Nov 14, 20252 min read

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Skyline at night with a beam spotlight projecting "STS" in a bat symbol. Skyscrapers glow in the dark sky, creating a mysterious mood.

Beyond City Limits: How 2025 Elections Reshape Black Political Power Across Dayton MSA

Nov 8, 20253 min read

Two plates with Thanksgiving meals on a table. Left plate labeled "2024: Abundance" with diverse food, right "2025: Value" with fewer items. Cozy dining room.

Two plates with Thanksgiving meals on a table. Left plate labeled "2024: Abundance" with diverse food, right "2025: Value" with fewer items. Cozy dining room.

The Price of Thanksgiving: Smaller Plates in a Bigger Debate

Nov 7, 20255 min read

Government shutdown impacts Dayton homebuyers and families

Government shutdown impacts Dayton homebuyers and families

When Washington Shuts Down, Dayton Feels It

Oct 31, 20252 min read

Notre Dame Football Coach, Wayne Grad Donates $330K to Huber Heights Schools

Notre Dame Football Coach, Wayne Grad Donates $330K to Huber Heights Schools

Notre Dame Football Coach, Wayne Grad Donates $330K to Huber Heights Schools

Oct 31, 20252 min read

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Facade of the U.S. Department of Education building, tan with tall windows. Bold text displayed on the front, under a clear sky.

A 'Fresh Start': Student Loan Forgiveness is Back. Here's What It Means for Black Borrowers in Dayton

Oct 31, 20254 min read

Leadership Dayton honors Montgomery County ADAMHS Executive Director Helen Jones-Kelley with the Board Service Career Award for her decades of transformative nonprofit and civic leadership.

Leadership Dayton honors Montgomery County ADAMHS Executive Director Helen Jones-Kelley with the Board Service Career Award for her decades of transformative nonprofit and civic leadership.

Helen Jones-Kelley to Be Honored at Leadership Dayton 50th Anniversary Gala

Oct 24, 20252 min read

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