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3 days ago
- Sport
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Centerville set for first final four appearance
CENTERVILLE, Ohio (WDTN) – Centerville softball will make history on Saturday. For the first time, the Elks will be playing in the state Final Four. Centerville defeated conference rival Fairmont in the Division I Regional Final to advance to its first state semifinal appearance in school history. The Elks (17-13) face Massillon Jackson (21-7-1) on Saturday for a chance to go to the state championship. 'The goal was to win a state championship, and I think that is something that we're going to continue to work towards, and it could just as much be us as it could be anybody else,' head coach Wendell Hutchinson said. The Elks have embraced an underdog mentality as they head to Akron. After a bumpy start to the season and a fourth-place regular season finish in the G-WOC, the team feels as though it may be overlooked this weekend at state. 'A lot of people will look at that record and see the number of losses that we've had and think that we're maybe the lesser team in the Final Four,' Hutchinson said. 'But we don't look at it that way. We played as good a schedule as anybody in the state of Ohio.' 'We always kept our faith, and we always showed up,' senior outfielder Olivia Castle said. 'I think being an underdog is pretty cool and having that mentality is pretty cool… It's felt amazing to fight through the adversity and fight through all the losses and come back to be where we are now.' First pitch between Centerville and Massillon Jackson is Saturday, June 7 at 3 p.m. The winner will face the winner of Lancaster/Lebanon for the Div. I state championship on Sunday at 4 p.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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4 days ago
- Entertainment
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Local park reopens after years of renovations, in time for summer concerts
After two years of renovations and millions of dollars, a beloved park is back open and ready for thousands of people to enjoy. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] News Center 7's Amber Jenkins spoke to city leaders about the changes. She will have the latest LIVE on News Center 7 at 5:30. Just in time for summer, Stubbs Park is welcoming people back after two years of renovations. Now there is enough room for thousands of people for Centerville's summer concerts and other events. We will continue to update this story. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
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06-05-2025
- Automotive
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NASCAR driver signing autographs Wednesday at area candle store
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A professional racecar driver is traveling to Wayne County, Indiana, for an autograph signing session. From 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 7, Conor Daly will greet fans at Warm Glow Candle Outlet, located at 2131 N. Centerville Road in Centerville, Indiana. Daly will be signing autographs during the time period. Best-known for his roles as an IndyCar and NASCAR driver, Daly is also host of the 'Speed Street' podcast. The racer teased a collaboration between himself and the candle business for a new candle scent. 'Stay tuned for a special edition 'CD' candle that will be available soon 👀 it's going to smell absolutely delightful,' said Daly. To learn more about Daly, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
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06-05-2025
- General
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Centerville seniors honored with Washington Twp. scholarship awards
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – Two Centerville seniors received annual Washington Township Community Service awards on Monday. Both Barrett LeMaster and Paige Rose were honored with a proclamation by Washington Township elected officials and given an award, which includes a $1,000 scholarship. The scholarship is funded by Washington Township elected officials, the Centerville High School National Honor Society, Washington Township and Judy Blair, in memory of her husband, Terry Blair. Photo via Washington Township. Barrett LeMaster has been a member of Centerville High School's Octagon Club all four years of high school. He is serving as the vice president this year. He is also on the student council, in the National Honor Society and worked in the BOLD (Building Our Lives Drug and Alcohol Free) program. LeMaster has completed over 150 hours of service and tutoring. 'What inspired me to start volunteering was my older brother, Cooper,' said LeMaster. 'Growing up, I looked up to him – like most little brothers do. We volunteered together all the way through his high school graduation in 2023. His example showed me the impact that giving back can have – not just on others, but on yourself as well. Since then, it's been important to me to carry that forward and inspire others to get involved too.' LeMaster has advocated for Diabetes Dayton being selected as a beneficiary of the Spirit Chain fundraising competition. Which has raised over $217,000 for the charity in the last two school years. LeMaster shared a quote from Martin Luther King Jr. which has inspired him throughout his volunteering journey. 'Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?',' LeMaster said. 'It reminds me that the way we serve others defines not only the impact we make, but also who we are.' Thousands of new fish introduced to Deer Meadow Pond Paige Rose has been involved in multiple community-oriented groups, including Key Club, Octagon Club and Operation Smile. Rose has written thank you cards to veterans, made blankets for Dayton Area Refugees, decorated pumpkins for hospitalized children, created decorations for elderly residents at St. Leonard's and made cards/sock puppets for children in the hospital who suffer from cleft lip. Rose has played a key role in the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society campaign. For which she and her friends raised over $80,000 and completed over 65 community service hours. 'Through my volunteering, I have learned that I am more compassionate and empathetic than I thought,' said Rose. 'I have learned that I am a good listener and that I can really make a difference in what I do. Volunteering has taught me to always look for ways to support and help others and to appreciate my community around me.' Rose also donates blood, tutored Hispanic children in English through the El Puente program, and participated in her school's Hope Squad. She is the co-president of the National Honor Society and Spanish Club. 'Growing up in Centerville, I have been constantly surrounded by a vibrant, supportive community. Centerville inspired me to want to give back to my community and be a part of something bigger,' said Rose. Dayton library hosts veteran services and health programs The Community Service Award was established by the Washington Township Trustees to recognize student volunteers and public service. Students are selected by the advisors for Centerville High School's service organizations: Key Club, Octagon Club, Interact Club and National Honor Society. 'In every great community, there are individuals whose commitment and service will be felt for years to come. We proudly recognize these students for embodying the very spirit of service that makes our community thrive,' said Trustee President Scott Paulson. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
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06-05-2025
- Business
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Centerville restaurant abruptly closes; replacement named
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A restaurant in Uptown Centerville has quietly shut its doors for good, but another is headed to take over its place. Habibis Restaurant, located at 263 N. Main St. in Centerville, permanently closed, according to a social media post. Local cow competing in national competition for happiest The post also announced L's Kusina, an eatery serving 'Philippines-inspired cuisine,' will soon open for business at the address. The new restaurant is expected to be both family-operated and veteran-owned. An opening date for the new restaurant has not yet been announced. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
