Cheez-It’s Birthplace in Dayton | Dayton News

Dayton, Ohio, just got official recognition as the birthplace of the Cheez-It, thanks to a new historical marker near where the first cheesy crackers rolled off the line back in 1921. The story was uncovered by Todd Hollst, who spent months researching and convinced local officials to honor the snack’s roots — proving even your favorite cracker has deep local history. Now, every bite you take is a nod to Dayton’s unexpected legacy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cea160341dcf6868