Sunday, May 4th, 2025

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Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 4th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A North Jackson teen honored her late mother's memory by attending her junior prom in a dress similar to the one her mother once owned+ a stranger's support helped her fulfill this heartfelt wish. WFMJ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The world's largest firewood expo took place at the Trumbull County Fairgrounds this past weekend — it featured vendors from Canada, Slovenia, Germany, Sweden, the United Kingdom and Finland who showed off big machines and celebrated Northeast Ohio. WYTV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ John White — a Youngstown mayoral candidate who had previously been ruled ineligible to run — was arrested Friday in Liberty for disrupting public service and was released on a $12,500 bond. The Vindicator
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Austintown Police Department will retire its two K-9 officers—Gunny and Eros—per the township trustees' agenda. WFMJ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Starting May 10, Sharon Speedway will begin its 96th season under new ownership as Dave Blaney partners with his son NASCAR driver Ryan Blaney and Sharpsville racer Will Thomas III— the track will host a Super Series event with pits opening at 4 p.m. and racing starting at 7 p.m. WFMJ
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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The Right TurnClyde Experience Live
8-11 p.m. — Westside Bowl — No Refunds — Enjoy a night of classic hits with Pittsburgh's The Right TurnClyde Experience and Against The Wind.
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Mother's Day Buffet
11 a.m.-4 p.m. — Waypoint 4180 — Call for reservations — Celebrate Mother’s Day with an exclusive menu and great ambiance.
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STOMP
7:30 p.m. — Edward W Powers Auditorium — Ticket information available — Experience a dynamic performance where everyday objects become extraordinary instruments in a rhythmic celebration.
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Klokwerk E's Anubis Album Release Tour
8-9:30 p.m. — Westside Bowl — $20 ($25 DOS) — Celebrate the release of Anubis with live performances from multiple artists including Klokwerk E and more.
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Maple Mania Festival
11 AM – 4 PM — Trek Coffee House — Free entry — Enjoy a sweet day filled with maple-themed treats, local vendors, and maple syrup education.
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J. Newman Levy Speaker Series: Jewish Composers
5-7 p.m. — Youngstown State University — Free entry — Explore the contributions of Jewish composers in a captivating discussion led by a local expert.
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Mitch and Cindy’s Bluegrass Festival
1 PM - 10 PM — Trumbull County Fairgrounds — Various prices — Enjoy a three-day celebration of bluegrass music with bands from across the USA, camping, and food trucks for all ages.
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Riley Green Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night with Rolling Stone-lauded country singer-songwriter Riley Green on his North American tour.
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