Good morning, Youngstown.

Volunteers cleaned up litter at Mill Creek Park’s Watershed yesterday, as reporter Leslie Huff noted.

The event improved local park spaces and maintained a cleaner community.

Blair Carmichael, an Army veteran from Warren who joined in 1988 after a setback, witnessed the Berlin Wall fall in 1989 during his assignment in West Germany.

He now aids digital learning at Case Western Reserve University and serves as secretary for the local Sons of the American Revolution chapter.

Community leaders, residents and project partners are gathering at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Howland branch (9095 E.

Market St.) to mark groundbreaking for a library expansion that will add 1,400 sqft and update interior spaces; the branch will close on Sept. 8 with reopening expected in March 2027.

Sixth Street SW in Warren Township was renamed Sixth Street Browner Way on Saturday to honor a local family known for its sports legacy.

The dedication took place near Shadi's Convenient Store and Jefferson PK-12 Elementary School, celebrating their impact on the community.

At Saturday's 14th annual Butterfly Festival (held at the Southside Community Garden on Williamson Avenue), community members honored teen E’Lexus Conner, who died in a July 12 car crash near Market Street and East Myrtle Avenue by releasing butterflies and sharing memories.

Scouts BSA Troop 25 celebrated its 100th anniversary Saturday afternoon at Canfield Presbyterian Church with a picnic featuring games, food, displays and historical memorabilia.

The event gathered past and current members as they shared memories and reflected on a century of scouting tradition.

On Saturday, volunteers from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel served a free continental breakfast, groceries, and clothing at St. Anthony's in Brier Hill to help neighbors in need.

The event is part of ongoing community outreach to support local residents.

Miss Elizabeth Iddings recalled a 1920s home garden where nearly 100 flower varieties once bloomed (she now remembers only 50 to 75) around the old Edwards house, as shared in the Trumbull County Historical Society’s weekly series to inspire local gardeners.

Youngstown radio host Morris, nicknamed Mo Ray (67), recalled his 12-year military service and shift from General Motors to hosting on WYSU-FM.

He now enjoys a relaxed schedule, gardening, and dog walks with his canine companion.

More than 50 locals gathered Saturday morning at a Denny’s meeting room on Belmont Ave for the William Holmes McGuffey Historical Society’s Memories of a Lifetime program, where Kent State Ph.D. candidate Jacob Harver presented research on Youngstown's historic Monkey’s Nest neighborhood near downtown.

A week-long fundraiser is running in Poland (a local event) to support a scholarship program helping veterans pursue higher education.

Jeena Cadigan detailed upcoming events that will benefit local veterans during the campaign.

In Vienna, four junior golf champions were crowned Saturday as participants battled heavy winds, rain & wildfire smoke at Avalon Lakes and Squaw Creek.

Poland’s Matthew Morrone, Canfield’s Aubree Philibin, Canfield’s Preston Tolnar and Grove City’s Katelyn Plummer claimed titles in the U17 and U14 divisions.

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.

Sunny Sweeney Concert

7-10 p.m. — Westside Bowl — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of country music with Sunny Sweeney and Kayla Ray.

Black Men's Wellness Day - Mahoning Valley

7 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Covelli Centre — Free entry — Celebrate health and wellness for Black men with screenings, activities, and entertainment for all ages.

The Bunny The Bear Concert

7-10 p.m. — Westside Bowl — Check venue for tickets — Experience the unique blend of post-hardcore and electronic music with The Bunny The Bear.