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Rod Stewart’s One Last Time Tour Coming to Riverbend

November 10, 2025 By Dayton937

Two-time Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame icon Rod Stewart today announces the extension of his highly successful “One Last Time” tour in 2026. The newly added dates kick off in March and will include a stop in Cincinnati, OH at Riverbend Music Center on Sunday, August 9. Richard Marx will join as special guest.

Stewart kicked off his One Last Time World Tour in 2024, selling out shows across North America, Europe, Asia, South America, and beyond and garnering some of the best critical reviews of his career. “One Last Time” will feature a massive production and chart-topping hits spanning Stewart’s unparalleled career, his hits-packed setlist includes songs like, “You Wear It Well,” “Maggie May,” “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy,” “The First Cut is the Deepest,” “Tonight’s the Night,” “Every Picture Tells A Story,” “Infatuation,” “Forever Young,” “Ooh La La (I Wish That I Knew What I Know Now),” ”Young Turks,” Have I Told You Lately That I Love You,” “Rhythm of My Heart,” “Broken Arrow,” “Forever Young,” and many more.

On-sale beginning at 10AM on Friday, November 14 at Ticketmaster.com and Riverbend.org.

ABOUT ROD STEWART

Sir Rod Stewart is one of the best-selling artists in the history of recorded music with more than 250 million records and singles sold worldwide. His signature voice, style and songwriting have transcended all genres of popular music, including rock, folk, soul, R&B, and the Great American Songbook, making him one of the few stars to enjoy chart-topping albums throughout every decade of his career. Stewart has earned a number of the industry’s highest awards, including two inductions into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the ASCAP Founders Award for songwriting, New York Times best-selling author, GRAMMY™ Living Legend, and in 2016 he officially became “Sir Rod Stewart” after being knighted at Buckingham Palace for his services to music and charity. In 2023, his first foray outside of music, Wolfie’s Whisky, was another critical hit and has quickly been embraced worldwide. In 2024, he tackled yet another music genre with the release of Swing Fever, his 33rd studio album. The album, a collaboration with Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, a 13-track sparkling salute to the timeless songs of the big band years, garnered him his 11th No. 1 album in the U.K. – a feat he shares with David Bowie, Taylor Swift and U2 on the all-time list of acts with the most No. 1 albums in the U.K. His top selling “Once Last Time” tour has already made stops in Asia, Europe, North and South America. For more information visit RodStewart.com and follow him on Facebook ,Instagram, YouTube andTikTok.

ABOUT RICHARD MARX

Richard Marx is a Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and producer whose career has spanned four decades of chart success and creative reinvention. With over 45 million albums sold, one billion streams, and fourteen No. 1 singles to his name, Marx remains one of the most enduring and versatile talents in modern music. He is the only male artist in history to have his first seven singles reach the Top 5 on the Billboard charts, and one of only two artists—alongside Michael Jackson—to write a #1 song in four different decades.

Marx’s hits as a performer, including “Right Here Waiting,” “Hazard,” “Hold On to the Nights,” and “Satisfied,” have become timeless staples. Behind the scenes, his songwriting and production credits include career-defining tracks for Luther Vandross (the Grammy-winning “Dance with My Father”), Keith Urban, NSYNC, Barbra Streisand, Kenny Rogers, and many others.

A bestselling author, Marx released his memoir Stories to Tell in 2020, followed by his critically acclaimed 2023 album Songwriter, a genre-spanning collection featuring collaborations with both legacy artists and rising stars. In 2024, he headlined a sold-out show at London’s Royal Albert Hall and continues to tour internationally.

Marx performed the album’s lead single, “Magic Hour,” on the 2025 season finale of the Australian Dancing With the Stars and, alongside Hugh Jackman, performed another of the album’s songs, “Big Band Boogie,” at three shows from Jackman’s sold-out Radio City residency. This year, Marx also joined The Voice Australia as a coach alongside Melanie C (aka Sporty Spice), Ronan Keating, and Kate Miller-Heidke.

Beyond music, Marx is known for his philanthropy and candid, witty presence on social media. He lives in Miami and Los Angeles with his wife, Daisy Fuentes, and is currently developing a slate of TV and digital projects, including the current companion podcast and video series Stories to Tell.

Roma’s offering FREE Pizza Sunday

November 10, 2025 By Lisa Grigsby

Labi Troni, founder, owner, and operator of Roma’s Pizza and Pasta on 282 W. Central Ave. in Springboro will be giving away 200 16″ cheese pizza’s (that’s 8 large slices) on Sunday, Nov 16th from noon – 2pm, or sold out, whichever comes first. Labi says, “I make everything by hand. I make the dough and the sauce and cut up all the vegetables and make all the salads. Nothing I buy is frozen, and I make as much as I can in-house. When we run out, we are done for the day.”

Labi says, that he feels lucky to be able to take care of his family and with the current economic challenges for furloughed government workers or those not getting their SNAP benefits, he just wants to help families around the area. “I love seeing people’s faces as they enjoy the food,” said Labi, who also feeds the community whenever he can. He often works with Springboro schools, first responders and local organizations to support them with meals.

Labi works six days a week, taking Sundays off to be with his family, which includes his wife, Behrije, who works at the restaurant on Saturdays, with their daughters. But they’ll be at the eatery this Sunday, w handing out pizzas. So feel free to bring your family out and grab a pizza’s. Pizza’s will all be for carry out only.

Roma’s Pizza and Pasta
282 W. Central Ave.

Springboro, OH 45402

937) 790-1000

Mon – Sat. 11am – 9pm

Dayton Food Businesses Feeding Our Community

November 9, 2025 By Lisa Grigsby

More of our local eateries are taking inspiration for one another and putting together option

to feed people and families affected by the government shut down AND folks affected by the loss of SNAP benefits AND those experiencing feed insecurities in general. For those that need food, please allow these restaurants to help you. For those lucky enough to not need help, we’d love for you to show your support by patronizing these businesses that are stepping up to help.
You might even consider making a donation to help the free food programs. These restaurants have our heartfelt gratitude for taking care of our community

Mondays:

Brock Mastersons Catering-Events invites those in need to stop by on Monday, November 10th from 11am – 2 pm Swing by with your child to pick up their lunch to go, While supplies last.

The Last Queen Enon is offering free take-away meals from 4-6pm for anyone in need. They ask that it be one meal per person so they can help as many as possible

Tuesday:
Wheat Penny From 2pm-5:30pm single or family meals. It would be super helpful if you called and requested the meal and how many servings ahead of time but it’s not necessary. There will be no charge for the meal, friends. If you need to arrange an earlier or later pickup please call the restaurant directly at (937) 496-5268.

Wednesday:

The Blue Berry Cafe – Bellbrook & Kettering locations
Tell them you would like ___adult and ___kids meals and they will bring them right out to you! They also ask to please limit it to one meal per person so that they we can share with as many as possible. You can help support this effort with a Venmo donation: @BlueBerryCafe

Thursday:
Giovanni’s Fairborn: call ahead that would be great so they can manage the flow that would be helpful but not necessary.

Sunday:

East Dayton Meats is partnering with Benjamin The Burger Master to serve a FREE Thansgiving Dinner on Sat, 11/15 from noon – 4pm. Pick-up and go at The Burger Master, 1000 N.Main St. Dayton!

As Needed:

Cake, Hope & Love believes everyone deserves something sweet—especially during tough times. Owner Shannon Teague shared, “the government shutdown affecting so many of our neighbors, we want to help bring a little comfort and joy where it’s needed most. So they are launching a Community Cake Co-op, a way for our customers to pay kindness forward.”
If you’re needed a cake for a special occasion- you can make a request on line here.

Once again Dayton- we’re in this together and we’re here for you! You can help support these cakes with a Venmo donation at @cakenation.

Giovino’s Pizzeria– children 12 and under will get a free 6″ personal pan pizza.

Napoli’s Pizza Miamisburg We have made a decision to support families with free food who doesn’t working/not getting a paycheck/not getting unemployment and runs out of food/necessities. Please don’t let your kids go to sleep with an empty stomach. Don’t be afraid or embarrassed to send me a private message. I am more than happy to share whatever I can. I will keep secret every family that comes and gets food I will not make it public!! No one has to know and I will pretend it never happened. Just come and Pickup. What’s understood never has to be.

Say Yes Cakes can afford to provide 3 free cakes/month and will be happy to supply them to those that need to celebrate a family birthday. To order call 937-951-2253. You can Donate at Venmo @sayyescakes, name on account Jennifer Coyle, last 4 of phone # 8321 or Cashapp. $JenniferCoyle67

The Root Beer Stande- We will be giving away a free kid’s meal once a day to kids on snap in need while the shut down continues. Just show us the card. If you’re a kid by yourself and can’t; just have conversation with us. You can pick from a grilled cheese, hot dog, burger, or peanut butter and jelly. They come with fries, drink, and some fruit. We won’t be asking a million questions. You are welcome to donate to the cause. We take checks and cash in person. We have a fund going. . Anything and everything is appreciated and being put to good use.

PayPal [email protected], Cashapp $rootbeerstande, Venmo emily collins @rootbeerstande

If you know of other programs, please add them in the comments below.

Last Queen Offering Free Meals on Monday

November 9, 2025 By Lisa Grigsby

British native Adrian Shergill, owner of The Last Queen gastropub in Enon

The Last Queen in Enon has just announced they will be offering free take-away meals on Monday from 4-6pm for anyone in need. They will continue this until further notice.

They said, we’ve been so inspired by the kindness shown by many of you, and by other local restaurants stepping up to help — including The Blue Berry Cafe and Giovanni’s Fairborn. Their generosity has reminded us of what community truly means, and we aim to follow their lead.

If you or someone you know could use a meal, please come by — no questions, no expectations, just good food and community care. We’re all in this together and we look forward to seeing you Monday between 4 to 6pm.

Cheers, from The Last Queen.”

The Last Queen

210 E Main St.
Enon, OH,

937-340-6032

Cake Hope & Love Launches Community Cake Co-op

November 7, 2025 By Dayton937

Cake Hope & Love believes everyone deserves something sweet—especially during tough times.

Owner Shannon Teague shared, “the government shutdown affecting so many of our neighbors, we want to help bring a little comfort and joy where it’s needed most. So they are launching a Community Cake Co-op, a way for our customers to pay kindness forward.”

Here’s how it works:

You can donate any amount—$10, $20, $50, or more—and they’ll use 100% of those funds to bake and gift cakes to families and individuals affected by the shutdown. No strings. No spotlight. Just a genuine gesture of care from one neighbor to another.

They’ll handle the baking and throw in a extra dozen of cupcakes! You just help us fill the world with a little more love (and frosting).

Because sometimes, a slice of cake is more than just dessert, it’s hope.

Donate online here

If you’re needed a cake for a special occasion- you can make a request on line here.

Cake, Hope and Love
1490 N Fairfield Rd, Ste B
Beavercreek, OH, 45432

(937) 912-9253

Tues – Fri 10am – 6pm
Sat 10am – 2pm

Gulzar’s First Ever Chef Dinner

November 6, 2025 By Lisa Grigsby

After creating quite a following with their downtown restaurant, Gulzar’s Indian Cuisine will be hosting its first private Dinner with the Chef event on Thursday, November 13th at 6- 8pm.

This event offers an opportunity to try some of Chef Jay’s very favorite dishes, ask him questions and indulge in some of India’s finest wine.

This is an exclusive event only available to 10 special guests. Get your $100 ticket now!

Reserve your seat at the table here.

The Menu:

Starters:

Fried Salmon with R4ddish
Spinach Pakora Chat

Entrees:

Lamb Shank Curry with Spiced Rice
Homestyle Chicken Curry with Lentil Wafers
Street Style Chickpeas with potatoes in a Pita Pocket
Yellow Moong Massoor Lentil with Home Style Roti

Dessert:

Fried Sweet Pretzel with Condensed Cardamon Milk

Wines:
Sula, Sparkling Brut
Sula, Sauvignon Blanc

Owners Jay and Deepika

Gulzar’s Indian Cuisine

219 N Patterson Blvd
Dayton, OH 45402

(937) 985-9420

41 Grill & Draft House Now in Troy

November 6, 2025 By Lisa Grigsby

Kim Frazier opened Speakeasy Ramen in Springfield in May of 2019 and it quickly gained the reputation as Springfield’s 5 star Dive Bar! A serial entrepreneur with a background in food service, she acquired the 571 Grill and Draft House in New Carlisle in December of 2024 and in April of 2024 she purchased Speakeasy Miso in Troy.

In a very candid conversation with Frazier, she admitted that Speakeasy Miso hadn’t been profitable since it had opened in 2023. The space was huge and while they did have some raving fans, just not enough of the community embraced the ramen and sushi concept and the rising cost of the Asian goods just weren’t adding up for profit and she knew it was time to pivot.

What she knew would work in Troy was a traditional eatery with a more approachable menu with great craft cocktails, like she was running at the 571 Grill in New Carlisle. So last week the new signs went up and 41 Grill & Draft House was born. Frazier admits it will be a slow transformation, as her kitchen team is adapting menu items from the New Carlisle eatery as well as creating some new dishes of their own. Of course they are bringing over the best selling burgers, but they will also put an emphasis on vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options for their guests. Their chefs are currently working on perfecting a black bean burger they all approve of.

They’ve already added big sellers like their mac and cheese balls to the transitioning menu.

Guests will also be able to enjoy thier Smoked Wings- Brined overnight and then, dry rubbedwith 13 spices, and slow smoked for 3+ hours; then flash fry them per order.

The plan is currently to grow the limited starting menu over the next few weeks, eventually adding a pizza oven and a few elevated dinner options like salmon and steaks, do a little refreshing of the interior and host a grand opening after the holidays.

41 Grill & Draft House

101 W Main Street
Troy, OH 45373

937-703-1103

Monday-Thursday: 11am-8pm

Friday & Saturday: 11am-9pm

Subway Festive Feast Collection

November 5, 2025 By Lisa Grigsby

We might all say that the Thanksgiving feast is our favorite part of the holiday—and don’t get us wrong, gathering around the table is special. But if we’re being honest, the real magic often happens the next day, when all the leftovers are piled high between two slices of bread in a perfectly messy, flavor-packed Thanksgiving sandwich. You just can’t beat that day-after bite.

Three deli sandwiches with fillings including turkey cheese vegetables and sauce placed on a branded paper wrapper with dipping sauce

Subway is introducing its Festive Feast Collection, featuring three all-new sandwiches that deliver pure post-holiday comfort in every bite.

First up is the Festive Turkey, stacked with Subway’s signature oven-roasted turkey. Next is the Festive Chicken, featuring juicy, rotisserie-style chicken cooked sous vide for extra tenderness. And the star of the show: the TurHamKen. Here you have Subway’s clever take on the Turducken, layering oven-roasted turkey, Black Forest ham, and rotisserie-style chicken together into one meat-lover’s sub.

Each sub comes topped with Monterey Cheddar cheese, spinach, red onions, and mayo. And, like the fast food chains that came before it, Subway is going all in on the taste of Thanksgiving, topping each sandwich with a brand-new stuffing and cranberry sauce.

If you’d rather stick with your usual sub order, but still want to add a slightly festive twist, you can. Both the stuffing and cranberry sauce are available to add to any sandwich for just $1 extra.

The Festive Feast Collection hits Subway locations nationwide on Nov. 13, giving you plenty of time to enjoy a taste of Thanksgiving before the big day—and hopefully long after, too.

Local Pie Shop Hosting Pie Raffle to Help The Hungry

November 4, 2025 By Lisa Grigsby

Partial to Pie Bakery has already maxed out their capacity for making for pies for Thanksgiving with pre-orders, but they know more people want pies. So they’ve decided to raffle off a Holiday pie for Thanksgiving that will benefit Gem City Action and Miami Valley Meals.

Tickets are $2 each or $3 for $5. Cash only, no limit on how many you can purchase.

One lucky winner will get to a pie for the holiday (11/26)

(pumpkin, pecan or sweet potato)

Raffle drawing will take place Thursday 11/20

All proceeds will be split 50/50 with gemcity action and Miami valley Meals

So whether you missed out on getting your pie order in for the holidays or just want to support a good cause, stop by the bakery to buy some raffle tickets!

Partial To Pie

200 Shroyer Rd.,

Dayton, OH 45419

(937) 813-8851

Tues- Fri 7am – 3pm
Sat 7am – noon

Hardee’s Grilled Cheese lineup

November 4, 2025 By Dayton937

Grilled cheese is back on the menu at Hardee’s with the return of the fan-favorite Grilled Cheese Bacon Burger and Grilled Cheese Breakfast Sandwich at participating locations

With prices starting at $4.79 (may vary by location), here’s a closer look at Hardee’s Grilled Cheese lineup:

Grilled Cheese Bacon Burger: A 100% Angus beef patty topped with crispy cherrywood‑smoked bacon, American and Swiss cheeses, and mayonnaise on toasted, buttery sourdough.
Grilled Cheese Breakfast Sandwich with Sausage: A grilled sausage patty topped with American and Swiss cheeses and a fried egg on toasted, buttery sourdough bread.
Grilled Cheese Breakfast Sandwich with Bacon: Crispy cherrywood-smoked bacon topped with American and Swiss cheeses and a fried egg on toasted, buttery sourdough bread.

Also back for the holiday season is the popular Cinnamon ‘N’ Raisin Biscuit, available in single, two-pack, and four-pack options, featuring a baked-in-house biscuit loaded with raisins and cinnamon, finished with a drizzle of icing.

Available all day, each Cinnamon ‘N’ Raisin Biscuit carries a suggested price of $1.74, although prices may vary depending on location.

Dayton at Work and Play: Tour of Judge Steven K. Dankof’s courtroom

November 3, 2025 By Bill Franz

Recently three of my NOT CRIMINAL pieces were exhibited at the Edward A. Dixon Gallery (222 N St Clair). I was with Ed Dixon at the gallery when Judge Dankof came in and bought one of the pieces. He said he planned to hang it in his courtroom, and that he’d invite us there when he had it up.

We visited last week. You can tell before you even enter that Judge Dankof’s courtroom is unique. His door has a PLEDGE OF FAIRNESS plaque, inspired by one used in all courts in Alaska. In the pledge, the judge promises that he will listen to any person involved in a proceeding, that he will answer their questions, and that he will treat them with respect.

Entering the courtroom you see a lot of art, including two beautiful pieces by the Judge’s wife, artist Nancy Dankof. One was Nancy’s portrait of Dayton’s Grafton Payne. My NOT CRIMINAL piece was hung at the front of the courtroom near a portrait of Frederick Douglass.

At the rear of the courtroom there were three portraits. Two show William Sherman and Ulysses Grant, Union generals from Ohio. The third shows capitol policeman Eugene Goodman who single-handedly diverted a mob of January 6 rioters away from the Senate chambers. There were also portraits of Bobby Kennedy, and a quote by John Lewis: “If you see something that is not right, not fair, not just, you have a moral obligation to do something about it”.

I asked Judge Dankof why he had filled his court with art. “There’s a lot of stress in a courtroom – on defendants, jurors, lawyers and even on the judge” he explained. “I should do anything I can to reduce that level of stress. A prosecuting attorney once asked a prospective juror to look at the art in the courtroom and use one word to describe it. She said ‘Welcoming.’ That’s exactly what I was going for.”

The Judge told me he’d gotten several positive comments about the NOT CRIMINAL piece since he’d put it up, including from an attorney from Mexico City who was in the courtroom as an interpreter. Thirty of my NOT CRIMINAL pieces are now in people’s homes, at church, at non-profits, in lawyer’s offices and now in a courtroom. If you’d like one, they are available for the cost of printing. Contact me at [email protected]

D’s Birria and More Has A New Location!

November 3, 2025 By Lisa Grigsby

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Chef Darion Laquan Lewis who runs D’s Birria and More, which originally opened in Miamisburg in 2022 as More Than A Apron has closed down this location.

He will now running his business out of the kitchen of The Dog Leg Tavern (formerly Boston’s Bistro for you old Daytonians),
a private sports bar in Harrison Township, located at
7500 N Main St, Dayton, OH 45415. Chef Lewis shared “he loved being in Miamisburg but the traffic was inconsistent and he just needed a better situation to succeed.” He was approached by an employee of the Tavern and asked to take over the kitchen.

The Dog Leg is open to the public daily from 11am – 3pm so anyone can stop by for lunch. After 3pm Chef Lewis will offer carry out orders you can pick up at the side kitchen door, pay via card when you pull up, or pay ahead with Venmo, Cash App or Apple Pay, or order delivery through Door Dash. He’ll be cooking from 11am – 9pm. He also still has a food truck for onsite events and catering.

You also have the option to join the private club for about $50/year. Hours for the club are Monday- Sunday 11-11pm.

Here’s the new menu:

Blue Berry Cafe Offering Free Meal For Furloughed Workers

November 2, 2025 By Lisa Grigsby

Kelley Andary, owner Blue Berry Cafe

Blue Berry Cafe owner Kelley Andary has one of the biggest hearts in the business. Here’s the latest example of this, she posted on Facebook:

“One of my best friends works at WPAFB. She is also a single mom to a spunky and sweet little girl. I check in with her about once a week. She is being super smart with her money and budgeting like crazy…but i can hear the stress in her voice…super hard as she tries to not to let her daughter know what is going on.

She just started dipping into her savings to pay for things.

So I talked to the staff and we thought…what can we do for our friends?!?

Well, While it may not be much…we feel a meal made and packaged with love is a perfect way for us to “do something. ”And with that, we would like to offer a free meal prepared by our very own Chef Jaime and Staff.

Our first meal will be available for pick up starting on Wednesday, November 5th and offered until we give them all away!

Just come in to our Kettering location and see the hosts…tell them you would like ___adult and ___kids meals and they will bring them right out to you!

*please one meal per person so that we can share with as many as possible

The pre-packaged meals will be in microwaveable containers and are at no cost.”

After many comments on the above Facebook post from folks wanting to help they’ve share their Venmo: @BlueBerryCafe

It will use only to help pay for groceries and take out containers and other community projects. But, also…please just keep coming to the cafe and being our customer

Buffalo Wild Wings New Brown Sugar Heat Sauce

November 2, 2025 By Lisa Grigsby

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Buffalo Wild Wings is cranking up the flavor with its newest limited-time sauce: Brown Sugar Heat! This bold flavor features a rich brown sugar glaze with a spicy kick from black pepper and smoked chile seasonings – a perfect combo of sweet and heat that fans won’t want to miss.

Explore the Water Street District Pint Path

November 2, 2025 By Dayton937

Sip your way through local brews, grab a bite at buzzworthy spots and discover why Water Street District is where Dayton comes to play. Pick up a free Water Street District Pint Path passport from any participating business. Once a passport has been picked up, purchase a menu item of choice at each stop to receive a stamp on the passport.

Once you’ve sipped and stamped at all 14 locations, turn in your passport to Water Street District’s leasing office (115 Madison Street) to claim your prize. Pint Path Passport stops can be completed at the leisure of each participant. Cheers! Please remember to drink responsibly.

Participating businesses