Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of June.
Good morning, Youngstown.
Schwebel Baking Company (a Youngstown staple for 120 years) began liquidating its operations on Jun.
18. The company plans to wind down business soon while customers are advised to check for available bakery items.
Schwebel Baking Company, founded in 1906 by Dora and Joseph Schwebel in Campbell, has grown into a family-run business with locations across Ohio, Pennsylvania and New York — and the Boardman/Youngstown Midlothian Blvd. facility built in 1950 will be remembered for its quality bread.
The city hosted its first-ever drone show at the Juneteenth Celebration on Jun.
18. The display captivated crowds and marked a historic moment for the community.
Youngstown celebrates Juneteenth today with community gatherings and parades in downtown areas.
Local organizers say the events will feature speakers and music — a tribute to freedom and history.
A local watchdog audit found an $8 million gap in school funds — the report was updated Jun.
18. Education officials plan to review spending details to address the shortfall.
At YSU’s board meeting Thursday in Tod Hall, President Bill Johnson presented the Heritage Award to retired faculty members Ronald Shaklee and Betty Jo Licata.
Shaklee, a longtime geography professor and honors program director, and Licata, who led the Williamson College of Business Administration, helped shape the university’s legacy.
Community members gathered on Jun 18 at a school board meeting in Youngstown to push for approval of a new school budget.
Advocates stressed the need for timely decisions to support changes in education.
State utility regulators will meet on June 24 at 1:30 p.m. (in Columbus) to review a request by SOBE Thermal Energy Systems LLC for a temporary emergency rate increase that could raise downtown heating bills, as local leaders push for emergency funding amid rising costs for both businesses and residents.
Mahoning County is accepting applications for a full-time Director - Dog Warden following Dianne Fry's retirement.
Applicants with at least five years of animal control experience must apply by July 1 plus the Board of County Commissioners will select the new dog warden.
On Jun. 18, the State Supreme Court ruled that skill games are illegal, a decision that may require local shops to change their game offerings (as they assess the ruling) and await new state guidelines.
Trumbull County Auditor and cancer survivor Martha Yoder will ride 46 miles in The Peletonia Charity Ride in August to raise $1,500 for James Cancer Center (the center that treated her late brother for leukemia).
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.
Daikaiju Live at Westside Bowl
7-10 p.m. — Westside Bowl — Free entry — Experience the wild sound of surf rock with Daikaiju and DAGGRS & TM in a highly interactive performance.
Toast - The Best of Bread
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Robins Theatre — $ — Experience the ultimate tribute to Bread with spot-on renditions of their biggest hits.
Special Screening of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
6-11 p.m. — Robins Theatre — Free entry — Celebrate Ohio's connection to cinema with a magical screening of a beloved classic.
Wrestling Under The Stars
7:30-11:59 p.m. — 7 17 Credit Union Field at Eastwood — Meet wrestling superstars — Experience an exciting night of professional wrestling featuring legends and current stars.
Low Water Bridge Band Concert
7-10 p.m. — Westside Bowl — Ticket prices TBD — Enjoy an evening of live music with Low Water Bridge Band in a great local venue.
Out of Eden: Eagles Tribute Band Live
8-11 p.m. — The Varsity Club Youngstown — Enjoy great food and drinks — Experience the timeless hits of the Eagles at an unforgettable summer evening event.
National Ice Cream Day Celebration
10 a.m. – 7 p.m. — Sweet Memories Vintage Tees & Candy — Free treats available — Celebrate Youngstown's ice cream heritage and enjoy exclusive merchandise and family-friendly fun.
Ohio Vintage Fest Youngstown
12-5 p.m. — Metroplex Expo Center — $5 General Admission, $10 Early Bird — Shop vintage clothing and items from over 35 unique vendors.
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