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Dave Chappelle to Host Benefit Concert for Ohio Shooting

Associated Press

   DAYTON, OHIO - Comedian Dave Chappelle plans to host a special block
   party and benefit concert in Ohio for those affected by the recent mass
   shooting.

   Chappelle will be among national and local entertainers planned for the
   main stage at the "Gem City Shine" event in Dayton Sunday.

   WDTN-TV reports the City of Dayton along with the Downtown Dayton
   Partnership and the Chamber of Commerce will help organize the tribute.

   The organizers say the event will be an effort to reclaim the
   entertainment district after 24-year-old Connor Betts' 32-second
   rampage in front of Ned Peppers that killed nine people and left dozens
   injured Aug. 4.

   Chappelle, a resident of nearby Yellow Springs, urges attendees to
   "live in the moment" by enjoying the experience live rather than
   recording it on their cellphones.

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