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Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Registration is open for the Corporate Pinball Challenge and Fundraiser on March 24 from noon to 4 p.m. at Past Times Pinball and Video Arcade (419 N. State St.) in Girard. Teams will play for charity with free practice available March 17; RSVP by March 20. The Vindicator
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Regional Chamber honored 16 Valley businesses on Wednesday at the Family-Owned Business Recognition Dinner in Poland by handing out four awards in categories from Success in Succession to Growth Story and the finalists will be featured on social media and in the Chamber’s Valley Business Magazine. WFMJ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tano Jones Revelry will perform Friday at 8 p.m. at Westside Bowl in Youngstown during Brad’s Savage Birthday Bash — the show also features The Shootouts, Rolling Boxcar International, and Bad Hooks, with tickets at $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ Youngstown State University held a community reading on Wednesday at DeBartolo Hall where professor Chris Barzak read portions of Toni Morrison's Jazz to mark Black History Month and statewide events celebrating her legacy (she would have turned 95). The Vindicator
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mahoning County Juvenile Court and local school districts introduced the EWS program today to address chronic truancy by meeting with students and families — aiming to tackle the root causes of absenteeism. WFMJ
- ➤ Dylan Trevelline from Girard High School was named a finalist for the National Merit Scholarship Program and could win one of about 7,000 awards this spring; he plans to pursue a pre-med track in college. WFMJ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ PUCO ordered Cleveland Electric Illuminating, Ohio Edison and Toledo Edison on Wednesday to extend repayment of $245 million of deferred storm restoration costs from 5 to 25 years, lowering rates today in many areas though the shift may raise future bills, the Ohio Consumers' Council warned. WFMJ
- ➤ Five firefighters including Battalion Chief Jordan Thomas, Captains Andre Miller and Josh McHenry, and Lieutenants Brandon Athey and Zach Whinery were sworn in at the downtown main fire station on Wednesday after openings arose from Fire Chief Courtney Kelly’s promotion and retirements with Mayor Derrick McDowell administering the oath. The Vindicator
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Youngstown State Penguins beat Cleveland State 106-82 on Wednesday night (at Zidian Family Arena) with a strong offense that hit 63% of shots and tallied 21 assists on 33 baskets, while Salaridze scored a season-high 24 points to boost their conference hopes. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ Ely of Tra's Gourmet Sandwiches is donating new red warm-ups to support Canfield athletics for the 2026 OHSAA tournament run starting Saturday. His contribution continues a strong local partnership with the school sports program. WFMJ
- ➤ Cardinal Mooney student Zion Hensley competed in the Golden Girl Championship in Boras, Sweden, finishing fourth but earning a (Top Talent of the World) award on her first overseas trip. She will next compete in Japan and Mexico and is set to run for her school track team this spring. Tribune Chronicle
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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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75th Annual Home & Garden Show
12-8 p.m. — Canfield Fairgrounds Event Center — Admission fee varies — Celebrate 75 years of home and garden inspiration with a weekend of exhibits and activities.
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Madison Capitols vs Youngstown Phantoms
7:05-9:05 p.m. — Covelli Centre — Check FloHockey to catch the puck drop as Madison Capitols face off against Youngstown Phantoms.
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Bert Kreischer: Permission to Party World Tour
7 p.m. — Covelli Centre — Ticket prices range from $25 to $125 — Comedy superstar Bert Kreischer brings his hilarious performance to Youngstown.
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Electric Bug Concert
7-10 p.m. — Westside Bowl — Ticket information available — Enjoy live music by The Vumms and immerse yourself in their unique sound.
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