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Monday, June 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today the Greater Youngstown Community Mobilization Coalition is hosting a Legislative and Policy Virtual Forum at 6:30 p.m. on Facebook—attendees must sign into the Zoom room for questions—and the community has several upcoming events including a Scouting America breakfast fundraiser on June 10 at the Lake Club in Poland, summer camps at the Career & Technical Center starting June 9, a Simply Slavic baking contest at 1 p.m. Saturday with entries due today at Krakus Polish Deli & Bakery, a Family Fun Walk at Boardman Park on Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon, Helping Hands Closet Tuesdays at Western Reserve United Methodist Church, plus a Gathering Place event with guest speaker Roxann Seabest at 11 a.m. on June 9 at Lord of Life Lutheran Church. The Vindicator
- ➤ Last Saturday in Warren, Packard Park hosted a tribute as volunteers laid roses at the Wall That Heals Vietnam Veterans Memorial for 61 local fallen. Veterans and local leaders—including Medal of Honor recipient Ken David—shared stories of bravery that united the community. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ More than 800 volunteers gathered on Saturday for Youngstown’s 28th annual Streetscape Planting Day as they planted over 800 flowers—including begonias, petunias, snapdragons, and zinnias—to make downtown look nicer. City officials said the event has drawn local residents and visitors to care for the area and support local restaurants—showing the community’s commitment to improving downtown. The Vindicator
- ➤ The Autism Society of the Mahoning Valley held its sixth annual Warriors fundraiser Saturday morning at the Canfield Fairgrounds and raised about $82,000—above its $75,000 goal—to support autism programs for local families. A team led by 9-year-old Jaxson Sugar contributed over $7,800, and the event featured activities like a strongman contest and a support walk. Tribune Chronicle
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Three people were taken to the hospital after a head-on car collision outside Dollar General on the 5500 block of Mahoning Avenue NW in Champion — emergency crews arrived at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday with mutual aid from Bristol and Bazetta fire departments. WYTV
- ➤ Youngstown Fire and Police Departments responded to a two-car crash at the intersection of Bears Den Road and Canfield Road (no injuries or major car damage reported) that blocked Bears Den Road as officers redirected traffic. WFMJ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lita Ford headlined the Rock The Rich Center concert at the Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre today to mark the center’s 30 years and support its programs—local group the Vindys performed and event ambassador Lindsey Watson helped spotlight the fundraiser. WKBN
- ➤ Members of Mount Calvary Pentecostal Church in Youngstown held a celebration on Saturday for Bishop Shawn Tyson’s 15th pastoral anniversary and his 60th birthday. The bishop recalled his five-year fight with kidney failure—where his creatinine level dropped from 16.8 to nearly normal—and said only God could help him recover. WYTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ YSU-OEA President Dr. Mark Vopat spoke Sunday in Ravenna and warned that Senate Bill 1 threatens DEI programs, faculty rights and academic freedom—voters may decide its fate in a statewide referendum on the November ballot. A petition drive has gathered over 6,000 signatures in 10 days as it aims for 250,000 by the end of June. WFMJ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ June marks CPR and AED awareness month in our community, reminding residents that emergencies can strike at any time. Dr. Nicholas Ruthmann from the Cleveland Clinic advises checking a victim's pulse and starting CPR immediately with 100—120 compressions per minute and using an AED if available. WKBN
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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Ribs-N-Rock Festival
12-12 a.m. — Southern Park Mall — Free entry until 3 p.m. — Ribbers and rockers unite for summer’s ultimate rib cook-off and music festival.
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Tribute: The Band - Tenacious D Cover Experience
8-11 p.m. — Westside Bowl — $14 general admission — Experience the energy of Tribute: The Band, plus Nintendo-themed nerdcore with Master Hand!
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2nd Annual Cardinal Mooney Color Run
10 AM – 12 PM — Cassese's MVR — Registration fee required — Experience a vibrant two-mile color run with a community twist featuring a stop at Penguin City.
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YO! Motion Presents: Mobilizing Midlothian Community Bike Ride & Health Fair
This FREE, community bike ride and family-friendly event is designed to mobilize residents around the Midlothian corridor bike lane. Our goal is to not only promote safe and healthy cycling but to celebrate the rich history and positive changes happening in the Midlothian and Glenwood corridors.
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YO! Motion Presents: Mobilizing Midlothian Community Bike Ride & Health Fair
This FREE, community bike ride and family-friendly event is designed to mobilize residents around the Midlothian corridor bike lane. Our goal is to not only promote safe and healthy cycling but to celebrate the rich history and positive changes happening in the Midlothian and Glenwood corridors.
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Free Outdoor All-Levels Yoga
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Boardman Township Park — Free entry — Enjoy a calming outdoor yoga session for all levels hosted by NAMI Mahoning Valley.
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