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Monday, May 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Valley will observe Memorial Day on May 26 with numerous parades, ceremonies and races scheduled to honor veterans; staging in Austintown begins at 9 a.m. and events will also take place in Beaver Township, Boardman, Canfield, Youngstown and several Trumbull County communities — a day planned to remember those who served. The Vindicator
- ➤ The Wean Foundation will host a 30-minute Race, Equity and Inclusion workshop Tuesday at 10 a.m. on Zoom to explain racism in its institutional forms. Other community events include a sound bath at Unity Spiritual Centre in Liberty Wednesday at 7 p.m. with doors opening at 6:30, a Poland Historical Society meeting at the Little Red School House Wednesday at 6:30, a teen glow in the dark art session at Girard Free Library Thursday at 5:30, a 57th annual Shenango Valley Urban League banquet May 28 at Avalon at Buhl Park, and a new St. Vincent de Paul dining hall location at Broadway Community Campus in Youngstown. The Vindicator
- ➤ More than 100 couples renewed their wedding vows at St. Columba Cathedral on Sunday in an annual Mass held by the Diocese of Youngstown. Bishop David Bonnar stressed the need for mutual support — guiding couples from 25 to 67 years of marriage to cherish their life-long bond. The Vindicator
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police are investigating a south side incident when at least sixty shots were fired overnight with officers arriving at Zedaker Street and Cambridge Avenue—just west of Pemberton Park—around 2:40 a.m., collecting sixty shell casings with no victims or damage noted. WFMJ
- ➤ Trumbull County Grand Jury is reviewing evidence from a fatal single-vehicle crash in Bazetta Township on November 3, where 35-year-old Britni Ulam recorded a blood alcohol level of .339—over four times the legal limit—and lost control of her Nissan SUV on State Route 46, resulting in the death of 31-year-old Frank Walter, with the jury set to decide if aggravated vehicular homicide charges should be brought. WFMJ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Musicians and former students gathered at Stambaugh Auditorium on Sunday to honor Stephen L. Gage, who taught at Youngstown State University for 28 years. The nearly two-hour concert featured 88 musicians and seven conductors with a world premiere piece commissioned in his honor (Mission: LoveMusic plans future tribute concerts). Tribune Chronicle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bird watchers will gather at Mosquito Lake State Park for the third annual Big Birding weekend from Friday through Sunday on Memorial Day weekend—organizers plan guided hikes, keynotes at Champion High School, wildlife talks, displays, food trucks, and a road closure on Hoagland Blackstub Road with a detour in place. The Vindicator
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Emergency crews from several fire departments and dive teams practiced water rescue techniques on Sunday at Lake Milton State Park in a large water rescue drill designed to simulate a callout ahead of Memorial Day—coordinated by the Portage County Water Rescue Team to improve response efforts in busy summer conditions. WFMJ
- ➤ Aimee Fifarek, director of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, testified before the Ohio Senate Education Committee last week to defend local library funding and the Public Library Fund—essential for nearly half the library’s budget—and urged senators to maintain current funding as the state budget deadline on June 30 approaches. The Vindicator
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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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.
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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.
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The Benders Reunion Concert
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Robins Theatre — Fundraising event — Celebrate the legacy of The Benders in a special concert honoring Bill Griffin’s son while raising money for charity.
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3rd Annual Girard-Liberty Catalina Wine Mixer
6-9 p.m. — Giant Eagle Supermarket — $75 per person — Enjoy a variety of wines and craft beers while supporting local community projects.
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RIVIVAL
7-10 p.m. — Westside Bowl — All ages welcome — The RIVIVAL takes over Youngstown for a night of pure energy, music, and self-expression!
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The Family Reunion Stage Play: Family Tree
7:30 p.m. — DeYor Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience the heartwarming continuation of a family legacy in the captivating stage play by Michael Anthony Forney.
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