Good morning, Kettering.

Local comedian Robin Laake (Robin Elisabeth) faces backlash after crude remarks at a Bricky’s Comedy Club show led Peerless Mill Inn and Brewery to end its partnership on Oct.

1. The controversy has sparked heated online debate and ongoing discussion in the local comedy community.

Ohio plans to spend more than $1.17 billion on five private school voucher programs in fiscal year 2026, with Education Choice Expansion vouchers receiving nearly $532.8 million.

The state will appeal a recent appellate court ruling that declared one of the programs unconstitutional—further proceedings are pending.

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will visit Sierra Nevada’s Aviation Innovation and Technology Center at Dayton International today to host a town hall with employees and guests and discuss the company’s growing defense projects — the local facility has almost 400 workers following a significant Air Force contract win.

Beavercreek first responders joined a friendly blood drive to boost supplies as national donations hit historic lows.

The drive at Peace Lutheran Church began Oct. 19 and continues until 7 p.m. today as officials aim for 70 donations to mark the church’s 70th anniversary.