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Youngstown
Monday, January 19th, 2026
Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brightside Project is hosting a Dolly-inspired dinner fundraiser Monday evening to celebrate Dolly Parton's 80th birthday and support early-childhood literacy. WFMJ
- ➤ The Trumbull County Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance hosted its annual Martin Luther King service at St. James Church of God in Christ in Warren on Sunday to honor King's legacy with guest speaker Rev. Kenneth Simon emphasizing the connection between Jesus and justice. The Vindicator
- ➤ Ashley Morrow from Bristolville led a Saturday meeting at The Country Grind in Southington to discuss proposals for better animal care during cold weather in Trumbull County. She explained agency standards and announced plans for another meeting on March 28 at a location to be confirmed. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ At Saturday's Polar Plunge at Mosquito Lake, over 80 local participants plunged in 33-degree water to raise $30,000 for Special Olympics Ohio in honor of late Hermina (Minnie) Wolfe, a longtime annual participant. Local sponsors, rescue teams and newcomers including an 11-year-old first-timer ensured safety while celebrating her enduring legacy. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ On Sunday, people gathered at Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church on the East Side for an interfaith service honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Rev. Asa Lee urged the community to act on injustice—reading from scripture and King’s speeches amid music and dance. Tribune Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of parents and kids attended an event at Penguin City Brewing Company on Sunday where actresses dressed as Rumi, Zoey and Mira led a Huntrix sing-a-long, brunch and photo session (each child received a free OH WOW! Children's Center ticket) in downtown Youngstown. WFMJ
- ➤ At Poland Library, librarian Tim Seman presented an America250 series talk on community cookbooks Saturday morning, showing how local recipes capture history and traditions — he will host talks on Industrial Heritage Feb. 18, Deindustrialization March 18, and a public forum April 15 at the main library. The Vindicator
- ➤ On Saturday, a program was held at Triyounity Health and Wellness LLC (239 Main Ave. SW) in Warren where local panelists read excerpts from King’s 'Letter from Birmingham Jail' to honor his legacy. The event, hosted by the Braceville African American Heritage Museum, offered insights on civil rights history. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ On Sunday, the Trumbull County Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance held a Martin Luther King Jr. service at St. James Church of God in Christ in Warren, where guest speaker Rev. Kenneth Simon (of New Bethel Baptist Church in Youngstown) connected King's legacy to a call for Jesus and justice. Tribune Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Oak Hill Collaborative has taught free digital literacy classes for older adults since 2017 at its Oak Hill Avenue location in Youngstown. Participants who complete eight sessions earn a refurbished laptop + build hands-on computer skills and confidence. WFMJ
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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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Hadestown Teen Edition
2:30-3:30 p.m. — Top Hat Productions — Ticket prices vary — Experience a unique teen rendition of a classic musical in Youngstown.
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E5C4P3 - The Journey Tribute
7-8 p.m. — Columbiana Arts Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the world's top Journey tribute band thrilling the audience with classic hits.
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Episode 26
2 p.m. — Youngstown State University — Ticket prices vary — A humorous tribute to classic sci-fi serials like Buck Rogers and Flash Gordon.
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