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Saturday, January 24th, 2026
Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County in Vienna, led by CEO Bethany Cluckey, plans new monthly bingo nights + a $25,000 appeal to support animal care and facility repairs amid rising calls for neglect and hoarding cases. Volunteers and vet tech students from Kent State join the community efforts. Tribune Chronicle
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ WorkOhio launched last week to connect locals with in-demand jobs using one-on-one guidance from regional experts. The free service, including support from the Mahoning Valley Manufacturers Coalition (Youngstown), offers tailored resources through its new website WorkOhio.gov. The Vindicator
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students in Melissa Hackett’s MCCTC art class collaborated with Animal Charity to design a new logo for the Charlie’s Secret Wish Program. Animal Charity chose Grace Krikpatrick’s design as the winner while plans include using four finalists’ work on t-shirts and murals and framing all five entries for display. WFMJ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ According to NWS, a winter storm will begin Saturday night in the Valley with 6 to 10 inches of snow and possibly up to a foot—plus wind chills of -5 to -15 on Monday. Officials advise residents to stock up and drive carefully. The Vindicator
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials advise caution as a winter storm will hit the Mahoning Valley tonight through Sunday, bringing (8 to 10 inches) of snow that may impact travel; state and local agencies are on standby to clear roads and help residents stay safe. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ Trustee Arnie Clebone cited 2025 successes including Mercy Health’s 61,900 sqft behavioral health facility opening, 32 lots by Altobelli Real Estate and Home & Land Developers, and Refuge Ministries’ soccer fields near Center Park improved with a $450,000 grant. The Belmont Corridor plan is set for completion in October. The Vindicator
- ➤ Air Force veteran Matthew Dubon — with extensive dog-handling experience — is appointed executive dog warden for Trumbull County’s pound, effective Monday. County commissioners approved the move and he will also help choose a deputy and plan a new location. The Vindicator
- ➤ Ohio officials have released a draft workforce development plan for 2026-2027 that focuses on Mahoning, Trumbull, and Columbiana counties. The plan offers alternative service points at local libraries to help residents address skill gaps in advanced manufacturing and health care (public comment runs until Feb. 22). WFMJ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Southwoods Health announced on Friday that its Howland facility at 9371 East Market Street will expand imaging services, including 3T MRI + fixed PET/CT, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, DEXA and 3D digital mammography, plus a women's Center for Breast Health. Patients need a physician's order, though walk-ins for X-rays are allowed. WFMJ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fans can meet YSU quarterback Beau Brungard at Eastwood Mall’s Center Court on Friday, Jan. 30 from 4 to 6 p.m. The free event lets locals connect with the native star before he begins his senior season. WFMJ
- ➤ YSU snapped its seven-game Horizon League losing streak on Thursday night at Zidian Family Arena as Cris Carroll (34 points and eight 3-pointers) powered the Penguins to an 88-81 win over Green Bay. The Vindicator
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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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Episode 26
2-7:30 p.m. — Youngstown State University — Ticket prices vary — A charming homage to Saturday morning sci-fi serials with a clever twist.
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