Aimee Hancock, Dayton Daily News Journalist Profile

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Hara Arena: Readers share redevelopment ideas for vacant site

6 days ago | daytondailynews.com | Aimee Hancock

The Dayton Daily News asked residents to weigh in about what they’d like to see built at the 1001 Shiloh Springs Road spot. More than 150 people responded to the informal Dayton Daily News survey. Several respondents are hopeful for a resurgence of the former arena, while others suggest a new complex for various professional, minor league, and/or recreational sports.
Huber Heights: Projects near Rose still a go despite lack of movement

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Aimee Hancock

May 8—The area around Rose Music Center on Executive Boulevard in Huber Heights has long been a main focus for ongoing development in the city. In the past three years, at least six major projects have been proposed for the section of Executive Boulevard that spans from the intersection of Brandt Pike west toward the industrial-commercial district just northeast of I-70.
Huber Heights: Projects near Rose still a go despite lack of movement

1 week ago | daytondailynews.com | Aimee Hancock

Two of these projects have come to fruition: A Sheetz gas station opened last summer on the corner of Brandt and Executive, and a new Warped Wing restaurant/brewery location a year prior, just west of the Rose. But while plans for two large housing developments were announced in 2022 and 2023, respectively, these projects have yet to break ground.
Portion of Rip Rap Road in Huber Heights to close for two weeks

1 week ago | daytondailynews.com | Aimee Hancock

The road will reopen at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, May 21. Traffic will be detoured to Chambersburg Road and Bridgewater Road, according to officials. The affected portion of roadway is situated along the Great Miami River, in the area near the existing flood gates.
New Oregon-based shop coming to Butler Twp.

1 week ago | daytondailynews.com | Aimee Hancock

The shop will be situated just south of Taco Bell and to the north of Wings Sports Bar & Grille in the township’s Community Gateway Corridor. Weihe Engineers Inc. submitted a conditional use request in October to construct a 950-square-foot building within the York Commons subdivision. That request was unanimously approved by the board of zoning appeals. Plans show the shop will only allow for drive-thru and walk-up ordering. No indoor seating will be available.
Huber Heights Vitamin Shoppe rebrands as Wellness Shoppe

2 weeks ago | daytondailynews.com | Aimee Hancock

Martin, who holds a doctorate degree in clinical nutrition, has witnessed the transformation of the health and wellness world throughout his more than two decades of experience in the industry. “One of the more critical things that are trending today is that a lot of people are looking for ways to get away from the medication train ... more and more people are coming in and saying, ‘I don’t want to use medication for the rest of my life,’” Martin said. “...
Mary Kay Smith to fill school board seat vacated by Daniel Pierron

2 weeks ago | daytondailynews.com | Aimee Hancock

Smith is a graduate of Wayne High School. She has been a resident of Vandalia since 2008. Smith attended Denison University as well as the Ohio State University School of Medicine and Public Health. She is involved with Vandalia Youth Basketball Association as a coach and board member, is a member of the Optimist Club, and has various volunteer experience with the Vandalia-Butler school district, according to her letter.
Discount clothing store to open in former Big Lots location in Trotwood

2 weeks ago | daytondailynews.com | Aimee Hancock

Forman Mills is a warehouse-style chain that sells clothing and shoes for women, men, and children at discounted prices, according to its website, which claims to offer up to 80% off department store prices. A sign on the storefront states Forman Mills is now hiring for the Salem Avenue location. Managerial, sales, and merchandise positions are available. Those interested can text 50886 to apply, or visit the website at formanmills.com.
‘Never again’: Holocaust remembrance follows antisemitic vandalism at area restaurant

2 weeks ago | daytondailynews.com | Aimee Hancock

“When this event first started, it was just a bunch of survivors,” said Renate Frydman, whose late husband survived the Holocaust. “At that time, most of the them didn’t even talk about what they went through; it took years, and some never talked about it.”The annual Yom Hashoah Observance, a day of remembrance sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Greater Dayton’s Jewish Community Relations Council, was held Sunday at the Beth Abraham Synagogue in Moraine.
New Lebanon: A study in political malfunction

2 weeks ago | daytondailynews.com | Aimee Hancock

“This was my favorite job I’ve ever had; I loved going to work,” he said. “We were really building the department and making great progress; we were doing things well and doing things right.”Hensley’s contract was renewed in November 2023 for five years. But, just three months later, he and four other village leaders were placed on administrative leave. In November 2023, New Lebanon voters had elected a new mayor and several new councilmembers.