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APRIL 24, 2023
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dayton to open new mental health crisis services center this summer
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Dayton will soon be home to a new mental health crisis services center that will provide round-the-clock support for people experiencing a mental health crisis. The center will be operated by the Montgomery County ADAMHS (Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health Services) Board and will be located on Edwin C. Moses Boulevard. The facility will offer a safe space for individuals to receive treatment and support and will feature a range of services, including crisis intervention, counseling, and medication management. The center will be staffed by a team of mental health professionals and peer support specialists. The new facility is set to open this summer. Learn more here.
ASIAN HOT POT & KOREAN BBQ RESTAURANT TO OPEN NEAR DAYTON MALL
FOOD & DRINK
A new restaurant that combines Korean BBQ and Asian hot pot cuisine is set to open soon near the Dayton Mall. The restaurant, called KPOT, will offer an all-you-can-eat dining experience as well as a range of dishes, including grilled meats, seafood, and vegetables, as well as hot pot soups and stews. The restaurant will also offer a variety of sauces and seasonings, allowing customers to customize their meals to their tastes. KPOT will be located on Miamisburg-Centerville Road (where Logan’s Roadhouse used to be) and will be open for lunch and dinner. Original story here.
ART INSTALLATION TO FEATURE MUSICAL SCULPTURE ALONG GREAT MIAMI RIVER
arts & entertainment
A new art installation is coming to the Great Miami Riverway in Dayton. The installation, called "Wind in the Garden," is an 18-ft. tall plant-shaped sculpture made of stainless steel and aluminum that makes music when wind blows through it. The piece was created by local sculptor and multi-instrumentalist, Michael Bashaw, and commissioned by the Garden Club of Dayton. The installation is designed to promote environmental awareness and sustainability and will be located near the Dayton Art Institute. "Wind in the Garden" is set to be installed this summer. More here.
local marketing agency offers free social media consultation
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new rooftop restaurant, bar to open downtown
food & drink
A new rooftop restaurant and bar is set to open in downtown Dayton later this year. The restaurant, called The Foundry, will be located on the top floor of the new AC Hotel on Madison Street and will offer stunning views of the city skyline, including Day Air Ballpark. The restaurant will feature a menu of American cuisine, as well as a range of craft cocktails. More here.
YASKAWA MOTOMAN TO OPEN NEW RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT FACILITY IN MIAMI TWP.
BUSINESS
Dayton-based automation manufacturer Yaskawa Motoman is expanding its operations with a new facility in Miami Township. The new facility will be used for research and development and will also serve as a training center for Yaskawa Motoman's employees and customers. The facility will feature a range of advanced technologies, including robotics and artificial intelligence, and will allow the company to develop and test new products and solutions. The expansion is part of Yaskawa Motoman's ongoing efforts to stay at the forefront of automation technology and will create new jobs in the Dayton area. Learn more here.
DAYTON VOLUNTEERS CLEAN UP 18 NEIGHBORHOODS FOR EARTH DAY
PHILANTHROPY
To celebrate Earth Day, volunteers in Dayton gathered to clean up litter and debris in 18 neighborhoods throughout the city. The effort was organized by the Living City Project and was part of the city's ongoing efforts to promote environmental sustainability. Volunteers were provided with trash bags, gloves, and other supplies and were encouraged to work in small groups to ensure social distancing. The event was a success, with volunteers collecting over 500 bags of trash and other debris. See the full story here.
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