Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Funding fuels community art: Centerville won a $5,000 Keep America Beautiful grant for a Stubbs Park mural inspired by The Old Tree and more trees, announced April 21 at the Arbor Day celebration -- see how funds will be used.

Breakfast chain expands footprint: Florida favorite Keke's Breakfast Cafe plans its first Ohio spot in Dayton. The company has not named the location or opening date yet, part of a wider Midwest push -- read the full story.

Transforming children's health access: Dayton Children’s received a $40 million gift from Tom Golisano and plans to rename its main campus the Golisano Comprehensive Care Campus, supporting integrated care for families in Dayton -- see how access will expand.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Brick therapy alert: Dayton Brick Shop is the local LEGO treasure trove, with retired sets, minifigs, and bulk bricks by the pound for your next MOC. Swing by Kettering or West Chester, trade in that dusty bin, then stick around for their build nights that make weeknights way more fun.

Golf, minus the chaos: Miami Valley Golf Club keeps golf refreshingly straightforward, with pure golf energy, a smooth pace, and a low-drama vibe that makes squeezing in nine after work feel easy. If your spring goal is more swings and fewer headaches, Dayton golfers have found their spot.

Brunch plans, upgraded: Table 33 fuels weekends with hot-honey butter chicken & waffles, a braised short rib Benedict, and orange custard French toast that sticks in your daydreams. Polished without being precious, it’s the spot for a treat that still feels very Dayton.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🏛 Woodland Historic Tour @ Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum | Monday (4/27) at 5:30 PM – If you like your Dayton history told by the quietest crowd in town, wander Woodland, one of America’s oldest rural cemeteries. See the Wrights, Dunbar, Erma Bombeck, and more, but reserve, wear comfy shoes, and kick in the suggested $5 to keep this place thriving.

💉 Low-Cost Dog Vaccine Clinic @ Montgomery County Employment Opportunity Center | Tuesday (4/28) at 10:00 AM – Give your pup the full tune-up for ten bucks at ARC’s low-cost vaccine clinic, rabies, distemper, the works. Montgomery County residents only, two dogs max, 2026 license required, and you can add a microchip for $10. Wallet will thank you. Few walk-ins, call ahead.

🥬 The Art of Kimchi: A Hands-On Fermentation Workshop @ The Silos | Tuesday (4/28) at 6:00 PM – Retire the sourdough starter and get hands-on with kimchi at Ferm Ground, cocktail included, confidence provided. Learn the tradition, spice it your way, and take home a quart that ferments while you relax, feel smug, and plan your next jar.

🤝 Ohio's Hospice Caregiver Resource Fair @ Kettering Health Network | Friday (5/1) at 3:00 PM – Juggling kids and aging parents? Swing by this free caregiver fair to meet folks who get it, because Google at 2 a.m. is not a care plan. Get resources on senior care, planning, and respite, connect with pros, plus chair massages and door prizes.

🎨 Artebration 2026 @ Front Street | Friday (5/1) at 5:00 PM – Ready to trade errands for art? ARTeBRATION brings family-friendly creativity, local flair, and the first Food Truck Rally of the year to Front Street, and it kicks off the weekend-long Mural Fest. Kids get messy, you get fed, everyone calls it culture.

🍎 Outdoor Farmers Market Grand Opening @ 2nd Street Market | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – 2nd Street Market is spilling outside for the outdoor farmers market grand opening, kicking off growing season with even more Saturday and Sunday vendors. Your indoor favorites are still here, now with fresh-air neighbors. Bring a tote, sensible shoes, and that I-only-need-two-tomatoes lie.

🏇 8th Annual Oregon District Derby Day @ The Oregon District | Saturday (5/2) at 12:00 PM – Derby Day in the Oregon District means cheering weenie dog races with a DORA drink, then pretending you understand fashion. Gem City Roller Derby kicks off 20 years, Nick Testa runs the soundtrack, there are adoptable puppies, and the hotdog eating finale dares your self-respect.

Remodeled in 2019, this 4-bed, 5-bath Washington Township stunner spans 6,300 square feet on 1.3 acres. A circular drive, fountain, and gas lanterns set the tone. Inside, a chef’s kitchen flaunts a 14-foot Cambria island, Wolf and Sub-Zero, while primary bath features heated floors. The walk-out level adds a black walnut bar and tin ceiling, plus a tornado safe room.