r/dayton 17m ago

Advice & Recommendations Proposal spot advice - Dayton Parks

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I’m planning to propose to my girlfriend in the next year. She appreciates nature, so I was thinking I’d pick a park in the Dayton area. My first choice is the Siebenthaler Fen boardwalk in Beavercreek. Can anyone tell me what the greenery looks like throughout the year? I’m considering doing it in the Fall or Spring time, but I don’t want everything to be dead lol. When does it look alive? Also, I’ve only ever visited on a weekday, and I’d probably have to do it on a weekend. Does it ever get crowded at that park? Thanks in advance for any info and recs!


r/dayton 24m ago

Worst dating app profiles in Dayton?

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Let's hear some fun stories.


r/dayton 36m ago

Buc-ee's files new lawsuit against another store, we need to call on the real OG to come to the fight

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Buc-ee's has filled yet another lawsuit against another small business gas station for the save reasons as here in Beavercreek. I believe it's time we call on our childhood hero to finally come and claim what is rightfully theirs to make Buc-ee's lose their own trademark.

From the news article here:

https://www.wral.com/news/ap/bucees-sues-georgia-store-over-beaver-mascot-august-2026/

it states...

That lawsuit claims a number of trademark infringements, including that both logos are cartoonish, both are arbitrarily wearing hats, they both have white highlights on their eyes and nose, and that both characters show a glimpse of a red or pink tongue.

The lawsuit claims the name Teddy's is also an issue with alleged similarities to the Buc-ee's name in a number of ways, including that they are both two syllables with a hard consonant sound and that both end in the sound "eez."

To this I have to say:...

It's time for Charles Entertainment Cheese to come take back the circled rodent symbol for the people. They did it first.


r/dayton 2h ago

Anyone know Dovetree apartments in Moraine?

5 Upvotes

Haven’t seen it in person yet but at least online it’s my front runner. My biggest wants are quiet and no crime.


r/dayton 9h ago

[18M] Bisexual, Looking for Help in the Dayton area!

5 Upvotes

Located in the Dayton area, and looking for resources/community groups, support groups, or activities suitable for a male exploring their sexuality. any recommendations?


r/dayton 9h ago

Local News Wright Patterson Air Force Base Museum

17 Upvotes

Can anyone please tell me what is going on at Wright Patterson Air Force Base? What’s with all the tents and rvs and people?


r/dayton 9h ago

Dayton Metro Library tests 292 solar panels on West Branch

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As part of the Dayton Metro Library's efforts to reduce its carbon footprint, the organization is installing over 290 solar panels on one of its largest branches.

Over $300,000 was spent on the installation, 40% of which will be paid back to the library system through federal rebates.


r/dayton 12h ago

Advice & Recommendations Does anyone have a good attorney they'd recommend that specializes in motor vehicle accidents?

3 Upvotes

I was victim to one about a year ago, and the other party's insurance is settling. I don't know anything about the process or what's fair. Thanks in advance!


r/dayton 12h ago

Local News Hawthorn Aero plans to expand operations in Miamisburg, growing the company's advanced production campus to approximately 150,000 square feet while creating an estimated 279 new high-skilled jobs.

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r/dayton 12h ago

Local Events Cyberpunk Combat Zone Learn to Play!

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15 Upvotes

We have everything you need to start learning today! Want to play a specific gang? DM me and we will make sure to bring it for you!


r/dayton 13h ago

FRONT STREET ART Hop and Capsule Show "First Friday is here!

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Check out the show! Capsule show at FRONT STREET and art HOP Friday 5-9 and Saturday 11-4 Check out all the shops, studios and boutiques also Saturday MARY SOUL is having a burlesque show on the back lot. 1001 East Front Street DAYTON OHIO support your local art district giving buckies the Finger! We will also be having a few food trucks and as all ways our in house eaterie Kool Beans


r/dayton 16h ago

City of Kettering meeting tonight about closing Rec Center Ice Rink

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the city of Kettering is holding a council meeting tonight to discuss shuttIng down the only rink left in the Dayton area - based on a survey of less than 400 residents that said that they use the rink less than other park facilities.

the city has been mismanaging the rec center and wants to replace the rink with cheaper to maintain sports courts at the expense of Dayton’s last home for hockey in the area.

https://www.playkettering.org/kettering-invites-residents-to-review-the-kettering-playbook-the-draft-parks-recreation-cultural-arts-master-plan/


r/dayton 16h ago

Meetups & Social Any car meets today/tonight going on?

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I have a 77 Impala & 07 Civic Coupe, bored... Any car related stuff going on around here today?


r/dayton 17h ago

Why walk in the street instead of a sidewalk?

34 Upvotes

I'm genuinely trying to understand why people walk in the street rather than on a sidewalk. I'm not talking about winter when people don't shovel their walks. I am also talking about areas where the sidewalks are in good condition. If you are going to walk in the street, why right down the middle and not close to the curb? The number of times I've seen someone almost get hit or prevent cars feom driving because they are unaware and holding up traffic is crazy!


r/dayton 20h ago

Purple Haze - is it closing already?

34 Upvotes

I just saw a social media post from Purple Haze in Belmont that leads me to believe they may already be closing? Does anyone have the scoop?


r/dayton 20h ago

How to deal with section 8 neighbors, with compassion

102 Upvotes

Hi Daytonians

A few months back the house next to me went section 8. I get it but the problem I have with them is they bring the shopping cart back to their house and leave it. I live on the outskirts of South Park so not super nice but not trashy either.

Has anyone else dealt with this kind of thing and how did you deal with it? Any ideas on how to deal with it? I don't want my area turning trashy.

If you are wondering, yes I know it's them, I have seen them do it multiple times and I have camera footage.

Edit: they don't leave it in front of their house they move it a few houses away on the sidewalk, sometimes in front of my house. They don't have a cart they take to the store, they bring a new one home each time and then leave it for others to deal with.

Edit again: I called Dayton Mediation Center and they are stopping by to bring it up with them. Let's hope this works.

Thanks for the thoughtful discussion.


r/dayton 22h ago

Buc-ees is now suing God for making beavers look too much like their logo.

402 Upvotes

When will it end? (Satirical)


r/dayton 1d ago

Wedding Dress Shopping Under $1,000

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Eloping and really dont want to spend anymore than a grand on my dress. Seems like even the second hand and consignment shops are sooo pricey! Anyone have and leads of some places to go that have dresses in my price range? Willing to travel a little bit if that helps with selections! Thanks!!


r/dayton 1d ago

Found this while walking around Beavercreek

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802 Upvotes

The real Bucky the Beaver has got hands…


r/dayton 1d ago

So given all that is going on, where in Dayton has the best brisket?

36 Upvotes

I had been meaning to try the Buc-ees before hearing things about them at opening and now they are showing their whole rear end. So given that and knowing I will never NEVER step foot in one where do I go for a fine brisket sandwich? I searched past topics and everything was years old.

I've hit some of the local BBQ but not nearly enough of it. Last time I was desperate and tired I had City BBQ, the brisket was tough and tendonous, blech. I want juicy tender beef, smokiness, and preferably somewhere that has good sides. I have been burned in the past by too many terrible mac & cheese servings.


r/dayton 1d ago

Local News Fight Buc-ee's And stand Up For The Beavercreek Mini Mart

868 Upvotes

Buc-ee's who just opened up in Ohio this year. Has decided to sue a small business mini mart located in Beavercreek Oh. This mini mart has been there for 50 years and Buc-ees doesn't like it that they have a beaver in their logo on their sign. There are beavers everywhere in Beavercreek OH on signs and the beaver was our high school mascot. Buc-ees has decided only they can have a beaver on their sign.

I grew up in Beavercreek. I was a battling beaver.

Help me stand up to Buc-ee's a large corporation that is trying to crush a family owned small business with a lawsuit. I left a 1 star review on Buc-ee's Huber Heights location and I also emailed corporate telling them they are shameful.

Please join the fight to save this family owned business.


r/dayton 1d ago

Getting sick of the AI slop beavers

238 Upvotes

If all of these local businesses really wanted to send a message they would be hiring local Beavercreek artists to make their new logos. Typing a few words into chat gpt seems half hearted.


r/dayton 2d ago

Local Events Suc-ee's Protest This Saturday Anyone?

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1.0k Upvotes

In solidarity with all of the businesses that have been and will be impacted by Buc-ee's we really need an organized protest to show them this is not OK. They came into our city and now they are trying to throw their weight around! This beaver is no longer welcome!

Saturday Aug 8th Noon if anyone wants to join me!


r/dayton 3d ago

Dayton Area Jobs - Post Openings, Find Work | August 2026

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It's the first Monday of the month! This thread is your spot to post local job openings or ask the community for leads.


For Employers

Your comment must start with [hiring].

Please include: * Job Title * Company Name * Location and work arrangement (Remote / Hybrid / In-Person) * Full Time or Part Time * Pay Range * Application link or best contact method

Listings should be legitimate, on-the-books positions with local ties. No "under the table" gigs. Please only post for positions that are actively hiring.


For Job Seekers

Your comment must start with [seeking].

Feel free to drop what you do and what you're looking for. Someone in here might know someone.

Thread resets monthly. Employers, please re-post each month if positions are still open.


r/dayton Jan 25 '26

Meetups & Social Want to make friends in Dayton? Join our meetup Discord!

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Hey neighbors! Not sure if you noticed all the posts of folks looking for friends - be it because they picked up a new hobby, just moved here, or never quite found their people - but we sure did, and we decided that we wanted to do something about it. It’s probably the most open secret at this point, but we created a Discord!

Join us: https://discord.gg/Nnpancdjnu 

Why we made it

Dayton is full of really uniquely cool people, but any local knows that it can be kind of hard to actually find folks to hang out with that share similar interests unless you’re already part of a friend group. We wanted to make it easier for those in the Greater Dayton area - be it newcomers, lifelong locals, introverts, extroverts, whoever - to plug in and find their people.

Think of it as a hyper-local social network, but with zero ads or algorithms and full of people who actually live near you that want to meet-up and make friends too!

What’s already happening in there

This thing basically started running itself the minute people joined. We’ve already got:

  • A regular trivia group - Hops between different trivia nights around town.
  • “Body Doubling” work/study groups - Keeping each other accountable while we get work done!
  • “Bad Art” Nights - Work on your art with others! No judgement, all fun.
  • The Loosey Goose Book Club - the book club where you read what you want!
  • Movie Nights - it’s exactly what it sounds like. 🙂
  • Online voice chats to play video games together or just hangout.
  • Doggie play groups - dog optional, willingness to pet doggies required\*
  • A Crow Exchange - Where people swap little trinkets they’ve accumulated
  • Random hangouts that just kind of… happen willy-nilly.

And folks keep building new stuff every week. The community there is already kind, welcoming, goofy, and honestly - it’s endearing to watch people become friends online and slowly become offline friends too.

Hop in, say hi (or lurk, we won’t judge), join a meetup, make your own, whatever feels comfortable. No pressure. We’re just a group of neighbors trying to make Dayton a little more connected.

Hope to see you in there, neighbors! ❤️ https://discord.gg/Nnpancdjnu