Category: City News

Dayton-area riverfront development project makes headway with $3M investment

A significant investment toward a Dayton area’s $75 million revitalization and redevelopment efforts aims to put the city on the map as a destination. The planned district will bring new development, a whitewater park and new riverfront housing to the city. In a recent press conference, U.S. Rep. Mike Turner (R-Dayton) announced a $3 million investment to … Continued

Whitewater Park project moves forward in West Carrollton

VIDEO: https://www.wdtn.com/news/local-news/whitewater-park-project-moves-forward-in-west-carrollton/?fbclid=IwAR34wqrp_z2eoAdWkv703Sb12wgJS8vhv3REw4kWqWGAbAHPrHsNZ-YId2A   DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — West Carrollton’s Whitewater Park project is moving forward, with a three million dollar boost in federal funding. On Tuesday, city council and community leaders gathered at the West Carrollton Civic Center to take the next steps for the Whitewater Park project. It will be located on the Great … Continued

West Carrollton whitewater park project gets big financial support

Project will enable the Dayton region to compete to host whitewater competitions and events. A whitewater park and community gathering space planned by West Carrollton is set to receive financial support from Montgomery County. City council, at its most recent meeting, approved a measure to allow City Manager Brad Townsend to enter into a contract … Continued

West Carrollton OKs raise for police officers, other employees

WEST CARROLLTON — West Carrollton police officers, sergeants and administrative employees will receive raises each year for the next three years. A recently approved agreement between the city and the West Carrollton Police Association provides for 5% cost-of-living wage increases for police officers in 2023, 2024 and 2025. “We also agreed that the patrol contract … Continued

Helping Residents in Need by Raking Leaves

The West Carrollton City Beautiful Commission is holding their annual Rake Rally at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 12. They are seeking volunteers to help with the event. Volunteers will meet at the Civic Center, 300 E. Central Ave., and then disperse across the city to help residents in getting their front-yard leaves to the … Continued

Father Daughter Dance – Nov. 4

West Carrollton will hold the annual Father-Daughter Dance on Friday, Nov. 4, 2022. Daughters can bring their dads or someone special to this year’s Disco-themed event held from 7 to 9 p.m. on Nov. 4, at Fire Station 56, located at 125 W. Central Ave., West Carrollton, OH, 45449. The event is recommended for girls … Continued

Monster Mash Event & Halloween Home Decorating Contest

Calling all skeletons, werewolves and superheroes: the city’s 17th annual Monster Mash event returns this year. It will be held at Weidner Park next to the Civic Center, 300 E. Central Ave., from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 27. Hundreds of people typically attend the festivities. Activities include hayrides, pumpkin decorating, carnival games, … Continued

Oct. 1 City-wide Garage Sale & Large Item Pickup

The final West Carrollton city-wide garage sale of the year is scheduled for Saturday, October 1, rain or shine. West Carrollton residents may register their sale online at no cost here or by emailing alaforce@westcarrollton.org. Please provide a name, address and phone number. The sale will be advertised online, social media and the city website. The … Continued

Family Movie Night in the Park – Sept. 9

The Parks Department’s Family Adventure programs continue this fall with the next movie night to be held Friday, September 9, from 8:30-11 p.m. This event will be at Wilson Park, 350 Wilson Park Dr. The movie night will be co-hosted by the West Carrollton Nazarene Church and feature a family friendly film. This is a … Continued

“Hello Fall” Food Truck Rally to be held Sept. 10

The City of West Carrollton is hosting a food truck rally to say “Hello Fall” to the community. The event will be held on Saturday, September 10 from 4-8 p.m. in the Carrollton Centre area on N. Elm St. between Central Ave. and Main St. The city will have two local musicians performing. Neil Florek … Continued

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