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Get $2k a Week to Drink Fanta

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Fanta has posted a virtual “Help Wanta’d” sign and looking for “Guru of Deliciousness.” The contest that aims to give three lucky fans a summer gig that they actually Wanta do. Winners can drink orange and get green – CASH!
The Guru of Deliciousness offers a fun and unique experience that allows winners to sip Fanta while doing what they Wanta this summer – all while getting paid! The winners will be tasked to capture their authentic summer lifestyle and adventures to share on social media throughout the month of July.
The Guru of Deliciousness experience will pay (3) winners $2,000 per week for five weeks to post about their love of the delicious drink on TikTok weekly. In addition to the weekly payment, the Guru will be able to do more of what they WANTA with a month’s supply of Fanta, trips, merch, gifts, and more that make this position a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Winner must be 16 or older.
Entry deadline is June 14, 2024. All details and application are at https://www.coca-cola.com/us/en/offerings/fanta-help-wantad

Mudlick Tap House relocating To Uptown Centerville

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Mudlick Tap House’s existing building location at 135 E. Third Street recently hit the market for sale. “The restaurant is very much alive and well,” said Jennifer Dean, Proprietor. “After ten years in business, nearly eight of them in downtown Dayton, we have decided to relocate to Uptown Centerville,” added Dean.

The new location will be located at 110 W. Franklin Street. The new restaurant will be a 6,000 SF, single-story building with a patio. The current building is three stories and 14,800 SF. Forrest Williams, Jennifer’s husband and business partner, grew up in Centerville, both have local roots and were looking to downsize their restaurant footprint. “This location presented a great opportunity to get back to the area where we grew up and become a part of the growing Uptown Centerville redevelopment,” said Dean.

The owners plan to operate business as usual until construction on their new Centerville location is complete, likely in Spring 2025. “Our customers are the backbone of our business, we are grateful for their years of loyalty and look forward to serving them now and in the future,” said Dean.

“We are thrilled to announce our deal with Mudlick Tap House,” said Danielle Kuehnle, Senior VP, Sales and Leasing at Oberer Realty Services. Mudlick will be the sole tenant of the new freestanding building. “They are a wonderful fit for area and will bring a casual, family friendly dining option to Uptown. Forrest and Jennifer have an excellent reputation for great food and service,” added Kuehnle who also has the existing location listed for sale.

 

Brunch at The Brightside This Sunday

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According to Brightside owner Carli Dixon, she’s excited to host “an elevated food truck rally” at her Third Street Location.  Being able to offer outdoor patio seating as well as indoor air conditioned seating. Indoor bathrooms are another plus and have the VodVil Bar open to serve up mimosas, Bloody Mary and other cocktails.  Dixon also points out that since the food trucks can plug into their electric service, there won’t be the loud generators that you so often hear at rallies.

The following trucks are scheduled to appear this Sunday, June 9th from 10am – 3pm:

    • Cruisin Cuisine


      Breakfast-totchos from Home-Cooked-Vibes

    • Fifty5 Rivers Cold Brew
    • Home Cooked Vibes
    • Side Chick Waffles
    • The Smoqehouse
    • Yummy Gyro

Dixon says if all goes well, they hope to have brunch rallies monthly this summer.

Entry is FREE to this family friendly food truck rally.
The Brightside is located at 905 East Third Street in
downtown Dayton.

Butter Cafe Summer Specials

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Butter Cafe on Brown Street is introducing a new menu of Summer Specials:
They also are featuring an  $8 Burger Special
🍔 single-patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, available Monday-Thursday, dine-in or carry-out (veg substitute honored)
And they’ve just introduced an Orange Creamsicle Champagne Float (avail Vegan too)

Butter Cafe
1106 Brown St,
Dayton, OH, 45409

937-985-9917

Mon – Fri 8am – 2pm
Sat & Sun 9am – 3pm

 

Cold Stone Creamery New Summer Flavors

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Cold Stone Creamery is embracing the summer ice cream season with a lineup of new and flavors. Ice cream enthusiasts are invited to enjoy the Ultimate Ice Cream Experience all summer long with an array of creations that cater to every palate.

This summer, Cold Stone Creamery is introducing its newest flavor: Caramel Truffle Ice Cream. This blend of chocolate and caramel is perfect for those seeking a rich and satisfying treat. Try it in the Stuck Together Like Caramel & Fudge Creation, featuring the crunchy goodness of HEATH bar, and luxurious swirls of caramel and fudge.

Cold Stone’s iconic Birthday Cake Remix is back to bring the joy of childhood celebrations. Dive into the creamy delight of Cake Batter Ice Cream adorned with vibrant rainbow sprinkles, chewy chunks of brownie, and rich fudge. Every bite is a festive celebration.

For cookie dough fans, the Dough for It! Creation offers an experience with Classic Cookie Dough Ice Cream, studded with chocolate chips and chunks of cookie dough, and finished with a delightful crunch of sugar crystals.

These special summer Creations are available for a limited time, offering a must-try experience for anyone seeking a taste of summer. Visit your nearest Cold Stone Creamery® location today to indulge in these delightful treats, available until August 27.

Promotional Creations:

  • Stuck Together Like Caramel & Fudge: Caramel Truffle Ice Cream, HEATH Bar, Caramel & Fudge
  • Birthday Cake Remix: Cake Batter Ice Cream with Rainbow Sprinkles, Brownie & Fudge
  • Dough For It!: Classic Cookie Dough Ice Cream with Chocolate Chips, Cookie Dough & Sugar Crystals
University of Dayton
135 Jasper St ·
135 Jasper Street,
Dayton, OH 45409
(937) 952-6000
6815 Miller Ln
Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 264-9758
The Greene
84 Chestnut St
Dayton, OH 45440
(937) 320-9950
1187 Experiment Farm Rd, Ste A
Troy, OH 45373

Taco Bell Launches Giant Cheez-It

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Taco Bell and Cheez-It have launched a game-changing duo of menu items: The Big Cheez-It Crunchwrap Supreme and the Big Cheez-It Tostada. These new offerings feature a Cheez-It cracker that’s 16 times larger than the original, delivering a unique crunch-to-cheese experience.

Taco Bell Rewards Members will get exclusive access to these cheesy delights via the Taco Bell app, ahead of a nationwide release on June 6.

A Cheesy Revolution

The partnership between Taco Bell and Kellanova (the parent company of Cheez-It) first made waves in 2022 with a limited test run of the Big Cheez-It Crunchwrap Supreme and Tostada at a Taco Bell in Irvine, CA. The trial was a resounding success, prompting both brands to expand the rollout. Announced at Taco Bell’s inaugural Live Más LIVE event, the nationwide debut promises to delight fans across the country.

Think 16x Bigger

The Big Cheez-It products are built on a 16x larger cracker platform, creating a unique flavor profile for the Crunchwrap Supreme and Tostada. Made with 100% real cheese and familiar Cheez-It ridges, these oversized crackers are the perfect canvas for Taco Bell’s innovative menu items.

The New Lineup

  • Big Cheez-It Crunchwrap Supreme ($5.49): This revamped Crunchwrap features seasoned beef, nacho cheese sauce, lettuce, sour cream, and tomatoes, with the classic tostada shell swapped for a giant Cheez-It cracker, all wrapped in a grilled tortilla.
  • Big Cheez-It Tostada ($3.99): The Tostada is topped with seasoned beef, tomatoes, lettuce, shredded cheese, and sour cream, all on a colossal Cheez-It cracker.
  • Big Cheez-It Box ($8.99): This combo includes the Big Cheez-It Crunchwrap Supreme, a Beefy 5-Layer Burrito, Nacho Fries, and a medium drink.

 

 

Buffalo Wild Wings Adds Luau BBQ Wings

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Buffalo Wild  Wings might be the perfect spot to watch all the action, the chicken wings can avert attention away from those screens. Hitting the menu for summer are two options. First, the new Luau BBQ features a sweet and smoky pineapple BBQ sauce. Although this idea might not necessarily be the same as chicken from the grill on the Big Island, it offers a taste of the tropics.

Buffalo Wild Wings Luau BBQ

The slight smoky note with the sweetness of the pineapple is a great combination. Whether enjoyed on chicken wings or highlighted in a wrap, the flavor fills a gap on the menu. While there are plenty of spicy or even swicy options, this Hawaiian inspired flavor is different. It has nuance without venturing too far from the familiar.

In addition to the Luau BBQ, Buffalo Wild Wings is bringing back Buffalo Ranch. While ranch is a chicken wings staple, the buffalo kick makes it bolder. The flavor is not too extreme. It’s like getting a sauce and a dip in one bite. The ranch does not totally temper the buffalo flavor, like with a dip, but it is a more approachable spicy option.

According to Tristan Meline, Chief Marketing Officer at Buffalo Wild Wings, bringing Buffalo Ranch back was a direct response to guests’ requests. That flavor has and will continue to be a favorite.

For wings fans BWW is offering a  great food deals on Mondays and Wednesdays.  Guests can enjoy the All You Can Eat Boneless Wings and Fries for $19.99 for  dine-in only.

New Breakfast Spot in Brookville

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There’s a new breakfast spot open in Brookville.  Opened last Saturday Scramble by Cafe 19. was opened by the same folks that operate two Cafe 19 coffee shops.

Cafe 19′s coffee shops are located at 19 E. National Road in Englewood  and 7 S. Miami St. in West Milton. The coffee shops have been successful and they owners wanted to offer a full service eatery after an increased demand for food at their Englewood shop.

Here’s their first menu:

Owners Dillon Allen and Elizabeth Brunotte said the first week went well even though they had some hiccups with their air conditioning.  They’ll be open 7am – 2pm, Wed- Sunday, with plans to expand their hours as their staff settles in, adding lunch items like sandwiches, smash burgers and fresh-cut fries to the menu.

Scramble by Cafe 19

302 Market Street,
Brookville, OH, 45309
(326) 699-6054
Wed – Sun 7am – 2pm

Today is National Donut Day!

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It’s National Donut Day! The annual celebration always happens on the first Friday in June. The first-ever National Donut Day took place in Chicago in 1938 to honor the history of the Salvation Army’s Donut Lassies. This group of women were sent to France in 1917 to care for wounded soldiers and provide a boost of morale in donut form.

Here’s a list of places where you can score free and discounted donuts

Check out these deals”


The Donut Haus
305 W Central Ave, Springboro

Bear Creek Donuts
80 S. Main Street, Miamisburg

Any purchase will land you into a raffle for the following prizes:
12 Free Variety Dozens
12 Free 1/2 Variety Dozens
1 Free Variety Dozen
1 Free T shirt, Coffee Bag, or Mug
Also any purchase of a dozen or more will receive a free 13th donut.

Bill’s Donut Shop
268 N Main St, Centerville

Offering one free peanut butter jelly-filled donut to all customers starting at 7:00 AM while supplies last.

Donut Palace
5264 Salem, Ave, Trotwood
5115  Old Troy Pike, Huber Heights

Today is your last day to sign up for our email list and receive a coupon for 6 FREE TWIST DONUTS to redeem on Friday June 7, National Donut Day! No purchase necessary!
Follow these easy steps:
-Receive your emailed coupon
-Show it to the cashier at any Donut Palace location on June 7th
Our Trotwood location is open from 6am-7pm
Our Huber Heights location is open from 5:30am-2pm

Duck Donuts

Giving out free cinnamon sugar donuts all day!
No purchase necessary; in-shop only!
One donut per guest per visit.

Glazed Donut Eatery
607 N. Detroit Street, Xenia

$1. for all regular donuts
Buy a specialty coffee drink, and get a regular donut free🍩

Jim’s Donuts
122 E. National Road, Vandalia

Stan the Donut Man
1441 Wilmington Ave, Dayton

2 New Tostada’s at Taco John’s

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Taco John’s is reinforcing its commitment to delivering quality and value by expanding its ValuEST menu with two new offerings: the Refried Bean Tostada, priced at $2, and the Beefy Tostada, priced at $3.

These new Tostadas start with crispy corn tortilla shells, freshly cooked in-restaurant each day. Each Tostada features five layers of flavorful toppings, including 100% North American beef or refried beans, all-natural Cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, housemade Pico de Gallo, and queso fresco. Perfectly portioned for a hearty snack or a meal addition, the new Tostadas are available starting today for a limited time at participating Taco John’s locations.

The ValuEST menu, designed to provide delicious and satisfying options at budget-friendly prices, now boasts nine items ranging from $2 to $4. Other favorites on the menu include the Cheesy Beef and Potato Taco, Four-Cheese Quesadilla, Spicy Chicken and Potato Griller, and Bean Burrito. This expansion comes as dining out becomes more expensive and other value menus shrink, highlighting Taco John’s commitment to offering more value choices without sacrificing taste or quality.

Tuesday is Burger Night at Giovanni’s

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Giovanni’s owner Cassaundra Spaziani has announced the Fairborn eatery will open up this Tuesday June 4th from 4-8 for a special BURGER NIGHT! The special menu will include the following burgers:

Cassaundra says they are working on the finishing touches to a new burger to be announced. The last time they did a burger night they sold out  the Gorgonzola Stuffed Burger, Meatball Patty Melt, and the Pizza Burger last time. They  will definitely make sure they are  prepare more this time around!

Side available will include Italian Coleslaw, pasta salad, homemade onion rings and fries.

Happy hour priced drink pricing will be in effect for Burger Night. Tell them DaytonDining sent you!

Giovanni’s Fairborn

215 W Main St,
Fairborn, OH,  45324
(937) 878-1611

Brisket On The Menu at Rally’s

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Rally’s, an iconic drive-thru restaurant chain known for flavorful craveable food at a great value, is now offering a new line of brisket menu items oozing with juicy flavor for a limited time only including the BBQ Brisket Melt, Brisket Bosswich® and Brisket Loaded Fries. Just in time for summer, you won’t want to miss these new items, giving those who love brisket all the more reason to celebrate.

The delicious BBQ Brisket Melt will be available at participating Checkers & Rally’s locations nationwideuntil July 28.
The delicious BBQ Brisket Melt will be available at participating Rally’s locations nationwide until July 28.

Available now at participating locations nationwide,  Rally’s offers a slow cooked BBQ experience to its guests through the following menu items:

 

BBQ Brisket Melt: Bold BBQ flavor alert! Prepared with hickory-smoked tender brisket that is smoked low and slow on top of a 100 percent beef hamburger patty, with BBQ sauce, red onions, pickles, and melty cheese, all served on two slices of toasted, thick-cut Texas toast, the new BBQ Brisket Melt offers many unique elevated ingredients at an affordable price point starting at only $3.49.

Brisket Bosswich®: Have a large appetite? Be the boss of the BBQ! The new Brisket Bosswich® takes the BBQ Brisket Melt to the next level with all the same ingredients, plus three times the juicy brisket, a larger hamburger patty and sweet and smoky BBQ sauce all served on two slices of toasted, thick-cut Texas coast. Caramelized on the outside, tender on the inside, the Brisket Bosswich® is absolutely oozing with flavor and succulent pieces of beef brisket available starting at $7.29.

Brisket Loaded Fries: Round out your meal with the taste of delicious brisket on top of Checkers & Rally’s Famous Seasoned Fries – long recognized as the #1 Most Craveable Fries in America.* The new Brisket Loaded Fries are topped with juicy beef brisket and Smoky BBQ sauce, then coated in flavorful, melted cheddar cheese and sprinkled with diced red onions and dill pickles, starting at $4.89.

“Summer is almost here, which means get-togethers with friends and family, fun in the sun and cravings for BBQ, which is why Rally’s is amping up its menu with three brisket-inspired items,” said Ryan Joy, Executive Chef at Checkers Drive-In Restaurants. “Rally’s has everything you need to satisfy cravings of any size from our BBQ Brisket Melt to our Brisket Bosswich®, adding genuine, hickory-smoked brisket offerings to our menu for the first time in the company’s history at a value price point we know our guests will love. We welcome everyone in to taste our savory brisket sandwiches – let us do the work, while you sit back and indulge in these delicious BBQ offerings.”

Little Caesars Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Giveaways

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Little Caesars is celebrating two decades of its iconic Hot-N-Ready products with a summer full of giveaways and getaways. To mark the 20th anniversary of the Hot-N-Ready line, the pizza chain is offering fans nationwide a chance to win a variety of prizes, including trips, drones, experiences, and free pizza for a year as part of the brand’s Summer of Hot-N-Ready promotion.

 

Launched in 2004, Hot-N-Ready has become a favorite for its convenience and quality, offering ready-to-eat pizzas without the wait. To honor this milestone, Little Caesars is rolling out the Summer of Hot-N-Ready® Giveaways and Getaways, kicking off with a grand prize of one year of free classic pizzas for 20 lucky winners. Starting May 27, fans can enter the sweepstakes by scanning a QR code on their receipt at participating locations. Full details and official rules are available at SummerSweeps.LittleCaesars.com. No purchase is necessary to enter.

Each month will bring new prizes. The giveaways for June include:

  • One Year of Free Classic Pizza: 52 pizzas for the year (Entry Period: 5/27 – 6/2)
  • Flyaway Package to PEPSI Rock the South 2024: Festival tickets, airfare, hotel, and Little Caesars merchandise (Entry Period: 6/3 – 6/9)
  • Summer Backyard BBQ Party Package: Little Caesars gift card, grill tools, a Pepsi-branded grill and cooler, and other summer items (Entry Period: 6/10 – 6/16)
  • Hot-Takes Package: 4K camera or drone and Little Caesars merchandise (Entry Period: 6/24 – 6/30)

In addition to these grand prizes, thousands of participants will win free Little Caesars products and merchandise throughout the summer.

Summer of Hot-N-Ready

For more information on Little Caesars Summer of Hot-N-Ready Giveaways & Getaways and to stay updated on the latest giveaways and promotions, visit SummerSweeps.LittleCaesars.com and follow Little Caesars on social media.

National Burger Day Deals

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The hamburger is already perhaps the most celebrated main dish in the United States. But even with all the love, the burger still deserves its own day.

This year, National Hamburger Day falls on Tuesday, May 28. So get ready to chomp down.

The hamburger and its close sibling, the cheeseburger, are America’s favorite entrées, according to YouGov’s regularly updated list of The Most Popular American Dishes. Only mashed potatoes and French fries rank slightly higher (86% popularity for each of those side dishes). The hamburger earned 85%, the cheeseburger 83%.

An estimated 50 billion burgers are eaten in the U.S. each year.

Burger King: National Hamburger Day kicks off week of deals

National Hamburger Day coincides with the week of Burger King’s 70th birthday. Members of Burger King’s Royal Perks loyalty program get deals all week long:

  • Tuesday, May 28: Get a free hamburger on Tuesday with a purchase of 70 cents or more.
  • Wednesday, May 29: Spend 70 cents or more and get a free Croissan’wich.
  • Thursday, May 30: Get a free medium soft drink when you spend 70 cents or more.
  • Friday, May 31: You can get a free cheeseburger with a purchase of at least 70 cents.
  • Saturday, June 1: Get a free Birthday Pie Slice when you spend 70 cents or more.
  • Sunday, June 2: Spend 70 cents or more and get a free Original Crispy Chicken Sandwich.
  • Monday, June 3: Get a free Whopper Jr. when you spend at least 70 cents.

Wendy’s 1-cent burger deal

Timed to National Hamburger Day, Wendy’s has a special promotion starting Tuesday and running through to Sunday, June 2. Customers can get a Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger for 1 cent with any purchase.

To get the deal, order in the Wendy’s app or at wendys.com.

More National Hamburger Day deals

  • Arby’s: Starting Memorial Day and through June 2, Arby’s Rewards Members get 50% off any burger when they order online or in the app.
  • Buffalo Wild Wings: New and current members of the chain’s Blazin’ Rewards loyalty program can buy one burger and get another free on Tuesday. Offer is good for dine-in, takeout and delivery.
  • Dave and Buster’s: New and existing loyalty members get 50% when they order a burger on Tuesday. Also get $2 beers Sunday and 50% off food on Memorial Day.
  • Between May 27 — June 2, Dairy Queen rewards members who purchase a Signature Stackburger will get a second one (of equal or lesser value) for $0.99. The offer is valid at participating locations and is limited to one deal per order, per person.

  • Outback Steakhouse is offering customers $10 burgers between May 28 — 30.

  • Smashburger: You can get $5 Classic Single Smashburgers all day Tuesday at participating locations nationwide. Get the deal in stores, or via Smashburger’s website or app with the code CLASSIC24.
  • Smokey Bones: Buy a $2.99 soft drink or alcoholic beverage and get a cheeseburger with a regular side of your choice for $6.49. You can add a premium topping such as bacon, roasted Portobello mushrooms, pulled pork, or a fried egg for $2.99. (Offer good for dine-in-only, while supplies last.)

Kit Kat Pink Lemonade Flavored Bar

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Amidst the arrival of warmer days, Kit Kat fans across America have a fresh reason to rejoice as the brand unveils its newest flavor: the Kit Kat Pink Lemonade Flavored Bar. Infused with the tang of lemonade and a touch of sweet strawberry, this limited-edition treat promises to transport consumers into a summertime reverie with every bite.

New Kit Kat Pink Lemonade Flavored Bar Hits Shelves Nationwide

Encased within the classic, crunchy wafers lies a pink lemonade-flavored creme, offering a refreshing twist accentuated by subtle notes of strawberry.

The Pink Lemonade edition is a response to the demand for tangy treats among Gen Z and Millennials. Available in both standard and king sizes, the Kit Kat Pink Lemonade Flavored Bar joins a long line of unconventional flavors, including Chocolate Frosted Donut, Mint + Dark Chocolate, and Birthday Cake.

Nothing Bundt Cakes New Summer Flavors

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Nothing Bundt Cakes is making this summer sweeter with the launch of its largest seasonal flavor lineup ever. The new Taste of Summer Collection introduces six limited-time flavors, marking the most extensive summer release in the brand’s 27-year history.

Rolling out now through August, the collection features a mix of two-week pop-up flavors and seasonal featured flavors, offering something new to enjoy throughout the summer. Here’s what to look forward to:

  • Churro Dulce de Leche Pop-Up (May 27): Inspired by the Mexican classic, this cinnamon spice cake is topped with cinnamon sugar and filled with rich dulce de leche. Available in personal-sized Bundtlets.
  • Key Lime Featured Flavor (June 10): A sweet and tart twist on a citrusy favorite, this flavor is perfect for summer and available in all cake sizes.
  • Almond Wedding Bliss Pop-Up (July 1): A delicate white cake infused with almond flavor and topped with a sweet sprinkle crunch. Available in personal-sized Bundtlets.
  • Lemon Raspberry Featured Flavor (July 15): Combining zesty lemon with raspberries, this refreshing flavor is available in all cake sizes.
  • Pineapple Upside Down Pop-Up (July 22): A modern take on a classic, this cake features pineapple juice, a pineapple ring, cherry halves, and a drizzle of caramel sauce. Available in personal-sized Bundtlets.

The collection will culminate in August with a sixth and final pop-up flavor, promising a unique and exciting surprise for Nothing Bundt Cakes fans.

The Taste of Summer Collection will be available only while supplies last at all Nothing Bundt Cakes bakeries nationwide.

Nothing Bundt Cakes

The Exchange
 9632 N Springboro Pike
Miamisburg, OH 45342
(937) 505-8484
Sat 9am – 5pm
Tues- Fri 9am – 6pm
2418 Esquire Dr #4,
Beavercreek, OH 45431

(937) 530-4141
Sat 9am – 5pm
Tues- Fri 9am – 6pm