Dec. 31 ~ You are a Star at RiverScape MetroPark

RiverScape
MetroPark, 111 E. Monument Ave.; 8 p.m.-midnight.

Have you ever dreamt of being a movie star and walking
the red carpet? If so, come down to RiverScape MetroPark where you
will be a STAR this New Year's Eve at this no-alcohol family
celebration. Enjoy live musical entertainment, an art project by K12
Gallery, children's face painter and comedian under the heated tent.
Fireworks at midnight over the Great Miami River. Also enjoy ice
skating for a $5 ice rink admission fee which includes ice skates.
Free admission. 278-2607.

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Sacrificing Growth for Short-Term Gain

Your humble narrator has an editorial in the Dayton Daily News today. Check it out!

Other voices: RTA's proposed fare increase discourages riders even more

The bus accumulated passengers as the snow fell. Fumbling new riders shuffled for change, trying to ask the driver questions over the electric motor's whir. They stumbled to their seats, melting flakes dripping on the floor. Their cars, like mine, were at home. That day, their cars were inconvenient.

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More funding for the Valley

Local projects stand to get $300M in funding

A bill passed by the U.S. House of Representatives late Monday includes money for the Mary Scott Nursing Center in Dayton, for Clark State's new Greene County campus, and for a new security building at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.

In all, the Miami Valley expects to receive at least $300 million for local projects in the $516 billion spending bill.

Alternative Energy in Ohio?

Ohio: Alternative Energy Plan Proposed | Chron.com - Houston Chronicle

Renewable energy companies would see a portion of taxes paid by their new employees reinvested in green energy programs under a House plan.

House Speaker Jon Husted, a Dayton-area Republican, on Tuesday proposed creation of an 11-member Ohio Renewable Energy Authority to oversee use of the income taxes earmarked to promote new energy technologies.

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Guided by the Light - 14 Dec @ 1900

Friday, December 14 --- 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Guided by the Light

Cox Arboretum MetroPark, Education Center, 6733 Springboro Pk.
Join us at the Arboretum for a stress-relieving luminary walk through the gardens & grounds. Hundreds of candles will light the way as you walk on your own, or join a tour guide and discover many hidden treasures. Experience the calming impact of nature at night, and enjoy hot chocolate and s'mores by the outdoor fireplace.


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Food For Friends - Free Skating Every Friday

WDTN Channel 2 Food For Friends (weather permitting)

RiverScape MetroPark, 111 E. Monument Ave.

Every Friday in December, bring three non-perishable food items to the RiverScape MetroPark Ice Rink in exchange for one free ice skate rental and admission. All food will be donated to The Foodbank. Call 278-2607 for more information.



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