Ohio News

• New School Laws: Ohio now requires public schools to adopt policies limiting student cell phone use during class by January 2026. The law aims to reduce distractions but allows for exceptions for learning and health monitoring. A separate law requires schools to create policies on Artificial Intelligence by July 2026.

Dayton & Regional News

• Dayton Public Schools (DPS) Event: DPS is holding a free back-to-school fair on Saturday, August 2, at Welcome Stadium from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will provide students with free backpacks, school supplies, haircuts, physicals, and more.
• Economic Development:
  • Joby Aviation (Dayton): The electric flying taxi manufacturer is installing equipment and hiring for its new production facility near the Dayton International Airport, which will eventually produce up to 500 aircraft per year.
  • Wright Dunbar District (Dayton): The city is increasing its investment in a redevelopment project on West Third Street, which will house new businesses including XO Burger and Saoko Leaf & Wine bar.
  • Buc-ee's (Huber Heights): Hiring has officially begun for management positions at the first Ohio Buc-ee's, with a planned opening in April 2026.
  • Spintech (Miamisburg): The aerospace company is investing $7M to expand into a new manufacturing facility.
• Restaurant & Business Openings:
  • Dayton Restaurant Week: The event runs through July 27, with over 30 local restaurants offering special menus ranging from $20.25 to $55.25.
  • Brown Street (Dayton): Three new restaurants are opening near UD: Don Juan Mexican Grill, Wat Da Pho Express, and Prime BBQ Smokehouse.
  • Eddy Out (Dayton): A new surf shop, hostel, and bar catering to adventure athletes is opening soon in Old North Dayton.
• Community Updates:
  • Bellbrook: The city is considering a ban on adult-use marijuana businesses, with a public hearing on July 28. Separately, the Dairy Shed celebrated its 50th anniversary.
  • Centerville: A new daily $50 fee for unresolved property code violations will take effect on August 14.
  • Englewood: The city has launched a new strategic plan focused on helping its large senior population "age in place."
  • Fairborn: A new city plan aims to connect every resident to a trail or bikeway within a half-mile.
  • Vandalia: D.R. Horton is proposing a 72-home development near the airport.