Thursday, January 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Trumbull County Farm Bureau board trustee Holler recalls his first dairy judging event two years ago and urges residents to say yes to challenging opportunities that lead to new relationships — a message he says inspires lifelong learning and growth. Tribune Chronicle
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mahoning Valley coffee shops face rising supply costs that force some to limit labor and keep prices low while others raise rates to cover expenses. High Octane Coffee and Juny Cafe depend on local support as they adjust their operations to meet these challenges. WFMJ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Stambaugh Youth Concert Band will welcome the Cleveland Youth Wind Symphony—young musicians from the region—in an invitational concert on Sunday, Feb. 1 at 2:30 p.m. at Stambaugh Auditorium Concert Hall, 1000 5th Avenue. WFMJ
- ➤ Country singer Jason Aldean headlines YLive 2026 Friday, July 10 at Stambaugh Stadium with Travis Tritt opening, while Eric Church headlines Saturday, July 11 with Ernest opening. Tickets start at $64.95 for single-day passes, available on sale Jan. 30 at 10 a.m. with presale beginning Jan. 28 & Jan. 29. WFMJ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Newton Falls village officials are weighing options for the historic covered bridge after a recent vehicle crash caused damage, which may include taking over ownership and converting it into a pedestrian walkway. They will speak with county commissioners to maintain emergency access (the bridge draws local visitors). Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ Village officials in Lordstown are getting ready for an EPA hearing on Feb. 4 at 6 p.m. at the village administration building concerning Trumbull Energy Center’s permit renewal — they say excess water must go to the sanitary system to avoid Mud Creek flooding that could harm local farmland. The Vindicator
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Ohio Department of Health received a settlement from Insight Health System officials on Wednesday, in which Insight agreed to surrender its hospital license. Officials said the action is still developing as they review further details. The Vindicator
- ➤ On Wednesday, the Ohio Department of Health received a signed settlement from Insight Health System officials agreeing to surrender the hospital license, and the agency said the matter is still developing. Tribune Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Six monster trucks will compete in a dirt track event at Covelli Centre on Friday, Jan. 30 (with a pre-show at 5:30 p.m.) and Saturday, Jan. 31 (featuring a pre-show at 1 p.m. and a main event at 3 p.m.), offering fans racing, freestyle and trick competitions along with driver meet-and-greets. 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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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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