Good morning, Youngstown.

The Village of McDonald will hold its homecoming festival from Wednesday, June 24 to Saturday, June 27 with carnival rides, live music, a parade, pancake breakfast and road race by the water tower.

Beer tent events run from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. with $5 tickets + $20 for five.

Residents are still cleaning up after a crude oil and salt brine spill in Farmington Township, with officials from the Ohio EPA confirming the spill on Jun.

22. Cleanup efforts continue as local residents work to restore affected areas.

Schwebel Baking Company in Youngstown closed its doors due to financial challenges—layoffs will start after the 4th of July weekend and finish by Labor Day.

The WARN notice confirmed that with no buyer or new funding, liquidation was the only option.

Columbiana County Humane impounded mini donkeys from a Lisbon farm after finding signs of neglect, and charges will be filed against the owner while the animals receive veterinary care at Happy Trails Animal Sanctuary.

A new Children's Area is set to open at the 15th Anniversary Simply Slavic Festival from June 26 to 28 at the Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre—offering games, crafts, and shows with Baba Yaga and Baba Roga to share Slavic traditions with kids.

The Youngstown Press Club announced eight Hall of Fame inductees — including Simeon Booker and Helen Hurlbert — to honor their contributions to Mahoning Valley media.

The honor highlights decades of local journalism from print to broadcast.

Madeleine Devlin, a recent Ursuline High School graduate from Austintown, placed third in the national storytelling contest at the National Speech and Debate Tournament in Richmond — one of six finalists; she will begin fall studies at St. Vincent College, majoring in digital art and media.

The South Range Local School District announced 80% of students met all reading benchmarks on seven state tests, earning a 4.5 rating on the Fall 2025 report card.

The district credits ten years of data-driven reforms (better curriculum and targeted support) and awaits its 2026 report card this summer.

WRTA broke ground on a new bus garage Monday morning in Youngstown— the project will build Bus Barn A to replace a nearly century-old annex and accommodate a next-generation fleet including electric buses while updating Bus Barn B, with completion expected between late winter and early spring 2027.

Mahoning County Suicide Prevention Coalition met this morning with Man Therapy Ohio to discuss solutions for men's mental health, including free gun locks and an online 20-question assessment.

The board will use these measures to help lower the high suicide rate among men in the county.

Two Mercy Health hospitals in the Mahoning Valley earned Primary Stroke Center certification, which recognizes their commitment to patient care.

Mercy Health’s Neuro-Science Program Coordinator Dani Greene explained that the certifications highlight the hospitals’ readiness in managing stroke emergencies.

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.

SPG Spoken Word Fundraiser

7-10 p.m. — Penguin City Brewing Company — Fundraiser event — Experience an unforgettable night of spoken word and poetry to support a worthy cause.