Good morning, Youngstown.

Thrive Mahoning Valley will hold a fundraising dinner tonight to raise money for an immigration law clinic planned to serve local residents & gather community support for the project.

Good Vibes Thrift Store on the west side will soon install a colorful owl mural by local artist Mike Egan to revitalize the neighborhood.

Funded by three years of store profits and a city facade grant, the installation begins in the coming days at the Mahoning Avenue location (near Schenley).

Gorant Dessert Bar is debuting new menu items as it celebrates its anniversary this weekend, with chocolate expert Johnathon Fauvie introducing innovative drinks (crafted specially to add a twist to the celebration).

Struthers announced its annual Music at Mauthe concert series with local bands performing at Mauthe Park at 6 p.m. on Thursdays, plus one Friday show in July, from June 11 through Aug.

20 — sponsored by Aqua and featuring a food truck for on-site meals.

Mia Clark, an East High freshman, and 19 other student ambassadors shared ideas at the board meeting at Youngstown Rayen Early College to help ease the transition as Chaney and East merge into one high school, set to open in 2026‑27.

They aim to improve conflict resolution and school unity.

Youngstown State University will hold four commencement ceremonies at Beeghly Center on Friday and Saturday to honor over 2,000 graduates, featuring keynote addresses from Matt Kresic (for Bitonte College) and Mayor Derrick McDowell for the liberal arts track.

Graduations begin at 5:30 p.m. Friday and continue Saturday.

Columbiana Exempted Village Schools announced plans to upgrade the Ward Athletic Complex with new lighting and turf installation for the football field (aimed at boosting athletic facilities) that will begin soon.

On Tuesday, Apr. 28, the Educational Service Center of Eastern Ohio partnered with YSU for the Future Pilots Drone Showcase at YSU Williamson Innovation Park in Canfield, where over 180 students from 14 schools got hands-on drone flight experience & learned about career pathways in unmanned aircraft fields.

At a Tuesday breakfast at Leo’s Ristorante in Howland, 56 high school seniors received awards ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 and saw the organization present its one millionth dollar donation to fill monetary gaps in their education.

The foundation, supported by local organizations (including township and police), celebrated 20th anniversary.

Students from 14 area schools — including Warren G.

Harding High School — learned about drone technology and safety at YSU Williamson Innovation Park in Canfield Tuesday, Apr. 28. The Educational Service Center of Eastern Ohio and YSU STEM partnered to offer hands-on flight experience for future pilots.

CareSource, Ohio's largest Medicaid managed care organization, lowered chiropractor rates from about $21 to below $16 per visit, forcing providers like Olympus Chiropractic and Wellness to dispute the change and prompting the Ohio State Chiropractic Association to call on the Department of Medicaid for review.

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.

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.

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.

Free Concert with Michael W. Smith

1 PM — Newport Glen Apartments — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of uplifting music in a friendly community setting.

Midday Cabaret Featuring Stan Miller

1-11:59 p.m. — Columbiana Arts Theater — $18 — Enjoy a soulful afternoon of smooth jazz and timeless classics with Stan Miller's enchanting performance.