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Tuesday, July 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today the 179th Trumbull County Fair opens with seven days of fun and food along with a new 4-H building; the fair runs daily from 10 a.m.—10 p.m. through Sunday with Tuesday admission at $3 and ride tickets for $10 while later days include rides with the $14 all-inclusive fee. WKBN
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Liberty township fire officials said a house explosion on June 7 killed 34-year-old Justin Braun and left a man and a 4-year-old in critical condition, while the ATF and State Fire Marshal continue to investigate (with findings expected up to a year) and police have recovered stolen items to secure the scene. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ A 2-year-old boy fell into an above-ground pool in Boardman on July 4 and was taken to Akron Children's Hospital after his father performed CPR (including mouth-to-mouth resuscitation) when he found the child not breathing. WFMJ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Gorant Chocolates has launched an expanded wholesale program that lets approved retailers order its full product line online — with options for shipping or local pickup available. WFMJ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Officers responded at 5:25 p.m. on Friday to the gas station at 1305 McGuffey Road in Youngstown where they found a man with a stab wound who was taken to St. Elizabeth Health Center for treatment — police are investigating the incident. WKBN
- ➤ A West Side man, Gerald Baytos, 59, was arrested Sunday for a fourth felony domestic violence charge after a woman said he assaulted her outside a Mahoning Avenue restaurant when she refused to let him drive her car—he is set for a preliminary hearing on July 14 following his Monday arraignment. WKBN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Youngstown City Schools revealed a new mascot, logo, and updated school names as part of a plan to merge its high and middle schools. The changes will take effect in the 2026-27 school year as students and community members help shape the district's future identity. WFMJ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Howland Township will receive $621,250 from state transportation investments to upgrade Mines Road and improve a County Highway 69 intersection for future job growth + enhanced freight operations. The Mines Road project will add a left-turn lane and traffic signal expected to support 205 new jobs and retain 360, while the County Highway 69 improvement will aid a new Kimberly-Clark facility investment. Tribune Chronicle
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Visitors can pick fresh blueberries and summer flowers at White House Fruit Farm in Canfield. The farm said blueberries are in season for three weeks while a mix of blooms lasts through the end of summer — giving locals a fresh and colorful outing. WKBN
WELLNESS NEWS
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Summer Festival of the Arts
12-5 p.m. — Ward Beecher Planetarium — Free entry — Experience engaging planetarium shows as part of a vibrant arts festival.
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Jazz in the Park Youngstown
3-7 p.m. — Wick Park — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of live jazz performances in the beautiful Wick Park.
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Kid Mammoth with Papers and Interior Stations
8-11 p.m. — Westside Bowl — No Refunds — Kid Mammoth headlines a night of music with support from local acts Papers and Interior Stations.
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Cornerstone Collective Market
2-6 p.m. — 2649 Glenwood Ave — Free entry — Experience a vibrant summer market featuring fresh produce and artisan goods while supporting local producers.
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Summer Garden Party 2025
5-9 p.m. — Kidston Pavilion — Cash bar — Enjoy a welcome champagne toast, appetizers, and evening dance music by The Total Package.
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Hermitage Arts Festival
12 PM - 9 PM, 11 AM - 4 PM — Rodney White Park — Free entry — Celebrate creativity with local art, music, and delicious food in a vibrant community atmosphere.
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Aversed with Takacs and Vanta
8-11 p.m. — Westside Bowl — No refunds — Aversed returns to the Westside Bowl with Vanta and Takacs for a night of electric music.
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Last Train to OZZ Concert
8:00–9:30 p.m. — Westside Bowl — Ticket prices vary — Don’t miss one of Youngstown's top concert experiences with a thrilling performance.
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