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Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Animal Charity of Ohio rescued six dogs on Monday, Jan. 19 after finding them chained outside with cold injuries, and in Trumbull County a dog was found in a poorly maintained enclosure in North Bloomfield with a hearing next week - both cases reveal pets suffer in the cold. WFMJ
- ➤ A local nonprofit will host a free indoor pop-up skatepark at Penguin City Brewing Company on Feb. 21 with sessions for riders 14 and under from noon to 4 and for all ages from 5 to 8; safety rules require legal waivers and helmets for riders under 18. Organizers aim to show why a permanent skatepark is needed. WFMJ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Shapes Unlimited celebrated its 30th anniversary on Tuesday by cutting the ribbon on an 80,000 sqft facility at North Jackson Commerce Park in North Jackson — an investment designed to boost efficiency and fuel job growth in Mahoning Valley. Tribune Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lowellville students explored career paths at a Career Day held Jan. 15, interacting with local professionals in real estate, health care, sports administration and more. School counselors and experts (with support from the ESC) helped grades 7-12 learn practical tips for choosing future careers. The Vindicator
- ➤ The Public Library has unveiled a 10-Year Facilities Masterplan to update 14 branches after meeting with community members; the plan calls for flexible, modern spaces and may relocate one branch with high maintenance costs (up to $50M needed) while using its regular operating budget to avoid new debt. WFMJ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife is now accepting submissions for its Ohio Wetlands Habitat Stamp art competition until Feb. 1 – the winner will be announced on Feb. 14 and will earn a $4,000 contract to feature their work on the 2027 stamp. The Vindicator
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Village officials in Lordstown will testify at an EPA hearing on Feb. 4 at 6 p.m. regarding Trumbull Energy Center's permit renewal for excess water discharge as they stress using the sanitary system & not releasing water into Mud Creek to avoid flooding. Tribune Chronicle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mahoning County Public Health approved a new Community and Faith-Based Infant and Maternal Health fund on Tuesday to lower infant mortality and support expectant mothers by partnering with local groups. The fund, part of a $9.6 million grant from the Ohio Department of Children and Youth, will provide key maternal care education (ten organizations statewide are set to receive assistance). WFMJ
- ➤ Suzanna’s Kitchen from Norcross issued a recall for over 13,000 pounds of fully cooked grilled chicken breast fillets produced on Oct. 14, 2025 after routine testing detected listeria. Products were shipped to food service centers including Ohio, and no illnesses have been reported. WFMJ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The San Jose Sharks acquired winger Kiefer Sherwood from the Vancouver Canucks Monday in a trade for future second-round picks and minor league defenseman Cole Clayton; Sherwood, who scored 17 goals in 48 games and played with the Youngstown Phantoms (from 2012 to 2015), will join the Sharks. The Vindicator
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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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YSU Presents Episode 26
7:30 p.m. — Youngstown State University — Ticket purchase required — Travel back to the vintage era of sci-fi serials with this fun homage to classic shows.
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