Dayton Magazine April/May 2018

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restaurant guide 44

Find some new experiences and rediscover old favorites in our 2018 Restaurant Guide.

Plus listings. By the Editors

April/May 2018 4 Letter from the Editor

By Natasha Baker

6 Dialogue

Tweets, posts and letters from our readers.

7 Upfront

The Bellbrook Sugar Maple Festival will celebrate its 40th anniversary this year. By Madison Rodgers

8 Transportation

Improvement projects along US Route 35 expected to begin next year. By Ginny McCabe

9 By the Numbers

Dayton Dragons look to continue record-setting run of attendance. By Eric Spangler

15 Guest Column

Dayton Metro Library offers several programs to assist job seekers. By Rachel Gut

17 Scene 24 Dayton Live

Check out the Miami Valley’s do-it-yourself crafting venues. By Natasha Baker

27 A&E Calendar 33 Community

United Rehabilitation Services offers a comprehensive range of programs and services. By Ginny McCabe

34 Midwestern Traveler

10 Q&A

The Bluegrass State is packed with outdoor activities ideal for all ages and skills levels. By Corinne Minard

By Mike Boyer

43 Style

Five questions with air show’s Rob Reider.

12 Comment

Franklin native a prolific chronicler of the history of Dayton. By Jim Bucher

14 History

Dayton’s first state wrestling champ died young, but his memory lives on. By Leo DeLuca

Fabulous shops abound in Tipp City’s quaint downtown district. By Natasha Baker

60 Personalities

Hal McCoy, hall of fame writer, still covering baseball with a passion. By Val Beerbower

62 Dayton Underground

Under-the-radar festivals, hush-hush foodie finds and other hidden treasures in the Miami Valley. By Tim Walker

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DAyton Home

64 Simple Additions

Simple additions make homes shine. By Eric Spangler

70 Logan A/C and Heat Services

Logan A/C and Heat Services offers tips to help homeowners. By Eric Spangler

72 Business Hall of Fame

The Dayton Business Hall of Fame recognizes the rich tradition of success and civic involvement of the region’s business community. By the Editors

76 Business

MAKSolve. By Corinne Minard

78 Live Well

Heart Disease: A focus on prevention.

By Jennifer Patterson Lorenzetti

83 Wealth Management guide 2018

Biggest mistakes to avoid when investing for retirement.

By Mike Boyer

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