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Monday, April 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Supporters gathered at Penguin City Brewing Company last Sunday for the third annual Sunday Funday to raise funds for Dylan’s House, a nonprofit building supported homes for autistic adults in the Mahoning Valley. The event confirmed that the group bought land in Struthers and Boardman and will break ground by the end of this year — local leaders, including Youngstown State University President Bill Johnson, praised the project’s impact. WFMJ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday at Warren G. Harding High School’s new student wellness center, sixteen high school drone teams raced in head-to-head and capture-the-flag challenges as organized by the Trumbull County Educational Service Center — participants like McDonald High School’s Katie Terela and Howland High School’s Gavin Boyts showcased teamwork and STEM skills. The competition, now in its fourth year, used 3-D printed drones and expanded from six teams to 17. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ Seaborn Elementary in Mineral Ridge—part of the Weathersfield Local School District—was named a 2025 Hall of Fame School by the Ohio Association of Elementary School Administrators, making it one of only 11 schools statewide to receive the award. OAESA leaders will celebrate the honor at the district Board of Education meeting on Wednesday and again at a conference on June 16, adding to the school’s record of previous awards including the National Blue Ribbon and consistent 5-star ratings. Tribune Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Township trustees sent a letter to Mike Wilson — executive director of SCOPE — expressing interest in offering senior programs at the new administration building based on a residents’ survey. They canceled plans for a sled hill due to cost concerns and will explore playground equipment with possible grant funding while Mercy Health has asked about a local property. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ Residents of Austintown will see their electric bills increase in June when a new 12-month fixed rate deal with Texas-based Dynegy nearly doubles the kilowatt hour cost from 0.0499 to 0.0933 cents, effective in May. Township Trustee Bruce Shepas said the township selected Dynegy after comparing three quotes—urging residents to shop for rates with free opt outs. The Vindicator
- ➤ City council will vote Wednesday on legislation to repave sections of Wood Street, McGuffey Road, Sheridan Road and Powers Way with a $1.3M project where the state covers most costs—while also approving over $1M for new police and water vehicles that will be installed this year. The Vindicator
- ➤ Mahoning County has covered this year’s dispatch costs for nine communities while Austintown renegotiates contracts, and trustees approved advances from the general fund. The township is also switching to a statewide radio system that will cut fees and ease future expenses + help manage its strained budget. The Vindicator
- ➤ At last week’s council meeting, four of the six part‑time police officers in Craig Beach resigned, leaving only two on duty and one on military leave. Mayor James Becker said the town may work with the county sheriff to cover calls + they are rethinking plans to buy a new vehicle as the current cars often have dead batteries. The Vindicator
WELLNESS NEWS
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Kindermusik Class for Toddlers
Recurring Class — Apr 18 – Apr 24 — Valley Little Melodies — Cost info not specified — A fun, engaging music class that promotes creativity and cognitive development in toddlers.
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Tommy DeLuca LIVE
7-10 p.m. — Biker Brewhouse — Check out an entertaining evening of live music with musician and actor Tommy DeLuca.
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Farm Animal Baby Shower
10 a.m.-2 p.m. — Mill Creek MetroParks Farm — Free admission — Celebrate the arrival of farm babies with fun activities and a sheep shearing demonstration.
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Run Ytown 5 & 10-Miler
8-11 a.m. — Second Sole Youngstown — Registration fee required — Join the community for a morning of energetic running competitions at the annual Run Ytown event.
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Music Bingo Night
6-9 p.m. — Paladin Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of music and bingo while winning prizes with friends.
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Canfield Spring Super Swap Meet
8 a.m.-5 p.m. — Canfield Fairgrounds — $7 single day or $10 weekend pass — A lively indoor/outdoor swap meet featuring diverse vendors and collectibles.
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Stavich Bike Trail Smart-guided Cycle Tour
10 a.m.-1 p.m. — Stavich Bicycle Trailhead — Cost varies — Explore a historical cycling route along the Ohio/Pennsylvania border at your own pace.
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Cinco on Phelps
1-7 p.m. — Phelps Street Gateway Public Space — Free entry — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with live music, food, and arts and crafts.
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2025 GC-360 Leadership Summit
12 PM — Stambaugh Stadium — $45 early bird, $70 regular — Engage in a day of leadership training and development for high school athletes.
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Choose Joy Benefit Softball Tournament
5 PM – 6 PM — McCune Park — Email for details — Celebrate fastpitch travel softball at this community-driven tournament.
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