New Dayton brewery sets opening date
Dayton’s brewery scene keeps getting better. Dayton Beer Company, the area’s newest brewery and beer hall, has set an opening date of April 23 and will begin brewing its first test batches tomorrow…
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Plans unveiled for downtown entertainment district
Two investors who are part of a development group said Tuesday they’ve purchased key commercial buildings in downtown Dayton to launch a new entertainment and residential district around East Third Street.
AleFest moving to downtown Dayton this summer
This year’s AleFest Dayton celebration of craft beer will move to the Dave Hall Plaza in downtown Dayton, its organizers announced this morning.
Craft-beer movement grows in downtown Dayton
Two new businesses opening in the coming weeks will help thrust downtown Dayton into the forefront of the nation’s exploding craft-beer movement.
New wine and coffee shop to open in downtown Dayton
A new wine and coffee shop will open downtown this summer.
New Dayton beer bar sets opening date
The quickly accelerating beer renaissance underway in downtown Dayton will take another step forward at the end of the month when The Barrel House, a beer bar and craft-beer and wine retail carryout, opens at 417 E. Third St.
Downtown Dayton: City on the Move in 2015
2015 will be a year on the move for downtown Dayton. Here are a few highlights of what you can expect in your city as we travel through the new year:
Greater Downtown Dayton Plan Update Released
Read the Greater Downtown Dayton Plan Progress Summary & Updated Recommendations for 2015-2020.
Downtown Dayton turns a corner
Dayton has had a lot of huge wins in job creation and development in the region in 2014. But to see the smiles on the faces of some of the top regional leaders at Proto Build Bar at 534 E. … Continued
New downtown Dayton spot combines technology, trendy cafe
Dayton’s coolest new space is getting ready to launch. Proto BuildBar — part cafe’, part innovation center — will open its doors on Oct. 25.
Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers opens new, larger downtown space
The restaurant now occupies a 5,000 square foot space at 130 W. Second St.,
Dragons (again) lead Minor League teams in attendance
The Dayton Dragons — who carry the record for the most sellouts in the history of American sports — led Minor League Baseball (Single-A) in attendance, yet again.
Warped Wing Brewery looking to expand already
Warped Wing Brewing Company, which opened in downtown Dayton only seven months ago, is already looking to expand.
Dr. Mike Ervin shares thoughts on the future of downtown Dayton
From running an emergency room to singing in nightclubs to pay for college, Dr. Mike Ervin has led a varied career. Now the co-chair of the Downtown Dayton Partnership devotes his life to serving on company and charitable boards in … Continued
Dayton Dragons baseball team sold to 3 investors
A deal has been reached for the Dayton Dragons minor league baseball team to be sold to three investors, according to an announcement.
Dayton Beer Company to open production brewery and beer hall downtown
The Dayton Beer Company — the father of Dayton’s current microbrewery revival — is finally going to be in Dayton. The company, which opened in a small space in Kettering more than two years ago, just signed a lease for … Continued
New Dayton distillery sets opening date
Belle of Dayton, the region’s newest distillery at 122 Van Buren St. at Wayne Avenue in the Oregon Historic District, will host its grand opening from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. June 26…
Tim Kambitsch discusses the future of the main Dayton library
The Dayton Metro Library is planning a $64 million renovation of its main facility in downtown Dayton, which will redefine the library’s purpose for years to come, says Tim Kambitsch, executive director.
Dayton “Midtown District” Plan Released
Developer Miller Valentine has released plans for the redevelopment of the 38-acre Montgomery County fairgrounds.
$4M river project to begin this fall
The $4 million project to create a downtown Dayton water recreation attraction while eliminating a dangerous low dam has passed a major regulatory hurdle and is on target for work to begin this fall.
‘The Square Is Where’ Provides Lunchtime Variety for Downtown Dayton Workers
Warmer days in downtown Dayton means summer is on its way, bringing with it free outdoor dining options and entertainment during lunch as “The Square Is Where” programs return weekdays to Courthouse Square now through September.
Urban Nights makes economic impact downtown
Dayton businesses added up the benefits of Urban Nights Monday. The event on Friday night was expected to bring in lots of people and money to downtown businesses.
Mad River Run kayak park opens in Dayton
A new fast water river recreation feature at Eastwood MetroPark drew 200 visitors from throughout southern Ohio to the official opening Monday.
Oregon District restaurant looking to expand
One of the Oregon District’s fine dining spots is looking to construct an addition. Roost Modern Italian, located at 524 E. Fifth St. in Dayton, is going before the Landmarks Commission Thursday afternoon to submit plans for a new addition, … Continued
Dayton to launch downtown bike share
A much-anticipated bike share program has received the funds it needs to move forward in downtown Dayton.