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Versailles Poultry Days to cluck about

Jill Drury — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 02:28:12 GMT

It is all things 'chicken' all weekend long in Versailles.

Mark's Mailbag: June 14

Mark Allan — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 00:39:11 GMT

2 NEWS anchor Mark Allan answers all your questions about what you see on WDTN 2 NEWS. Mark Allan can currently be seen weekdays on 2 NEWS at 5:00, 6:00.

2 NEWS team earns Emmy nominations

Jill Drury — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 11:00:00 GMT

Several members of the 2 NEWS team celebrate Emmy nominations in the Ohio Valley Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.

Team Bailey wins Savings Race 5

Jill Drury — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 23:15:51 GMT

Team Bailey officially crossed the finish line in first place during 2 NEWS at 6 on Tuesday. Bailey Spitler receives a $10,000 scholarship to the school of her choice.

Staycation vs vacation, you choose

Staff Reports — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 01:29:36 GMT

The Montgomery County and Dayton Visitors Bureau says there are plenty of places to take the family for a good time.

Job fair's theme 'Empowering Women'

Marsha Bonhart — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 23:10:53 GMT

A local church with the assistance of local social service agencies and Montgomery County Jobs and Family Services, has a plan.

Mark's Mailbag: June 7

Mark Allan — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 23:00:41 GMT

2 NEWS anchor Mark Allan answers all your questions about what you see on WDTN 2 NEWS. Mark Allan can currently be seen weekdays on 2 NEWS at 5:00, 6:00.

Get Outdoors events for Saturday

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 21:41:01 GMT

Saturday will mark the fifth annual "National Get Outdoors" Day; and there are several opportunities for Miami Valley kids to get a hands-on outdoor education experience.

Illness does not stop Roy Davis

Katie Ussin — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 23:39:31 GMT

Everything changed in June 2011. Roy contracted a flesh eating bacteria, presumably through a cut on his leg. It devoured his body. Doctors had to remove his lower legs, much of his muscles and fingers to save his life.

A second chance at a fresh start

Jordan Burgess — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 22:02:50 GMT

One group hopes its second try at finding a safe haven for women trying to escape the sex trade will give them a second chance of their own.

Program stops young fire setters

Jordan Burgess — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 22:38:07 GMT

2 NEWS looks at the program that makes sure kids who set fires never set another one.

Equipment donation for field of dreams

Mark Allan — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 01:42:39 GMT

Response has been overwhelming since we told you about officers Matt Heiser and Jeff Hieber and their dream to bring an unused baseball diamond back to life.

Career Fair wants to empower women

Jill Drury — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 00:57:23 GMT

The fair will include education, training and resource organizations to provide professional development.

Inspirational runner back in finals

Jordan Burgess — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 21:53:30 GMT

A West Liberty-Salem runner returns to the state finals a year after her act of sportsmanship there got worldwide attention and waiting for her will be a familiar face.

Troy turns strawberry red this weekend

Jill Drury — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 01:22:58 GMT

The levee along the Great Miami River is packed with people coming to celebrate everything 'strawberry'. In fact, up to 100,000 people are expected through the weekend.

Bike summit brings money to Springfield

Rob Sneed — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 00:18:48 GMT

The city of Springfield is using pedal power to drive economic development with the Miami Valley Cycling Summit.

KHN, Dragons team to Strike Out Stroke

Fri, 31 May 2013 16:23:39 GMT

Kettering Health Network will partner with the Dayton Dragons this weekend to Strike Out Stroke. Stroke survivor Linda Langenderfer will throw out the first pitch at the Dayton Dragons game on Sunday, June 2, at 2 p.m.

Money gets kids to school safely

Staff Reports — Fri, 31 May 2013 01:25:08 GMT

Ohio's Safe Routes to School Program helps communities create ways for kids to walk or bike to class safely.

Field of dreams needs your help

Mark Allan — Thu, 30 May 2013 23:39:37 GMT

A police officer is trying to turn an overgrown diamond into a field of dreams for some Dayton kids. He now needs you to step up to the plate to make those dreams come true.

New owner takes over Kettering business

Dan Edwards — Thu, 30 May 2013 19:31:41 GMT

With the new ownership comes a new "cost-cutting" concept, where stylists no longer work for commission but are paid directly by their clients.

Woman travels any distance to help vets

Staff Reports — Thu, 30 May 2013 01:43:44 GMT

Lisa Groves is the founder of Veteran's Connection in West Virginia.

Troy Strawberry Festival 2013

Wed, 29 May 2013 18:46:56 GMT

The Troy Strawberry Festival features over 200 artists and crafters as well as over 70 amazing food booths run by Miami County non-profits with many strawberry dishes as well as fair food! Festival Chairperson Dee Mahan and Entertainment Chair Roberta Jacobs give us the details.

Bark Park Bake Sale

Wed, 29 May 2013 18:34:14 GMT

Tanya North tells us about an event where you can eat great food and support pets in the community that are in need.

King of the Road Blood Drive

Wed, 29 May 2013 17:43:52 GMT

Gover Harley Davidson in Piqua and CBC have partnered up for the "King of the Road Summer Blood Drive" Campaign. Gover Harley Davidson owner and manager Tracy Gover is on the Road King along with CBC's Mark Pompilio.

Archaeology Day at Fort Ancient

Tue, 28 May 2013 18:19:43 GMT

Get your hands dirty and explore the history and culture of Southern Ohio. Curator of Archaeology, Bill Kennedy, is here to tell us more about Archaeology Day at Fort Ancient.

Film Dayton Festival

Tue, 28 May 2013 18:13:52 GMT

You don't have to go all the way to Hollywood to make movies, there is a way to hone your film making skills right here in Dayton. Megan Cooper from Film Dayton is here to tell us more.

Dayton Ballet Class for Summer

Tue, 28 May 2013 18:10:18 GMT

For something fun and educational for your kids this summer, ballet might be the answer and Dayton has a lot of classes to offer. From The Dayton Ballet school, Carol Jean Heller and Kate DeLon are here to tell us about them.

Ohio Renaissance Festival

Tue, 28 May 2013 18:07:10 GMT

What better way to learn about Dayton history than to be transported back to that time period? Today we have the "Wench a Wailing", Jennifer Brough, to tell us about the Ohio Renaissance Festival.

Creating a Cycle of Economic Growth

Tue, 28 May 2013 18:03:17 GMT

There are so many avid bike riders out there in Dayton. Now, you can ride while helping spur the economic growth in the community, all at the same time. Louis Agresta and Andy Williamson are here with more.

Traffic Light Singles Party

Tue, 28 May 2013 18:00:17 GMT

The colors you wear to Scene 75 this weekend could make all the difference. Kara Anderson from the Scene 75 Party Office is here to tell us about their Traffic Light Party.