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Ohio released its annual school district report cards that show state high proficiency in English and math while Miami Valley districts performed differently.

Kettering and Centerville City Schools earned 4.5 stars, whereas Dayton Public Schools received 2 stars and plans to hire certified teachers next year.

Inspections found that 36 of 101 Kroger stores in Ohio had pricing errors that led to overcharges averaging more than 20% above shelf prices + the nonprofit report by the Center for Responsible Food Business detailed 644 pricing issues affecting customers in Butler and Montgomery counties.

Huber Heights City Schools raised its report card rating from 2.5 to three stars for 2025-2026, reflecting improved performance in key areas.

Interim superintendent Russ Fussnecker said the district will follow its strategic plan to keep boosting student success.

Dayton Children's Hospital was named to the 2026-2027 Best Children's Hospitals list by (U.S. News & World Report) for its work in orthopedics and neonatology, honoring the team's dedication to top pediatric care in the community.

A new report from the nonprofit Center for Responsible Food Business found that over one-third of Ohio Kroger stores, including one in Huber Heights, charged shoppers up to 20% more than shelf prices.

It cited inspections from 2022 to mid-2026 and urged clearer digital coupon use + strict price guarantees.

Fall Prevention Week is set for Sept.

21 to Sept. 25 as Premiere Health's Paula Balcom explains fall risks and prevention steps to help locals stay safe (she outlines key tips for those most at risk).

Gas prices have dropped in the region as GasBuddy shows Buc-ee’s in Huber Heights now charges $3.492 per gallon — local stations in Dayton and neighboring cities list higher rates so drivers can use the map to find the cheapest option.

Mark Fogel from Mile Two spoke at Launch Dayton’s Startup Week on Tuesday, Sept.

15 at the Dayton Arcade, where he challenged common leadership myths and advised entrepreneurs to know when to pivot.