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Youngstown
Saturday, May 30th, 2026
Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Three young leaders were named as 2026 MVYP 25 Under 35 MVP honorees during the annual gala held Thursday night at The Lake Club in Poland; the award recognized Bryce Miner, Ashley Wellington, and Patrick McGlone for their strong community impact. The Vindicator
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Union workers at Ultium Cells in Lordstown were notified on Friday that their return is postponed until August instead of Monday. About 700 employees will be placed on temporary layoff as production ramp-up planned for Q3 remains on hold. WFMJ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On May 29, officials seized over 30 dogs from a Campbell home. WFMJ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ River Rock at the Amp returns today with a lineup of live music at the local venue, offering residents a vibrant evening of tunes. Organizers expect a lively, family-friendly event throughout the afternoon + evening. WFMJ
- ➤ Youngstown artist MoniKa Vega held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday at Gallery 18's new space at 3507 Canfield Rd, Suite 5, showcasing her large-scale original art pieces + an e-book with insight into her artistic journey. WFMJ
- ➤ Anastasia James has been named the Butler Institute’s new executive director after a nationwide search, replacing interim director Larry Jones who led the museum since December 2025. WFMJ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ City officials announced a nearly $40 million project to upgrade public facilities — planning is underway for construction to begin soon. WFMJ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, South Range students competed in the 26th Annual Raider Regatta in North Lima by floating cardboard boats behind the former high school, using math and science to test their designs and earn awards for sturdy build and smooth sailing. WFMJ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Trumbull County Land Reutilization Corp. received $1 million in grants to buy houses and rehab five homes, and Habitat for Humanity of Southeast Ohio got $1 million to purchase and improve nine houses. These funds from the Welcome Home Ohio Program were announced Friday to boost affordable housing. The Vindicator
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Scrapper Fest 2026
6-8 p.m. — Eastwood Mall Complex Center Court — Free RSVP — Celebrate the start of the season with player meet-and-greets, family fun, and a chance to win great prizes.
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Warriors Inc. 7th Annual Daddy Daughter Dance
4:30 – 8 p.m. — Byzantine Center at the Grove — Early Bird $40, $50 Jun 1-12 — Get ready for a fun night of dancing and memories.
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