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Youngstown State University’s Centofani School of Nursing received a $1.25 million donation from Dr. Chander Kohli (a prominent neurosurgeon) honoring his late wife, Karen, which will name the east nursing wing at Bitonte College of Health and Human Services.

The gift will help boost local healthcare education.

Warren’s longtime ENT provider The Lippy Group reopened under QUICKmed Urgent Care as a new chapter begins.

It will continue to offer specialized ear, nose + throat care to Mahoning Valley patients while retaining key experienced staff.

Buzz Bros Lawn Care and DLX Contracting and Renovations, a Youngstown firm, received two nominations for the 2026 Ohio Minority Business Enterprise Awards on Oct.

13. The nominations recognize the business’s dedication to quality service in our community.

SOBE Thermal Energy Systems disconnected steam heat for two downtown buildings—22 Market Street Ohio LLC and FNB Youngstown LLC—for failing to pay bills overdue by 91 days, as noted in a recent court report.

Negotiations continue with other customers facing delinquent accounts.

The Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC) at YBI is launching new resources and programs to help local entrepreneurs start their businesses.

Financial Advisor Monica Anderson said the expanded services will support more community members in getting the help they need.

Boardman Local School District officials met today to review a five-year plan addressing a potential $11M deficit if future levies fail, with reappraisals and property tax issues contributing to the shortfall.

Superintendent Chris Neifer said the district will decide on possible staff and program cuts by Nov. 30.

The annual Hunger Hike took place Sunday at Hubbard First Presbyterian Church where residents walked one, two, or four miles in rain to raise funds for local food banks and provide hygiene and cleaning supplies to those in need.

Opponents of data centers will attend a Hubbard Township meeting tonight at 6:30 p.m. at the township administration building to present petitions backed by over 500 signatures calling for zoning restrictions after trustees imposed a 12-month moratorium.