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daytondailynews.com | Russell Florence Jr.
“With ‘Fantastic Forwards,’ DCDC reveals that hip-hop is a sophisticated world language capable of expressing our deepest human struggles, complex emotions and greatest triumphs,” organizers said in press notes.
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daytondailynews.com | Russell Florence Jr.
This exhibit is developed in partnership with the Fred T. Korematsu Institute, founded in 2009 to continuing championing Korematsu’s civil rights advocacy by educating and advocating for civil liberties for all communities. “My father’s story is not a West Coast story or a Japanese American story — this is an American story," said Dr. Karen Korematsu, founder and president of the Fred T. Korematsu Institute and daughter of the late civil rights icon.
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daytondailynews.com | Russell Florence Jr.
ExploreBeckham’s first album, “Bad for Me,” was also released last year. He co-wrote nine of 13 songs and wrote three solo. “The project shows Beckham opening his soul like most would never dare and embracing a timeless country-rock sound defined by fiddles, steel guitar and plenty of against-the-grain attitude,” according to Beckham’s website. “‘Bad For Me’ is a collection of some of my favorite songs I’ve had the chance to be a part of,” said Beckham on his website.
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daytondailynews.com | Russell Florence Jr.
ExploreRalph Fiennes shines in his marvelously nuanced portrayal of Thomas Lawrence, a quietly ambitious cardinal overseeing a chaotic, competitive papal election inside the Vatican. Berger crafts the film so deftly you can actually hear Fiennes breathing in moments of heightened suspense.
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daytondailynews.com | Russell Florence Jr.
With more than half of U.S. Protestant pastors identifying Easter as the day their church typically has its highest attendance, according to Lifeway Research, several pastors across the Dayton region offered insights into the spiritual significance of Easter and the ways their congregations are meeting the moment. Embracing cultural expectationDuring any holiday season you’re likely to hear about the brand of churchgoer known as the “CEO” (Christmas and Easter Only).
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daytondailynews.com | Russell Florence Jr.
This is the third and final round of grants awarded by America 250-Ohio since its inception. The first funding cycle, announced in January 2024, awarded nearly $400,000 in grants to 23 communities and organizations for projects. The second funding cycle, announced in June 2024,awarded $600,000 to 61 recipients. Grants for the first two rounds funded community-based projects and initiatives ranging from exhibitions to public events to digital and documentary media projects.
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daytondailynews.com | Russell Florence Jr.
“We always enjoy our spring show,” Maur said. “We’ll have fun, vibrant tunes to get people pumped for the warmer weather and we’ll also have bright colored costumes. The Vod-Vil Room is very intimate as well and reminiscent of the speakeasy experience.”ExploreDatura said the show will be aligned within the more traditional burlesque aesthetic in tone and tease. “This is a classic burlesque show but with a live band,” Datura said. “We’ll have feather fans, feather boas and rhinestone costumes.
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daytondailynews.com | Russell Florence Jr.
Looking for some fun Easter egg hunts? Click here. Still in search of the Easter Bunny? Click here. In the mood for a delicious Easter brunch or dinner? Click here. Interested in attending the 84th Easter Sunrise Service at Carillon Historical Park? Click here. We definitely have you covered so get out and enjoy the Easter weekend (and be sure to keep your umbrella handy).
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daytondailynews.com | Russell Florence Jr.
The schedule:Tuesday, May 13: GZA and Lettuce with special guest Bootsy Collins. Show begins at 8:30 p.m.Friday, May 16: Adam Ray. Show begins at 7 p.m.Saturday, May 17: Adam Ray as Dr. Phil Live. Show begins at 8:30 p.m. Sunday, May 18: Dave Chappelle and Jimmy Carr. Show begins at 8:30 p.m. ExploreAll events are 21+ and a valid government issued ID is required. This is also a cell phone free event. Phones will be placed in a locked pouch.
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daytondailynews.com | Russell Florence Jr.
“One of the beautiful things I love about our church is that we are highly entrepreneurial in spirit,” said Crossroads Dayton Community Pastor Matt Castleman. “We are a church made up of young, scrappy, resourceful entrepreneurs who have a start-up mentality. We offer free co-working space throughout the week.
