Good morning, Youngstown.

A Niles man—Nazzarion Battee-Diggs, 25—was indicted on drug charges including possession with intent to distribute cocaine, fentanyl, heroin, and methamphetamine; his indictment was unsealed Friday following his April 16 arrest and he is now held in Mahoning County jail awaiting arraignment later Friday.

The Youngstown City School District will merge Chaney and East high schools into one central school in the 2026-27 school year — the new school will operate at the current East High building on the East Side and include a consolidation of middle schools while addressing transportation issues through upcoming public meetings.

Mahoning Avenue will be paved between Meridian Road and Interstate 680 starting Monday, and drivers should expect delays and lane restrictions—detours will be posted while work is set to finish by June.

Representative Lauren McNally visited Hubbard High School on Friday to talk with juniors in American History about the legislative process.

She also explained the importance of public service at a young age.

USDA Wildlife Services and local health departments will drop about 744,300 oral rabies vaccine baits from small planes and helicopters between May 12—24 to vaccinate wild animals such as raccoons.

Residents in Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull counties will see low-flying aircraft while vehicles distribute baits in Hubbard, Salem, Warren and Youngstown, and officials advise leaving the baits undisturbed to prevent minor pet illness.

Southwoods Health Surgical Hospital earned national accreditation under the MBSAQIP—making it the only accredited bariatric surgery program in Mahoning County—and is expanding its bariatric care team with Dr. Joseph Martin joining Dr. Brandon Dessecker.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Lita Ford Concert

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre — Cost TBD — Rock out with the iconic hard rock singer and guitarist known for her 1980s hits.

Club Michael Sip and Paint

7-9 p.m. — Club Michael — Paid event — Spend an evening creating art under the guidance of Mary as you explore your creativity.