Good morning, Youngstown.

The Girard Mount Carmel Festival will run July 11 to 16 at the Italian Fraternal Home Club, featuring carnival games, rides, bingo, and nightly music with a parade by the Blue Coats Band on July 16.

Howland Rotary Club dedicated a peace pole at Richard E.

Orwig Park on Friday evening with speeches, music by Canfield’s James Margiotta, and food trucks in attendance. The pole bears the message 'May Peace Prevail On Earth' in English, Italian, Spanish + Chinese and connects the local project to a global Rotary peace initiative.

Niles’ new public square opened Saturday after the 4th of July festivities as part of the $3.5 million Downtown Riverfront Revitalization Project funded by the Appalachian Community Grant Program.

Mayor Mientkiewicz said the project is expected to boost downtown recreational and economic activity.

Richard Stewart, a former Marine who lost 100 pounds (meeting Marine standards) to join the Corps, now owns a State Farm Insurance agency in Niles and began his career at the Texas A&M fire academy before working as an EMT and in animal welfare.

Residents were evacuated from The Cloisters neighborhood in Canfield after a high-pressure gas line ruptured and officials continue safety checks while flash flood warnings remain in effect until 10 PM.

Kroger acquired Giant Eagle as announced on Jul 5 — and will soon integrate operations to impact local grocery options in Youngstown and across the region.

John Miller, a Poland Army veteran who served in Vietnam, recounted how he oversaw limited beer and liquor sales at the Bien Hoa PX in 1969 and shared memories of the period's challenges.

Now 80, he lives in Boardman and stays active by walking regularly around Mill Creek Park.

On Friday afternoon, a new mural titled "America250: Layers of Legacy" was unveiled at the Purple Cat Disco Garden where local artists painted features from Youngstown's history and culture (created by McGlone, Duck, Bunevich and Madeline).

Kinsman Presbyterian Cemetery in Kinsman Township holds eight honored Revolutionary War veterans and early pioneers as part of a weekly series by the Trumbull County Historical Society — a local volunteer has restored 60 grave markers to preserve these important historical sites.

Cirque Italia water circus will perform at Southern Park Mall for local families.

The show is scheduled soon + final details are expected.

Over 8,000 homes and businesses are without power in Mahoning County after Sunday night storms caused 8,183 outages, with 1,200 in Canfield Township, 1,625 in Austintown and 4,042 in Boardman.

FirstEnergy has not provided an estimated time for restoring power.

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.

Leanne Binder Concert

6-10 p.m. — Halliday's Winery — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of live music with Leanne Binder at the scenic Halliday's Winery.

Brian Simpson Concert

7-8 p.m. — Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the smooth jazz sounds of Brian Simpson live in concert.