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Youngstown
Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pink Out Mahoning Valley is accepting vendor and food truck applications for its festival set for Oct. 4. The free event at Austintown Township Park (6000 Kirk Road) will feature a full music lineup and mark the kickoff of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. WFMJ
- ➤ A flash mob was held at Eastwood Mall in Niles Wednesday to honor Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month — drawing approximately 250 participants and over 10 service providers for community engagement. Gateways to Better Living organized the event to celebrate inclusion and highlight support programs. WFMJ
- ➤ Greenwood Chevrolet hosted Wednesday's Extra Mile Giveaway for United Way donors from Mahoning and Trumbull counties, where Andre'a Lawrence, a longtime donor at Trumbull County Children Services, won $15,000. Lawrence said the win feels like an early birthday present and will help cover her master's tuition. WFMJ
- ➤ Nine local women will be inducted into the Women’s Hall of Fame on March 19 at the Jewish Community Center at 505 Gypsy Lane. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the ceremony runs until 7:30 p.m. Tribune Chronicle
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Vallourec finished 2025 with strong results and plans a 650 million euro shareholder payout by August, said CEO Philippe Guillemot. The firm, operating near Youngstown, expects steady margins from U.S. demand and will invest in high-value technologies to boost efficiency. The Vindicator
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Jewish Community Center hosted a special opening reception for 'Lessons from the Tree of Life: Lighting the Path Forward' at its art gallery on Gypsy Lane, showcasing exhibits and donated memorial items that recall the 2018 attack + a memorial construction project will begin later this month. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ Youngstown Playhouse is holding auditions for its new play 'The Shark Is Broken' in April. Director Brendan Boyle seeks three male-presenting actors to portray real-life stars in a comedy about making Jaws, with auditions on April 6 and 7 from 6-9 p.m. at 600 Playhouse Lane. The Vindicator
- ➤ Women's History Month events are happening throughout the Valley. Today, Youngstown State University hosts a HERstory Trivia Challenge from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with additional events in Struthers, Niles, Warren, and downtown running through March 31. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ At the Jewish Community Center on Gypsy Lane, the Tree of Life exhibition (Lighting the Path Forward) opens through April 9 to share community remembrance, recounting the 2018 Pittsburgh attack while announcing plans to replace the synagogue with a memorial, museum and education space. The Vindicator
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Knights of Columbus Youngstown announced a $100k scholarship for one YSU student per class rank who maintains a 3.0 GPA and parish membership (with preference for those with family ties to the Order); the recipients will be chosen annually by the Knights and YSU Foundation. WFMJ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Weathersfield trustees will request reallocation of a $500K state award to fund park improvements—pavilion, restroom, and parking—and have secured a $347K DOT grant to replace Main Street sidewalks this summer. They also scheduled a community pickleball tournament on May 23 to raise park maintenance funds. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ The Trumbull County Planning Commission named Teresa Miller as the recipient of the March Something Good Initiative to honor her decade-long work in economic development and her leadership in securing nearly $30 million for small businesses. Her work helped over 750 businesses during the pandemic (COVID-19). WFMJ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mercy Health expanded services to include specialized hand surgery along with foot and ankle procedures using robotic-assisted techniques — a method that lowers pain and shortens hospital stays. Patients in the Valley now have access to advanced orthopedic care from surgeons Dr. Christopher Gause and Dr. Andrew Cramer. WFMJ
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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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36th Mill Creek Distance Classic Half Marathon & 5-Mile
8:30-11:30 a.m. — Mill Creek Wick Recreation Area — Registration fees apply — Celebrate fitness and community spirit at this annual running event supporting local scholarships.
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Alumni Social in Youngstown
5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Varsity Club Youngstown — Registration includes appetizers and first beverage — Network with familiar faces and celebrate Hiram College's alumni community.
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Left Lane Cruiser with Papers
8-11 p.m. — Westside Bowl — All ages — Catch the blues rock vibes with Left Lane Cruiser and Papers at Westside Bowl.
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99 & 2000's Party Vol. 2
10 p.m. — Penguin City Brewing Company — VIP Packages Available — Celebrate the Easter Weekend with nostalgic vibes and top DJ sets.
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Intro to Epoxy Training
9 AM - 5 PM — Epoxy Depot Youngstown — $995 — Gain hands-on skills in epoxy flooring with expert training from seasoned professionals.
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Youngstown's Enchanted Princess Ball
2-4 p.m. — Youngstown Country Club — $55 — Experience a magical dining affair with princess meet and greets, performances, and dancing.
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