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  • UD head coach Anthony Grant to lead 2026 USA Basketball Men’s U18 National Team

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    DAYTON, Ohio — Anthony Grant, the University of Dayton head men’s basketball coach, has been named as the 2026 USA Basketball Men’s U18 National Team head coach, USA Basketball announced Monday.

    What You Need To Know

    • This will be Grant’s second time serving on the USA National Team’s U18 coaching staff during his time at UD

    • He helped the team win gold in 2018

    • Grant will be assisted by Matt langel of Colgate University and Nate Oats of the University of Alabama

    This will be Grant’s second time serving on the USA National Team’s U18 coaching staff during his time at UD. He also served as an assistant in 2018, the year the U18 National Team won gold. 

    Grant will be assisted by Matt Langel of Colgate University and Nate Oats of the University of Alabama. The coaching squad will lead the U.S. this summer at the 2026 FIBA U18 Men’s AmericaCup, which runs from June 1-7. A location has yet to be announced.

    “It is an honor to serve and compete with USA Basketball alongside a great team of players, coaches and staff,” Grant said. “We look forward to uniting this summer toward the goal of the FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup gold medal.”

    The USA Basketball Men’s Junior National Team Committee made the coaching selections, which were approved by the USA Basketball Board of Directors. 

    To learn more about Anthony Grant, click here.

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  • The most-loved communities in greater Houston – Houston Agent Magazine

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    Greater Houston homebuyers are falling in love with communities that offer pockets of affordability, according to a ranking from the Houston Association of REALTORS®.

    The association ranked the Houston-area neighborhoods with the greatest annual increase in transactions to determine which neighborhoods grew most in popularity among homebuyers in 2025 and found that seven of the top 10 had average home prices below the area median average of $416,722.

    Transactions increased most in Brookshire, where sales were up 124.6% year over year and had an average sales price of $311,463; followed by Waller, up 113.5% year over year with an average of $317,113; and the Crosby area, up 68.8% year over year with an average of $273,880.

    One outlier on HAR’s list was the New Waverly area, where transactions increased 43.3% year over year. The community had an average sales price of $479,768, making it about $60,000 more expensive than the Houston average.

    The two other communities on the list with above-average prices were Royden Oaks/Afton Oaks, where sales rose 40% year over year with an average sales price of over $1.6 million, and Rosharon, where sales rose 32.4% with an average sales price of $440,435.

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  • Celina Police warn of AI voice cloning scam

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    CELINA, Ohio — Artificial intelligence has many perks, including for scammers who continue to push AI into schemes. 

    In a newer scheme, criminals are using AI to clone to the voice of loved ones.

    What You Need To Know

    • Scammers use audio clips, gathered from social media, voicemail greetings or videos to create a convincing voice replica

    • The scams are designed to create panic and sound very real, with calls sounding like they are from a child, grandchild or other family member 

    • Police are urging Ohioans to protect themselves

    Scammers use audio clips, gathered from social media, voicemail greetings or videos to create a convincing voice replica.

    The scams are designed to create panic and sound very real, with calls sounding like they are from a child, grandchild or other family member who is in trouble and needs money immediately.

    Examples of scenarios include:

    • “I’ve been in an accident and need bail money.”
    • “I’m stuck somewhere and need you to send money right away.”
    • “I was arrested and can’t talk long – please don’t tell mom/dad.”

    The caller may beg the victim to stay on the phone and not to tell other family members.

    Police are urging Ohioans to protect themselves.

    Steps to take include:

    • Pause and verify. Hang up and call your loved one directly using a number you already have
    • Ask a personal question only they would know the answer to
    • Create a family “safe word” to use in real emergencies

    Law enforcement is also asking for caution when sharing voice recordings online and for users to check social media privacy settings. 

    Money, gift cards or wire transfers should never be sent based solely on a phone call.

    If you receive a suspicious call:

    • Do not provide personal or financial information
    • Report the incident to local law enforcement
    • Report scams to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov

    “These scams rely on fear and urgency,” Celine police said. “Taking a moment to slow down and verify can prevent financial loss and emotional distress.”

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  • Red Cross donations go uncollected because of the winter storm

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    OHIO — The Red Cross needs donations after winter storm Fern affected the collection of 20,000 blood donations.

    Over 500 blood drives have been canceled since the beginning of 2026.

    Winter storms have made the transportation of vital blood products, which could affect deliveries to hospitals across Ohio.

    Some hospitals have been forced to cancel elective procedures because of the shortage. Trauma surgeons and doctors could face the possibility that blood could run out, according to the Red Cross.

    You can book an appointment to give blood or platelets by using the Blood Donor App, visiting Red Cross’s website or calling 1-800-733-2767.

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  • Snow to fall in southern Ohio Tuesday

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    CINCINNATI — An area of low pressure will pass through the Ohio Valley on Tuesday and bring a round of accumulating snow to parts of the state. Many counties along the Ohio River and generally south of Interstate 70 are under a Winter Weather Advisory.

    What You Need To Know

    • Accumulating snow is likely mainly south of Interstate 70 Tuesday

    • Snow will be most impactful mid-morning through the afternoon

    • Totals of 1-3″ with isolated higher amounts are possible

    Snow will quickly overspread southern Ohio from west to east during the morning hours and will continue through the afternoon, tapering off in most locations before sunset on Tuesday evening.

    Road conditions are expected to deteriorate after the snow starts to fall. This may affect travel on city streets, country roads and area highways for several hours, including the afternoon commute.

    Accumulations will range between 1 and 3 inches in the advisory area. Isolated higher amounts of 4 or 5 inches will be possible in a few spots. Further north, snow totals will taper off to less than 1 inch.

    As temperatures approach the freezing mark by afternoon, road conditions may improve some. Regardless, use caution and give yourself extra time to reach your destination, and leave plenty of space for snowplows and road crews to get their work done.

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  • National Museum of the U.S. Air Force closed amid federal appropriations lapse

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    DAYTON, Ohio — The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force announced on Saturday that they are temporarily closed “due to the lapse in federal government appropriations.”

    The museum said in a press release this will remain in effect until the enactment of an appropriations bill or continuing resolution and when the “Department of War authorizes normal operations to resume.”

    The Senate voted Friday to fund most of the government through the end of September while carving out a temporary extension for Homeland Security funding, giving Congress two weeks to debate new restrictions on federal immigration raids across the country. The bill passed 71-29 and will now head to the House, which is not due back until Monday.

    Speaker Mike Johnson, who held a conference call Friday with GOP lawmakers, said he expects the House to vote Monday evening. But what is uncertain is how much support there will be for the package.

    The museum directs visitors to check their website and social media for updates.

    “The Air Force Museum Foundation and the National Aviation Hall of Fame, both located on the Museum campus, will continue to operate independently during the Museum’s closure,” the release reads. “Visitors should contact each organization directly for information regarding their operations or scheduled activities.”

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  • Man’s body recovered from VOA MetroPark lake

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    BUTLER COUNTY, Ohio — The Butler County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Response Services and the Task Force 1 Dive Team responded to VOA MetroPark to help West Chester Police and Fire regarding a missing person on Monday, Jan. 19.

    What You Need To Know

    • Officials said the search ended with the recovery of an adult male from the lake

    • The operation involved 360-sonar technology, which helped teams locate the man near the docks

    • Officials said the investigation is being handled by the West Chester Police Department alongside the Butler County Coroner’s Office

    Officials said the search ended with the recovery of an adult male from the lake. 

    The operation involved 360-sonar technology, which helped teams locate the man near the docks. The Butler County Sheriff’s Office said a Task Force 1 diver entered the water and successfully recovered the individual with guidance from ERS sonar operators. 

    Butler County Sheriff’s Office said several mutual aid partners helped with the scene, including:

    • West Chester Police and Fire
    • Liberty Township Fire
    • ​Fairfield Township Fire
    • ​Butler County MetroParks

    Officials said the investigation is being handled by the West Chester Police Department alongside the Butler County Coroner’s Office.

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  • Montgomery Co L.O.S.S. Team helps loved ones navigate grief

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    Editor’s Note: This article discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling, dial 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

    DAYTON, Ohio — With journals, grief guidebooks and materials at the ready, members of the Montgomery County Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors (L.O.S.S.) Team is ready to start the first support session of 2026.

    “About two years ago, Public Health of Montgomery County came to us and said there’s not really suicide resources available in our county,” said Montgomery County Prevention Coalition Manager Megs Francis.

    The coalition got to work, and volunteers like Colleen Callahan-Penquite and Lora Hammons stepped up.

    What You Need To Know

    • The Montgomery Co Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors (L.O.S.S Team) are beginning the first session of 2026

    • Trained and dedicated volunteers help people share their stories of grief and healing throughout 10-week sessions

    • Sessions are free, and the next round is open for April

    “I have two cousins and two uncles that killed themselves, and there’s such a stigma around it. In my huge Catholic family, it was never spoken of,” said Callahan-Penquite.

    “I ended up being a volunteer because I lost a friend I was mentoring to suicide,” said Hammons.

    According to the most recent statewide data from the Ohio Department of Health 2023 Ohio Suicide Report, more than 1,700 Ohioans took their own life — that’s a 1% decrease from 2022.

    According to data from the Montgomery County ADAMHS Board, as of January 2025 to mid-December 2025, there were 73 suicides — a 17% decrease from 2024 and the second year in a row for a countywide decrease.

    Volunteers like Callahan-Penquite and Hammons have been on the L.O.S.S. Team since the support sessions started in 2025.

    So far, there have been four sessions with 10 participants each time.

    The newer session was the largest with 17 participants.

    “These are volunteers who have been trained on an evidence-based curriculum who are facilitating these trainings,” said Francis.

    It doesn’t matter if the loss happened recently or decades ago, everyone is welcome.  

    “Facilitating these groups and being with other people who are going through that really helped me,” Hammons said.

    “For folks who have lost someone, they are at higher risk themselves. So by doing this kind of support group, not only are we helping make connections, helping with healing, but also helping to prevent future suicide deaths,” said Francis.

    The 10-week sessions are free, and many times, people have formed their own bonds to keep coming back.

    “It’s kind of casual but it’s very serious. We really like to make it personal. Everybody’s loss and grief is different, so we try to meet everybody where they are at and travel this journey together,” Hammons said.

    “You’re not alone. There’s many of us that grieve a suicide, and when we do it together, we’re always better,” said Callahan-Penquite.

    If you missed registering for this latest 10-week round of support sessions, the next group is open for April.

    The deadline to register is Jan. 29.

    For more information, click here.

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  • Dayton-area lawyer faces over 90 felony charges

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    DAYTON, Ohio — A grand jury has indicted an Oakwood lawyer on 91 counts, Montgomery County Prosecutor Mat Heck Jr. announced. 

    What You Need To Know

    • Matthew Currie faces 49 counts of illegal use of a minor in nudity-oriented material and 40 counts of voyeurism

    • He also faces two counts of unauthorized use of computer/telecommunications property

    • Heck said Currie was previously the managing attorney at Advocates for Basic Legal Equality

    Matthew Currie faces 49 counts of illegal use of a minor in nudity-oriented material and 40 counts of voyeurism, as well as two counts of unauthorized use of computer/telecommunications property. 

    He was taken into custody in Oakland County, Michigan, on Wednesday, according to the county’s jail roster.

    An investigation by the Oakwood Police Department found that Currie allegedly took illicit photos of a 17-year-old Oakwood High School student through her bedroom window, and when she moved away, he continued taking photos of women through windows. 

    Additionally, the investigation found that Currie attempted to film up skirts in a video taken at Oakwood High School as he walked through the auditorium. 

    “This defendant was stalking and photographing an underage Oakwood High School student,” Heck said. “He then went on to sneaking around and photographing and videotaping other women in his neighborhood by looking through their windows. Everyone should feel safe and expect privacy in their own home. This defendant will be held accountable for this activity.”

    Heck said Currie was previously the managing attorney at Advocates for Basic Legal Equality. He was also named a “Community Gem” by the Dayton Daily News in Aug. 2025. 

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  • Miami Valley Human Trafficking Task Force shares 2025 numbers

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    DAYTON, Ohio — The Miami Valley Human Trafficking Task Force has released its data from 2025, including the number of arrests they made, money they seized and victims they helped.

    What You Need To Know

    • In 2025, the Miami Valley Human Trafficking Task Force made dozens of arrests, seized tens of thousands of dollars and more

    • They recently released their data from last year

    • Anyone with info about human trafficking can report tips to 937-225-4357(HELP)

    Here’s the data breakdown for the task force’s 2025 operations:

    • 84 indictments
    • 43 arrests
    • 32 new investigations
    • 84 tips
    • $98,039 seized
    • 72 victims rescued, interviewed or referred to services
    • 1,400 people provided with human trafficking awareness training in the area

    “Our message is simple – Don’t buy sex in Ohio,” Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost said in a press release. “Under the strong leadership of Sheriff Streck, the Miami Valley Human Trafficking Task Force is reinforcing that those who seek to buy or sell sex will face criminal consequences.”

    The task force asks that anyone with information related to human trafficking report tips to 937-225-4357(HELP).

    “Every victim we are able to rescue represents hope, safety, and the opportunity to rebuild their life,” said Montgomery County Sheriff Rob Streck in the release. “The Miami Valley Human Trafficking Task Force is committed to protecting vulnerable individuals, holding traffickers accountable, and making our communities safer.”

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  • Weekend Pass: Events around the state Jan. 3-4

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    There’s always plenty to do in Ohio over the weekend, and Spectrum News 1 gathered some highlights around each major metropolitan area across the state.

    Here’s some of this weekend’s events:

    Cleveland

    Cleveland Home Show

    • When and where: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Jan. 3 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 4 at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland, located at  300 Lakeside Ave.
    • Cost: Free admission with online registration or $10 at the door
    • Info: This is the place to go for everything home improvement. Whether it’s discounts, advice from experts and more, there’s plenty to see

    50 First Jokes

    • When and where: 7 p.m. Jan. 4 at Hilarities 4th Street Theatre, located at 2035 E 4th St. in Cleveland
    • Cost: $12
    • Info: Local comedians will gather at this event to tell their first jokes of the new year

    Columbus

    Healthy New Albany Farmers Market

    • When and where: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Jan. 3 at the Philip Heit Center for Healthy New Albany, located at 150 W. Main St.
    • Info: This event occurs on the first Saturday of the month during the fall and winter and includes an assortment of local vendors

    Holiday Blooms at the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

    • When and where: This exhibition lasts until Jan. 4, so this is your last weekend to check it out at the conservatory and botanical gardens, located at 1777 E. Broad Street Columbus
    • Cost: Included with admission
    • Info: The theme of this exhibition is Hues of the Holidays. The website calls it an “enchanting botanical experience is where color takes center stage.”

    Cincinnati

    Disney & Pixar’s “Toy Story” in concert

    • When and where: 7:30 p.m. Jan. 3 and 2 p.m. Jan. 4 at the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra music hall, located at 1241 Elm St. in Cincinnati
    • Cost: Prices vary, see website for details
    • Info: This concert, conducted by Damon Gupton, will be a live performance that accompanies the playing of the film

    Festival of Ferns

    • When and where: This seasonal event lasts through Jan. 4 Cincinnati Parks’ Krohn Conservatory, located at 1501 Eden Park Drive
    • Cost: $10 for adults, $7 for kids age 5-17, free for kids 5 and younger
    • Info: This event includes a “botanical model of Cincinnati,” trains, landmarks and more. This is your last weekend to check out the event as it ends Jan. 4

    Dayton

    Pyramid Hill Lights

    • When and where: 6 to 10 p.m. Jan. 3 and 6 to 9 p.m. Jan. 4
    • Cost: $25 for a carload of non-members, $15 for a carload of members
    • Info: There’s plenty of holiday lights for the family to drive through

    Deck the Diamond

    • When and where: Runs from 6 to 9 p.m. on select nights (including this Friday and Saturday) until Jan. 3 at Day Air Ballpark, located at 220 N Patterson Blvd. in Dayton
    • Cost: $14 for Friday through Sunday tickets, free for kids 2 and younger
    • Info: This event features light displays and shows, decorations and more “to create unforgettable memories for you and your loved ones!”

    Toledo

    Archery and Fireside S’mores

    • When and where: 1 to 2:30 p.m. Jan. 4 at t Pearson Metropark, Sledding Hill, located at 761 S Lallendorf Road
    • Cost: $10
    • Info: If you’ve been looking for an opportunity to practice your archery and enjoy some s’mores at the same time, this event is surely for you

    Toledo Paint and Sip Party – Snow Globe

    • When and where: 6 to 9 p.m. Jan. 3 at Wine & Canvas Toledo Studio, located at 5248 Monroe St. in Toledo
    • Cost: $40
    • Info: At this event, you’ll have the chance to have some drinks and create your own canvas, with guidance from a local artist

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  • Miami Township warns of email scam asking for payments

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    DAYTON, Ohio — The Miami Township administration is warning residents of a scam that’s circulating by email.

    The email requests an invoice payment to the Community Development Department, Miami Township officials said. 

    Payments for permits and applications are only accepted by cash, check or through the department’s secure, online portal — not emails.

    Miami Township officials urge residents to always be skeptical when receiving a suspicious email by reading it carefully and validating the URL address. 

    For any questions, residents can call 937-433-9969.

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  • U.S. Air Force Band of Flight tickets remain available this week

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    DAYTON, Ohio — “Sounds of the Season” will fill the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force this year, with two free holiday concert performances this week. 

    Performed by the U.S. Air Force Band of Flight, tickets remain available for concerts on Tuesday, Dec. 16, and Wednesday, Dec. 17. Doors will open at 6 p.m. both nights at Center Stage in Building 2 of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, and concerts begin at 7 p.m.

    Admission to the concerts is free; however, tickets are required and are still available for both performances. Reservations can be made by clicking here; seating is general admission.

    The shows feature a selection of seasonal favorites, and there will be a special guest appearance by Santa Claus. 

    Photographs with Santa will be available for an additional fee through Photogenics. 

    Visitors can also enjoy Holidays in the Hangars, a seasonal display of decorated trees found within the museum’s galleries. They will be on display through Dec. 31.

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  • Recent jail deaths renew push for civilian oversight

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    DAYTON, Ohio — Questions are mounting about safety inside county jails after a series of recent deaths. 

    In Montgomery County, protesters are demanding action after two more inmates died behind bars. 

    What You Need To Know

    • 12 inmates died in the Montgomery County jail in the last two years 

    • Protesters are calling for more oversight over jail operations, and one commissioner is calling for an independent investigation into the jail deaths 

    • State agencies do annual inspections of the jail and sited overcrowding problems, but a multi-million dollar addition to the jail is under construction

    For years, Joel Pruce has been coming to the Montgomery County Jail in protest. 

    “Hundreds of people are in here because they can’t afford to get out…being arrested should not be a death sentence,” said Pruce. 

    Pruce and his group, the Montgomery County Jail Coalition, pushed for civilian oversight after 25-year-old Christian Black died in custody back in March. 

    The case, ruled a homicide, led to a $7 million settlement, but no criminal charges.

    So Black’s family joined the calls for change, but Pruce says the system still isn’t changing.

    “I almost guarantee that we’ll be back right in the spot saying the same words that we’ve been saying,” said Pruce during a recent protest in front of the sheriff’s office. 

    Now, two more inmates died — both from separate medical emergencies — bringing the total to 12 inmate deaths in two years at the Montgomery County Jail.

    Montgomery County Sheriff Rob Streck would not do an on-camera interview, but sent Spectrum News this statement:

    “I want to be clear: the agencies referenced provide established oversight of jail operations through regular inspections and reviews as we have previously stated. The Sheriff’s Office continues to provide full cooperation with each agency in their review of jail operations. Transparency, accountability, and compliance remain central to how we operate. We welcome these inspections and remain committed to meeting the expectations and standards of the community we serve.”

    Michael Colbert, the Montgomery County administrator, also sent a statement that said, in part:

    “The Sheriff and State Legislature are the only authorities that can allow for changes in operational oversight.”

    The latest inspection from state agencies raised concerns on overcrowding issues. 

    The county is building a new behavioral health unit inside the jail that’ll be done in 2027, and one commissioner is calling for an independent investigation into the jail deaths. 

    “There is a lack of trust when it comes down to what happens in our jails. what happens with our police and other other workers. and i really want people to feel more confident in what’s being shared,” said Montgomery County Commissioner Mary McDonald.

    Protesters say it’s a start, but there’s still more work to do.

    “We as a community will not rest until there is accountability at this jail,” said Pruce. 

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  • High school football playoffs replays on Spectrum News 1

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    OHIO — More Ohio high school football playoff games took place Friday night with several closely contested matches, including three state semifinal matchups.

    Fans can watch the OHSAA playoffs replays on Spectrum News 1 and on the Spectrum News mobile app. Fourteen total games are available to watch.

    Olentangy Orange vs. St. Edward – Northern Ohio Division I, Region 1
    Airing on Spectrum News 1 in Cleveland, Toledo and Columbus

    The undefeated Orange took on the Eagles in the the Division 1 state semifinals. It should be a high scoring matchup, with both teams averaging around 36 points per game. They battled it out at Arlin Field in Mansfield.

    St. Xavier vs. Middletown – Central Ohio Division I, Region 2
    Airing on Spectrum News 1 in Cincinnati & Dayton

    Another state semifinals battle between the Bombers and Middies took place at Welcome Stadium in Dayton. Its the Bombers first appearance in the state semifinals since 2020. Middletown will be riding high coming into this matchup after capturing their first regional title.

    Big Walnut vs. Anderson – Southern Ohio Division II, Region 7
    Airing on channel 314

    This state semifinal game was grudge match carrying over from last year. The Raptors came into this matchup undefeated on the season, while Big Walnut had only lost one game. Both teams set out to show who really is the better football organization in this matchup at Historic Crew Stadium.

    Other matchups

    Here is a list of games that will be available for fans to watch on the Spectrum News mobile app:

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  • The Big Game: Everything You Need to Know

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    Arguably the biggest rivalry in college football comes to a head once again this Saturday in Ann Arbor, when The Ohio State University Buckeyes take on the University of Michigan Wolverines at The Big House before an audience of more than 110,000 in person and millions on TV.

    Spectrum News 1 breaks down everything you need to know ahead of the game.

    Ohio State head coach Ryan Day watches during the first half of an NCAA college football game against the Wisconsin Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

    GAME TIME: 12 p.m.

    LOCATION: The Big House in Ann Arbor, Michigan

    FORECAST: Ohio State takes on Michigan in chilly temperatures

    Rivalry Week Headlines

    Ohio State and Michigan brace for The Game with playoff implications and historic stakes

    While last year’s 13-10 loss galvanized the Buckeyes and propelled them toward their first national championship in 10 years, the pain of that defeat has not been forgotten.

    75th anniversary: The Snow Bowl goes down in football history

    A blizzard that swept over Ohio in 1950 created a historical matchup between Ohio and Michigan that will never be duplicated.

    Julian Sayin’s defining moment: Can Ohio State’s QB end the losing streak against Michigan?

    Julian Sayin has done everything that has been asked of him in his first season as Ohio State’s starting quarterback. Yet what remains is a signature drive or performance.

    A rivalry that seems as old as time heats up once again on Saturday. But what makes the Ohio State and Michigan matchups mean so much to students, alumni and fans?

     

    Ohio State running back Quinshon Judkins plays against Michigan during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)

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  • Hundreds in drug treatment lose housing after fraud allegations

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    DAYTON, Ohio — Hundreds of patients in drug treatment say they were left out in the cold with no warning. A major treatment provider in Dayton is in crisis and its future uncertain after its former owner was charged with fraud.

    What You Need To Know

    • Clearview treatment patients were told Medicaid paying for their housing was cut off over fraud charges against the former owner Terry Hill Jr. 

    • The U.S. Attorney’s Office states Hill was charged with health care fraud earlier this year and Medicaid fraud in 2021 

    • Volunteers from other treatment centers have been stepping in to help some of the Clearview patients who have been displaced 

    Daniel Bavicks and Amanda May are packing up what little they have left after they say they were forced out of their drug treatment program.

    “We got a knock on the door at 6:30 at night and was told be out of the rooms in an hour, so I’m out there stranded and nowhere to go, you know, and not knowing who to call, what to do,” said May. 

    They’d both spent the last two months trying to get clean through Clearview Treatment Center in Dayton. Now, they worry as hundreds like them are at risk of relapse.

    “I feel like it’s going to have a lot of impact on a lot of people’s treatment. like, people have nowhere to go. They’re going to end up relapsing or doing something stupid to find somewhere to go or anything like that,” said Bavicks. 

    An estimated 400 people lost their housing and treatment Friday night. 

    Clearview management would not comment on the situation. 

    But a statement from the U.S. attorney’s office shows Clearview’s previous owner Terry Hill Jr. was charged with health care fraud earlier this year for the second time. The statement shows the first time Hill was convicted of Medicaid fraud back in 2021.

    But patients were told Medicaid money was supposed to be paying for their hotel while in treatment and that Medicaid money has been cut off.

    Now, volunteers, many in recovery themselves, are racing to keep people from ending up on the street.

    “I know what it’s like to walk around without shoes on my feet in the middle of cold in the hopes of just getting high one more time, and I don’t like seeing that,” said TJ Brinnon, Safe Haven Recovery Housing owner. 

    Brinnon and his fiance, Molly Cruz, are starting a new recovery house and helping bring patients from Clearview to other housing.

    “I definitely wanted to help because of that and because there’s so many great options for treatment that it really it kind of hurts my soul,” said Cruz. 

    Now, they’re taking Bavicks and May to their next stop for treatment.

    “Just having that extra person to have your back and especially your spouse be in there with you makes a huge difference,” said May. 

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  • Dayton Mediation Center seeks volunteers to help with youth

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    DAYTON, Ohio — The Dayton Mediation Center is looking for volunteers aiming to make an impact within their Juvenile Court Diversion Program. 

    What You Need To Know

    • Volunteers will be asked to share wisdom, life experience, care and their time with young people in special circumstances 

    • Through the panels, conversations are held between a young person, their parents/guardians and the community volunteers

    • Following the panel, the case is closed and sealed, and the young person will not have a mark on their record

    Volunteers will be asked to share wisdom, life experience, care and their time with young people in special circumstances as members of Community Impact Panels, which are part of the Juvenile Court Diversion Program for children between 11 and 17-years-old. 

    Through the panels, conversations are held between a young person, their parents/guardians and the community volunteers. Members of the panel will discuss what led to the youth’s interaction with the police and how the community is affected. 

    “Volunteers don’t blame, shame, or judge the teen’s choices and may talk about similar choices they have made,” the center said in a news release. “The young person may see what was in their control, and what was not, with a hope of making better choices in the future.”

    Following the panel, the case is closed and sealed, and the young person will not have a mark on their record. Volunteers are needed on one Saturday morning per month. 

    To submit an application to be a volunteer, click here.

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  • Dayton RTA embraces holiday spirit with Christmas trolley

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    DAYTON, Ohio — For those looking to embrace the holiday spirit around Dayton this year, a historical opportunity is returning to the region. 

    What You Need To Know

    • The Greater Dayton RTA’s 77-year-old Christmas trolley, a 1948 Marmon-Herrington TC-48 #559, is returning for the Dayton Children’s Parade on Nov. 28

    • In the 1980s, the trolley was taken to the San Francisco Municipal Railway in California, but RTA CEO Robert Ruzinsky focused on reacquiring it in 2021

    • Following the parade, the trolley will be on display and offer free rides through downtown Dayton at specific events

    The Greater Dayton RTA’s 77-year-old Christmas trolley, a 1948 Marmon-Herrington TC-48 #559, is returning for the Dayton Children’s Parade on Nov. 28 and several public events before Christmas.

    As one of only five operable trolleys of its kind in the world, it is famous for its simulated fireplace, Santa seat and festive scenes gracing the exterior. 

    In the 1980s, the trolley was taken to the San Francisco Municipal Railway in California, but RTA CEO Robert Ruzinsky focused on reacquiring it in 2021. The RTA got it back in late 2021 and has worked to restore it through the RTA’s maintenance team, and it returned to the streets last year. 

    Following the parade, the trolley will be on display and offer free rides through downtown Dayton; however, the vehicle is not ADA accessible. 

    Public events will occur outside Wright Stop Plaza, at the corner of Main and Third streets, on the following dates and time:

    • Saturday, Nov. 29, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
    • Saturday, Dec. 6, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
    • Saturday, Dec. 13, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
    • Saturday, Dec. 20, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

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  • Dayton RTA offers free rides for Thanksgiving

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    DAYTON, Ohio — The Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority is offering some rides for the community in the spirit of the holiday.

    What You Need To Know

    • Free rides will be applied to fixed-route and paratransit on Thursday, Nov. 27

    • RTA said one of the events is the Feast of Giving, which runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Dayton Convention Center

    • Riders are encouraged to use the Transit app or the RTA’s website to plan their Thanksgiving Day events

    Free rides will apply to fixed-route and para-transit on Thursday, Nov. 27.

    “We’re incredibly grateful that RTA is supporting the return of the Feast of Giving. In past years, less than 50% of our attendees came by car,” said Jason Woodard, co-chair of the Feast of Giving. “The free rides offered by RTA on Thanksgiving Day make our event accessible to everyone. This is incredibly important because our event is a celebration of our community – not just a free meal, but live music, dancing, kids’ entertainment and fellowship in a warm, safe environment.”

    RTA said one event is the Feast of Giving, which runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Dayton Convention Center, which will provide free meals to attendees. The event has been on pause since 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic. 

    Riders are encouraged to use the Transit app or the RTA’s website to plan their Thanksgiving Day events. 

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