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Wednesday, June 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Judge John Durkin denied former Austintown Trustee and Poland Township officer Steve Kent's second early release request on his tampering with evidence conviction—Kent made his new request on May 15 after a previous denial in December. WKBN
- ➤ Columbiana County Jail guard David James Ferguson-Grantz, accused of assaulting inmates in 2024 by throwing one inmate to the floor and pushing another up stairs, will face a jury trial on July 2 at 8:30 a.m. WFMJ
- ➤ Whittington Davis could not withdraw his April guilty plea to felonious assault when Judge Anthony D’Apolito read a 7th District Court ruling at a Tuesday hearing—he has yet to announce his decision, and his case follows an incident on West Federal Street where Davis allegedly pushed a woman, injuring her wrist. The Vindicator
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Former Cardinal Mooney coach P.J. Fecko was named the new Director of Athletics and Student Experience for Youngstown City Schools—he led Cardinal Mooney to four state championships. WYTV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The federal government told a judge it agrees to let Youngstown scale down its wastewater project to an 80-million-gallon-per-day facility after the city compressed the schedule and added work including a diversion to the Mahoning River — the amendment will be filed soon for a 30-day public comment period. City officials will file a motion by Friday to withdraw their earlier request as federal and state agencies review public feedback. The Vindicator
- ➤ Trumbull County Auditor Martha Yoder, who is recovering from a bicycle accident, said she will use her own money to fund her appeal against Bazetta Township—challenging a judge's ruling that the township owes over $80,000 after an email scam redirected tax funds to a fake account; she filed her appeal on April 28 and county commissioners will review her proposal soon. WYTV
- ➤ Mahoning County jail was named as one of 13 jails that received a $200,000 grant for addiction treatment for inmates, Attorney General Dave Yost announced Tuesday. The grant program now covers 26 counties statewide+ it will help jails fund addiction services for inmates in recovery. WYTV
- ➤ Mayor Tito Brown questioned Councilwoman Amber White’s residency as she owns a house in Liberty with her estranged husband even though she showed proof to the law department confirming her Youngstown residence when she was sworn in for the Seventh Ward in 2023—the law department will hire an outside investigator to address the concerns raised by taxpayers. WKBN
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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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Food Trucks and Fireworks Celebration with Walk of Fame Induction
5-11 p.m. — Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre — Free entry — Celebrate the 4th of July with a tribute to local boxing legends, delicious food, and stunning fireworks.
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Nature Yoga
10-11 a.m. — Wick Park — $15 — Awaken your senses and connect with nature while practicing yoga outdoors.
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