Dayton becomes first major Ohio city to require masks; here's what to know

Wearing face masks in public places will be mandatory starting at 8 a.m. July 3, per an ordinance unanimously approved Wednesday evening by the Dayton City Commission. The ordinance, passed in response to the recent uptick of Covid-19 infections in Southwest Ohio and Montgomery County, requires people to cover their nose and mouth with cloth, fabric or other materials when inside public spaces, as well as in outdoor environments where social distancing is not possible. It will remain in effect…