Good morning, Youngstown.

Wednesday afternoon, a large section of bricks fell off a building at the Youngstown State University campus on West Rayen and North Phelps Streets, with no injuries even though bricks fell five stories to the pavement.

West Rayen between North Phelps and Hazel Streets is closed pending further investigation.

Riviera Creek, a local marijuana grow facility, is expanding and releasing innovative products in Ohio dispensaries including freeze-dried THC infused caramels today + a new plant-based pre-roll next month.

The company will also launch a DIY pre-roll kit in the fall and add new grow rooms to boost production.

Pita Authentic Greek Gyros Food Truck brings traditional Greek food to local streets — serving flavorful gyros and sides.

The truck is set to park in a central Youngstown location for diners seeking a genuine taste of Greece.

The Mahoning Valley Manufacturers Coalition received $250,000 from the state’s Industry Sector Partnership Grant Program to support workforce development projects, including a Junior Achievement BizTown initiative and a preapprenticeship program with the Warren City School District.

Today, $1.5 million was allocated by the state for upgrades at West Warren Industrial Park, including a completed pump station for fire suppression and road resurfacing on Nevada Avenue SW; the City of Warren requested the funds with owners contributing $65,000 while taxpayers cover another $1.2 million.

The Mahoning County Courthouse will offer tours from June 15 to 18 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. led by Probate Judge Robert Rusu, showcasing its 115-year history and architectural features to celebrate America’s 250th birthday with free admission and shuttle from Covelli Centre.

Youngstown City Council voted 7-0 on Wednesday to approve funding for sewer improvements at Salt Springs Road Business Park to install a pump station at the Exal Court site.

Top Property Holdings LLC may develop Youngstown Technology Park, with buildings planned to support local jobs and revenue.

One lane on Park Avenue near Stambaugh Auditorium is closed for a roof replacement project for the next four weeks, along with sidewalk closures + Market Street is limited to one lane in each direction for about a week due to an emergency sewer repair.

Hubbard Mayor Ben Kyle said Eastgate Regional Council has secured all funds needed to remove the Valley Mould Dam; the multi-year project will begin after a request for qualifications is issued and will work to remove sediment (MS Consultants may be involved) to improve Little Yankee Run's water quality.

Southwoods Health celebrates 30 years of care in the Mahoning Valley.

The hospital opened its Surgery Center on June 10, 1996 and now offers more than 300 providers and advanced services including robotic spine surgery at several locations.

After a Facebook post, longtime Boardman Township administrator Jason Loree found a matching kidney donor in resident Jennifer Blomstrom (who has a rare three-kidney anomaly) and he is scheduled for a transplant at Cleveland Clinic on June 30.

Jason Stanford will return as the Scrappers pitching coach at 7 17 Credit Union Field this summer — marking a full circle in his local baseball career from playing to coaching at Howland and Youngstown State, supported by his family's nod to the move.

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.

Niles 4th of July Parade, Car Show & Craft Fair

11 a.m. — Niles Senior Citizen Center — Free entry — Celebrate the Fourth of July with a festive parade, exciting car show, and vibrant craft fair.