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Dragons Diamond Club: Dayton’s Game-Changing Event Center Hits a Home Run!
The Dayton Dragons unveiled the Dragons Diamond Club Get ready, Dayton—Day Air Credit Union Ballpark is stepping up to the plate with a...

Alicia Payne
Jun 132 min read


Buckle Up: Mekka Don’s Playbook for Purpose and Perseverance
When envisioning a college football star, one might not immediately associate the image with that of a rapper, attorney, or author; however, Mekka Don defies these conventional expectations by crafting an extraordinary narrative through his diverse accomplishments. This former Ohio State Buckeye wide receiver has now embraced the role of published author with the release of his latest book, "Buckle Up: The Playbook: 5 Winning Plays for Go-Getters." Read the Interview at Dayto

Donerik Black
Jun 14 min read


Dayton Wolverines: Rising Stars in Track and Field
A local non-profit track and field club, the Dayton Wolverines, is causing a sensation in the world of athletics.

Alicia Payne
Aug 14, 20233 min read


Social Injustice 7 on 7 More than Just Football
Social Injustice 7 on 7 More than Just Football

Deon Cash
Jul 16, 20231 min read


Making Memories Charity Foundation held his 9th Annual Golf For Alzheimer
Juneteenth golf event hosted by Making Memories Charity Foundation to support Alzheimer awareness

Deon Cash
Jun 23, 20231 min read


High School Sports Report
The hottest high school sports topics in the Dayton area

Deon Cash
Jun 10, 20232 min read


Cotie McMahon, Buckeyes Enjoying Success in Her First Season
Centerville's McMahon, Buckeyes Enjoying Success

The Dayton Weekly News
Jan 11, 20233 min read


DRAGONS TO CONDUCT AUDITIONS FOR “GREEN TEAM,” MASCOT PERFORMERS, & ON-FIELD HOSTS FOR 2023 SEASON
DAYTON, OHIO—The Dayton Dragons are conducting auditions for several professional entertainment positions with the team.

The Dayton Weekly News
Nov 12, 20222 min read


CSU playing in the Black College Football Hall of Fame game
Wilberforce, Ohio - The 2022 Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic Weekend returns to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton,...

The Dayton Weekly News
Sep 3, 20223 min read


Hidden Gems in the Gem City
Daryle Ward: Dayton Dragons Hitting Coach Daryle Ward returned to the Dragons as hitting coach in 2022 after serving in the same...

The Dayton Weekly News
Jul 22, 20222 min read


Home is the Place to be: Profile on Keith Byars
They used to call him “Boomer” at Roth High School for the sound he made on defense when he hit opposing running backs. At six foot two...
Marc Katz
Mar 19, 20224 min read


Roth High School's Haley to be honored by the Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame
High School Boys 1981 & 1982 State Champions The Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame will honor the 2020 Class on April 9, 2022 at the Hyatt...

The Dayton Weekly News
Mar 3, 20224 min read


The Naomi Osaka Barbie® Doll Honoring the Tennis Player as a Role Model Drops
Just ahead of the Tokyo Olympics, a Naomi Osaka Barbie Role Model doll was released by Mattel. It celebrates the athlete who became “the...

RoShawn Winburn
Aug 8, 20212 min read


Senior Honor Student and WU Basketball PG Loses His Life
WU Student Loses Life

The Dayton Weekly News
Apr 16, 20211 min read


ESPN Launches "Black History Always" Series
by Andy Hall, ESPN Expanding a commitment that dates back 25 years, ESPN has launched “Black History Always,” a company-wide content...

The Dayton Weekly News
Feb 1, 20212 min read


The Exception to the Rule
Senior year… Arguably the most valuable year of high school. Students bustle through exams and assignments trying to maintain their GPAs....

Reginald Henderson
Jan 29, 20212 min read


Kobe: Remembering a Legend
When the helicopter careened into a California hillside on the morning of Jan. 26, 2020, killing Kobe Bryant and the eight others on...
blackdonerik
Jan 26, 20217 min read


Hall of Famer Henry "Hank" Aaron dies at 86
Hall of Famer and one-time home run king Atlanta Braves legend Henry Louis “Hank” Aaron passed away this morning at the age of 86. He...
blackdonerik
Jan 22, 20213 min read

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