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Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Just before 7 a.m. on Monday, a fatal head-on crash occurred on Route 422 in Coitsville—state troopers reported that a van and a SUV collided near King’s Motel on McCartney Road, killing one person and sending another to a hospital while the westbound lane is closed and eastbound traffic continues to flow. WFMJ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A year after the Realty Tower explosion in April 2024, Youngstown Stambaugh Hotel LLC and Youngstown Stambaugh Parking Holdings filed a suit in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court seeking over $1 million for damages not covered by insurance after a gas line was accidentally cut during scrap work. The lawsuit names several defendants (YO Properties 47, LY Property Management, Greenheart Companies, East Ohio Gas Co. dba Enbridge Gas Ohio, and Travelers Indemnity Co. of Connecticut) and alleges negligence and strict liability. The Vindicator
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Eric Rivers, 51, pleaded guilty in January to selling drugs from a house on Charles Avenue in Warren and was sentenced Monday to more than nine years in federal prison by U.S. Judge Christopher A. Boyko following a March 6 indictment for selling cocaine, crack cocaine & fentanyl between September and November 2021. WKBN
- ➤ Youngstown mayoral candidate John White, who has over 35 convictions, faced felony charges—disrupting public service and domestic violence—after he damaged property at his Liberty home on Friday when his eligibility was questioned; his preliminary hearing is set for 1:30 p.m. May 14 in Girard Municipal Court. The Vindicator
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Woodrow Wilson High School Hall of Fame Dinner will be held May 25 at Mr. Anthony’s in Boardman—honoring former graduates for their service and achievements. The event will benefit the Woodrow Wilson Legacy Scholarship at Youngstown State University with tickets costing $50 and reservations due by May 13. The Vindicator
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After weeks of heavy rain, flooding damaged homes along Shafer Road—residents even reported kayaking in high water. Champion officials met with local residents on Monday to discuss a township drainage ditch petition that would require a county engineer to survey culvert blockages and design improvements to reduce future flooding. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ Ohio voters can vote today from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. at their designated polling places with a valid photo ID, and early absentee ballots must follow strict deadlines; the ballot includes Issue 2 that lets the state issue bonds for local projects—local races feature Youngstown Mayor Tito Brown challenging City Councilwoman Samantha Turner along with several council and levy contests. WKBN
- ➤ The 910th Security Forces Squadron at Youngstown Air Reserve Station was named the 2024 Department of the Air Force Security Forces Air Reserve Component Unit of the Year for its key role in base defense and aircraft security. This marks the unit's second time receiving the honor as it continues to train and prepare Defender Airmen for missions worldwide. WFMJ
- ➤ Drivers in Youngstown face several road and lane closures this week due to construction and maintenance projects. The Center Street Bridge will have lane restrictions from Monday, May 5 until Friday, May 9 — Market Street southbound will be closed on Monday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. — while on Tuesday, May 6, work at the Phelps Street/West Federal Street intersection and on Francesca Avenue will cause further closures with detour routes to be posted as scheduled. WFMJ
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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Mix 98.9 Time Warp Prom
6-11 p.m. — Canfield Fairgrounds — Tickets required — Experience the Valley's biggest annual 80's & 90's themed costume party with dinner buffet and live music.
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