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Thursday, January 8th, 2026
Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Shenango River Watchers is hosting Eagle Fest 2026 this Saturday, Jan. 10 at Shenango River Lake. The free event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Chestnut Run Swim Beach and features presentations by the Pennsylvania Game Commission and a live Wings of Wonder program, along with eagle spotting and an art competition announcement. WFMJ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sebring Local Schools won state awards for their PBIS programs supporting students' behavioral, academic, social (and mental) health. B.L. Miller Elementary earned a gold designation and McKinley Jr./Sr. High received silver. WFMJ
- ➤ At Monday’s board meeting, Howland’s superintendent Kevin Spicher awarded certificates to current members Perry, Pegg, and Altawil while recognizing departing members Jones and Miller as the district celebrated its service during January’s School Board Recognition Month (new members Reynolds and Vennitti were also welcomed earlier that evening). Tribune Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Trumbull Neighborhood Partnership hosted meetings Wednesday at the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library to seek input on a $2.6 million EPA Brownfield Cleanup Grant for five abandoned gas station sites. The grant would remove underground tanks and contaminated soil to ready the sites for homes, parks and businesses. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ Trumbull County commissioners will hire a new dog warden in the next several weeks to move forward with a new dog pound in Warren. Officials & the advisory panel are reviewing financing and site options for the facility, which could cost up to $4M. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ PUCO approved on Wednesday a settlement requiring FirstEnergy-owned companies to refund nearly $280M to customers over several billing cycles; the settlement includes $249M in restitution, refunds for improper charges, and $20M to support low-income programs. WFMJ
- ➤ Former Boardman fiscal officer William D. Leicht, 80, died Saturday after serving the township for 30 years and was remembered for his reliable leadership; visitation will be held Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. at Edward J. Fox & Sons Funeral Home (4700 Market St.). The Vindicator
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Miami Heat did not waive Rozier by the 5 p.m. Wednesday deadline, guaranteeing $1.7M so his $26.6M salary counts against the cap while he is on leave for federal charges; the team may try to trade him before Feb. 5 if the NBA approves the move + a deal emerges. The Vindicator
- ➤ South Range wrestlers swept the NE8 Conference dual meet on Wednesday in Girard by defeating Girard, Hubbard, Poland and Lakeview — the team remains undefeated as coach Frank Giordano credited the seniors and standouts Tyson Seesholtz and Ryan Ruthrauff. The Vindicator
- ➤ YSU lost 71-69 to Purdue Fort Wayne at Zidian Family Arena on Wednesday. Coach Ethan Faulkner said the team (with key contributions from Jaiden Haynes and Cam Polak) must reduce turnovers and improve its defense in the next game. Tribune Chronicle
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Des Moines Buccaneers vs Youngstown Phantoms
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Covelli Centre — Watch live on FloHockey — Catch the thrilling ice hockey match as the Buccaneers take on the Phantoms.
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Tropidelic Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Westside Bowl — Tickets starting at $76 — Experience the vibrant energy of Tropidelic's live reggae and electronic fusion.
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Charlie Boy, Ferro, Ryan Concert
7-11 p.m. — Westside Bowl — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a lively concert featuring Ferro who brings melodic tunes to life.
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Underground Entertainment Awards
5-11 p.m. — Westside Bowl — Cost info not specified — Celebrate the creative talents and influential voices of Youngstown's entertainment community with special performances.
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Empress Eyes Live with Brake Fluid and Outrun Infinity
8-11 p.m. — Westside Bowl — Free entry — Enjoy a night filled with captivating performances from local bands Empress Eyes, Brake Fluid, and Outrun Infinity.
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Intro to Epoxy & Overlays Training
9 AM – 5 PM — Epoxy Depot Youngstown — $895 — Learn epoxy techniques from seasoned expert Garrett Barnes at this comprehensive training event.
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Absolute Intense Wrestling: Out Cold
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Penguin City Brewing Company — Tickets from $25 — Watch top wrestling talents like Mike Santana and Priscilla Kelly battle it out live.
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