Happy Tuesday Daytonians!

Thanks for spending another week with The Gem, where good times aren’t hard to find. Let’s take a look at what we’ll be covering in this edition…

• Did You Know: Yellow Springs Street Fair Returns This Weekend

• Hidden Gems: Ray’s Wine Spirits Grill, DiSalvo’s Deli, Jyot India

• Local Events: 10/6 – 10/13

• Computer Love: Wright-Patt Lands $105M in Advanced AI Work

• Money: $2.62 Billion Deal Reshapes Dayton’s Natural Gas Business

• Sports: Flyer Hoops Return, Smith Breaks More Records, Burrow Breaks Record As Bengals Fall, Miami Valley Top 10 Recap

— Tom

Did you know?

Yellow Springs Street Fair Returns This Weekend 🎪

One of the Miami Valley’s biggest fall events is happening this Saturday.

The Yellow Springs Street Fair returns on Saturday, October 10, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown Yellow Springs. The festival will feature more than 200 visiting vendors, along with over 65 local shops and restaurants, live music, food, a Kids Zone and plenty to explore throughout downtown.

This year, the Beer & Music Festival is moving right into downtown on Short Street. Visitors can catch live music and stop by the Yellow Springs Brewery beer garden while walking the Street Fair.

The Street Fair is free to attend, making it an easy Saturday trip for anyone looking for food, shopping and some fall fun around the Dayton area.

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Hidden Gems

Ray’s: Walk the Wine List 🍷

The wine list at Ray’s Wine Spirits Grill extends onto the retail shelves. At 8268 N. Main St. in Clayton, bottles from the marketplace can join dinner for a corkage fee. Dig the Fig pizza combines fig jam, prosciutto, and goat cheese; smoked trout comes on baguette slices with greens and creamy garlic.

The name is personal. Founder Tony created Ray’s in memory of his older brother, realizing their shared dream of opening a wine and beer shop. Wednesday wine tastings give that wish to entertain friends a regular place on the calendar.

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A Cannoli Detour at DiSalvo’s 🍰

Powdered sugar dusts the cannoli at DiSalvo’s Deli & Italian Store, with ricotta and chocolate chips tucked inside their pastry shells. Meatball grinders and chicken Parmigiano subs on locally baked bread cover the savory side at 1383 E. Stroop Rd. in Kettering.

Rinaldo and Mindy DiSalvo opened the shop in 1985, combining deli service with imported groceries, homemade breads, and wine. Daily specials keep lunch from standing still. Prepared lasagna and pasta dinners also fill the take-home case, so a midday sandwich can settle a second question before it comes up: what’s for supper?

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Beyond the latticework: Jyot India🥘

Jeet’s former dining room has another name above the door, but Indian cooking remains at 2620 Colonel Glenn Hwy. in Fairborn. Jyot India Restaurant opened here in 2024, across from Wright State University’s Nutter Center. Wooden latticework and burgundy seating create a traditional backdrop for a lunch buffet or a longer dinner.

Online ordering handles supper on the go. Butter chicken combines marinated chicken breast pieces with tomatoes and cream, while garlic naan rounds out the bread selection. The vegetable samosas supply a different texture: crisp pastry filled with potatoes, green peas, and mild spices.

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Local Events

VETERANS’ RECOVERY DAY

• What: Connect with fellow veterans through recovery stories, wellness activities, peer support, community resources, and refreshments.

• When: Oct. 6, 9 AM – 3:30 PM

• Where: Dayton VA Medical Center, Building 305, 4100 W. Third Street, Dayton

• How Much: Free 

THE GREAT TECH INTEGRATION DEBATE

• What: Join Ashima Sharma and Keith Ballard for an interactive debate about connected software platforms, artificial intelligence, and defense technology.

• When: Oct. 6, 3:30–6 PM

• Where: Digital Transformation Center, 1520 S. Main Street, Dayton

• How Much: Free; registration required 

FAMILY BINGO, BIG LITTLE WINS

• What: Gather the family for bingo rounds, gift-card prizes, and friendly competition in the food court at this monthly game night.

• When: Oct. 7, 5–7 PM

• Where: The Mall at Fairfield Commons, 2727 Fairfield Commons Boulevard, Beavercreek

• How Much: Free; registration required 

MAKE CONNECTIONS AT THE TROLL PUB

• What: Meet local professionals across technology, business, healthcare, and the arts at Strive’s networking mixer. Ages 21 and older.

• When: Oct. 7, 6–8 PM

• Where: Troll Pub at the Wheelhouse, 216 Wayne Avenue, Dayton

• How Much: $16+ 

LEAD WITH HEART AND PURPOSE

• What: Join Dayton Rotary and speaker Michael Angelo Caruso for practical lessons in purposeful leadership, communication, and stronger teams.

• When: Oct. 8, 1:30–4:30 PM

• Where: Sinclair Conference Center — Charity Earley Auditorium, 444 W. Third Street, Dayton

• How Much: $70 

CULTURE KITCHEN: ARMENIA MEETS TURKEY

• What: Explore Armenian and Turkish flavors at Culture Kitchen, a food-centered evening bringing global traditions to Dayton’s neighborhood market.

• When: Oct. 8, 5–8 PM

• Where: 2nd Street Market, 600 E. Second Street, Dayton

• How Much: $36 

BE HUMAN, STAY CONNECTED

• What: LORE and Human Race blend storytelling, art, and audience participation in an evening celebrating the connections that make us human.

• When: Oct. 8, 6–8 PM

• Where: The Human Race Theatre Company, 126 N. Main Street, Dayton

• How Much: Free; ticket reservation required 

BREAKFAST WITH DAYTON’S DOWNTOWN FUTURE

• What: Hear how convention-district investment could strengthen downtown businesses, tourism, and community life over breakfast and conversation.

• When: Oct. 9, 7:45–9:15 AM

• Where: NCR Country Club, 4435 Dogwood Trail, Kettering

• How Much: $40 chamber members; $85 nonmembers 

DAYTON MUSIC FEST: HOMEGROWN AND LOUD

• What: Discover homegrown bands during two nights across three independent downtown venues. Gather your concert crew and celebrate Dayton’s sound. Ages 21+.

• When: Oct. 9–10, times vary

• Where: Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E. Fourth Street; Oregon Express, 336 E. Fifth Street; Blind Bob’s, 430 E. Fifth Street, Dayton

• How Much: $10+ per venue per day 

YELLOW SPRINGS STREET FAIR

• What: Browse artists and makers, enjoy live music, and explore the Kids Zone at this lively village celebration. Please leave pets at home.

• When: Oct. 10, 9 AM – 5 PM

• Where: Downtown Yellow Springs, Xenia Avenue at Short Street, Yellow Springs

• How Much: Free admission 

GEM CITY LUXE: SIP AND SHOP

• What: Browse local makers, handmade goods, jewelry, and boutique finds during an evening of downtown shopping and optional wine tastings.

• When: Oct. 10, 5–9 PM

• Where: Events at the Gallery, 12 W. First Street, Dayton

• How Much: Free admission 

GHOSTBUSTIN’ IN THE BURG: OPERATION PKE

• What: Who you gonna call? Enjoy Ghostbusters movies, themed cars, food trucks, and slime-filled fun, with donations and raffles supporting Make-A-Wish.

• When: Oct. 10–11, times vary

• Where: Plaza Theatre, 33 S. Main Street, and Riverfront Park, 3 N. Miami Avenue, Miamisburg

• How Much: $5 per movie; optional raffle tickets 

OHIO VINTAGE FEST: DAYTON TREASURE HUNT

• What: Hunt for vintage treasures with more than 50 vendors selling clothing and nostalgic finds. A stylish way to shop small together.

• When: Oct. 11, 11 AM early-bird admission; 12–5 PM general admission

• Where: Dayton Convention Center, 22 E. Fifth Street, Dayton

• How Much: $5+; free for children under 12 

JIMMY LEACH’S SUNDAY JAZZ

• What: Singer and trumpeter Jimmy Leach leads his quartet through favorites associated with Sinatra, Armstrong, and Fitzgerald. All ages welcome.

• When: Oct. 11, 6 PM and 7:30 PM sets; doors at 5 PM

• Where: Hidden Gem Music Club, 507 Miamisburg-Centerville Road, Washington Township

• How Much: $10 

REAL ESTATE, REAL LOCAL CONNECTIONS

• What: Connect with Dayton-area real estate investors, trade ideas, and share what you have or need at this monthly networking meetup.

• When: Oct. 12, 6–8 PM

• Where: TJ Chumps, 1100 E. Dayton Yellow Springs Road, Fairborn

• How Much: Free admission 

STRANGERS, STORIES, AND AMERICA’S NEXT CHAPTER

• What: This one-time screening of The Work in Progress follows strangers discussing democracy, identity, and what community can become.

• When: Oct. 12, 7:30 PM

• Where: THE NEON, 130 E. Fifth Street, Dayton

• How Much: $12.50 

MAKE SENSE OF FEDERAL BENEFITS

• What: Federal employees can explore retirement benefits, insurance, and savings during an all-day seminar with a take-home workbook.

• When: Oct. 13, 8 AM – 4 PM

• Where: Wright-Patt Credit Union Corporate Building, 3560 Pentagon Boulevard, Beavercreek

• How Much: Free; registration required 

COUNTRYSIDE’S HAUNTED TRAIL RETURNS

• What: Follow costumed guides past ghosts, ghouls, and zombies. Recommended for ages 8+; all minors must attend with an adult.

• When: Oct. 13–14, 7–9 PM

• Where: Countryside Park at Washington Township RecPlex, 895 Miamisburg-Centerville Road, Washington Township

• How Much: Free; nonperishable food donations encouraged

Computer Love

Wright-Patt Lands $105M in Advanced AI Work 🤖

Wright-Patterson Air Force Base is getting a major AI upgrade.

Two tech companies were awarded contracts worth a combined $105 million for work involving agentic AI, software modernization, cybersecurity and logistics systems.

The projects are designed to help the Air Force update older technology and use AI to make systems faster and more efficient.

The contracts run through 2031, with much of the work tied directly to Wright-Patt.

Money

$2.62 Billion Deal Reshapes Dayton’s Natural Gas Business 💰

One of the biggest business deals affecting the Dayton region just became official.

CenterPoint Energy has completed the $2.62 billion sale of its Ohio natural gas business to National Fuel Gas Company, a utility company headquartered in Western New York. The deal officially closed on October 1.

The business includes about 5,900 miles of natural gas pipelines and serves roughly 335,000 customers across West Central Ohio, including communities throughout the Dayton and Miami Valley region.

National Fuel Gas has now taken over responsibility for serving those customers. CenterPoint says the money from the sale will help fund its larger $66.7 billion, 10 year investment plan focused on its remaining utility operations.

For the Dayton region, it means a major piece of local utility infrastructure now has a new owner following one of the largest local business transactions of the year.

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Sports

FLYER HOOPS RETURN WITH OUTDOOR XAVIER EXHIBITION 🏀

Dayton basketball tips into preseason action Wednesday when the men’s team faces Xavier at 5:30 p.m. in the CareSource Invitational at Mason’s Lindner Family Tennis Center.

The exhibition will be played outdoors and supports adolescent and young-adult mental health initiatives.

SMITH BREAKS TWO MORE RECORDS AS BUCKEYES TOP IOWA

No. 5 Ohio State earned its first ranked win of the season Saturday, beating No. 14 Iowa 31-14 at Kinnick Stadium. Jeremiah Smith dominated with 11 catches for 206 yards and two touchdowns, becoming the Buckeyes’ career leader in both receptions (207) and receiving touchdowns (36).

Julian Sayin threw for 324 yards and three scores as Ohio State improved to 4-1.

BURROW BREAKS RECORD, BUT BENGALS FALL

Joe Burrow threw for 428 yards, but Cincinnati fell 22–17 to Jacksonville at Paycor Stadium on Oct. 4. His 29th career 300-yard passing game broke Andy Dalton’s franchise record, while Tee Higgins caught 11 passes for 157 yards.

Burrow accounted for a passing touchdown and a rushing score, but also threw two interceptions as the Bengals slipped to 2–2.

MIAMI VALLEY’S TOP 10: SHUTOUTS AND SHOWDOWNS

Week 7 brought big wins across the Miami Valley on Oct. 2. Trotwood-Madison beat Dunbar 51–6, while Springfield handled fellow top-10 team Wayne 43–12. Bellbrook rolled past Franklin 42–3, and Marion Local blanked Fort Recovery 33–0.

Tippecanoe shut out Xenia 34–0, while Springboro edged Beavercreek 21–17. London routed Bellefontaine 56–7, and Coldwater defeated Versailles 16–6. Middletown’s night went the other way, falling 35–0 to Lakota West. Bellbrook and Marion Local finished the week unbeaten at 7–0.