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What's up Dayton! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a new Air Force tech hub could reshape Dayton jobs.
  • How UD's 9/11 remembrance drew attention from media worldwide.
  • What a new $85 million Air Force deal means for Dayton.

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do an island and the letter "t" have in common? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: A stray afternoon t-storm, with a high of 86 and low of 63 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: Cooler with a shower or two, temps: high: 69, low: 59.
  • Tuesday: Cloudy with a thunderstorm, with a high of 70 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• GA-ASI Opening New Facility In Dayton, Ohio (aero-news.net) — A major defense contractor is opening a 22,000-square-foot innovation hub in Dayton, expected to create about 50 high-skilled local jobs starting in 2027. Located near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, the facility will focus on advanced Air Force hardware and software, expanding General Atomics' existing presence and deepening the region's role in cutting-edge aerospace technology.
   

• University of Dayton Issues UD in the News Wrap Up for Sept. 12-18 (targetednews.com) — The University of Dayton is highlighting how its 9/11 remembrance and faculty expertise were featured by outlets ranging from local TV to international and national publications. For Dayton residents, it's a snapshot of how the hometown university's voices are shaping conversations on history, faith, and public affairs well beyond campus.
   

• Leidos joins Anduril in U.S. Air Force design deal (defence-blog.com) — New Air Force research work tied to an $85 million contract will be carried out in Dayton through 2036, focusing on advanced digital tools for designing future aircraft. While funding is task-order based, the long-term VOLARE program strengthens Wright-Patterson–centered research and could support high-tech jobs and collaborations in the region.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I will be 77 tomorrow and still feel a lot of life in me.
    Anxious to see what the future has in store for me but I feel it will be good (Nextdoor Concept)
  • Did anyone happen to get photo/video of the Thunderbirds fly over this morning?
    I heard them, ran outside to see and the cloud cover was too thick. Wasn't sure if they dropped down closer to the AF museum over the marathon. But… (Nextdoor Linden Heights)
  • Globus Medical - NuVasive, Inc. posted a job opening for Associate Distribution Coordinator in Dayton. Apply here.
  • HES Facilities Management posted a job opening for $16-$18 Third Shift Floor Tech (9:30pm-5am M-Th/4pm-11pm Fr) #3084 in Dayton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Dayton here.

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Ok Dayton! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They are both in the middle of water. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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