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Sunday, April 19th, 2026
Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Niles signed a petition urging local officials to support a new data center that may bring jobs and tech improvements to the area (further discussions are planned). WFMJ
- ➤ Angels for Animals will hold its annual garage sale plus founder Diane Less explained that funds raised will help support local animal care initiatives; further event details will be announced soon. WFMJ
- ➤ Angels for Animals is hosting a garage sale—featuring items for kids and pet supplies—later this week at a local venue. The event will benefit animal programs in the community. WFMJ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A mastodon skull fragment discovered about 95 years ago at Fair Park is on display at the Canfield Historical Society (Bond House exhibit on West Main Street) until June 29. Visitors can view the ancient find every Monday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. WFMJ
- ➤ Record Connection—led by owner Jeff Burke—is set to celebrate National Record Store Day with exclusive releases meant to attract local music fans and collectors. WFMJ
- ➤ A paranormal psychic fair took place Saturday at the Girard Metroplex Expo Center where vendors offered psychic readings, lectures, crystals + food. Coordinator Laura Gramelt said the fair welcomed anyone with an open mind. WFMJ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents from Mahoning and Trumbull Counties gathered on North Main Street Saturday morning to sign a petition to limit data centers that require more than 25 megawatts of power; organizers say the ballot initiative needs 600,000 signatures from 44 counties to qualify. WFMJ
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The YMCA of Youngstown will host its annual Healthy Kids Day event Saturday at Davis Family YMCA at 45 McClurg Road. The free event runs from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. and features a bounce house, obstacle course, and pool fun + vendor activities. WFMJ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Youngstown State game ended with White beating Red 29-23, led by head coach Doug Phillips and QB Beau Brunggard. A freeze watch is in effect from Sunday evening through Monday morning as sub-freezing temperatures in the lower 20s to lower 30s could harm local crops. WFMJ
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Legacy Dance Championships
Time TBA — DeYor Performing Arts Center — Registration required — Competitors showcase their talents in a fun and supportive environment with awards for all.
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Designer Purse Bingo Spring 2026
5:30-9:00 p.m. — DiVieste's Banquet Centre — Ticket includes dinner and bingo — Win designer purses while supporting a great cause for local animals.
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Deer Camp Musical
7:30 p.m. — Trumbull New Theatre — $20 for adults, $17 for students — Join four friends in a hilarious quest to bag a deer or face the end of their beloved hunting trips.
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Donnie Iris & The Cruisers Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — Robins Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of classic rock with Donnie Iris and special guest drummers Joe Vitale and Joe Vitale Jr.
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