Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of August.
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🏘️ Community
Day 1 of the 2025 Canfield Fair began on Wednesday in Canfield as visitors enjoyed animal exhibits, contests, demonstrations and fair food.
An Agricultural Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony honored Edward and Charles Barth and Larry and Kathy Bennett at 11 a.m. while the Open Draft Horse Pig Iron Derby took place at 7:30 p.m.—admission ranged from free to $6 and parking was free.
On Wednesday, over 1,100 customers in Youngstown lost power and traffic delays were reported near Glenwood Avenue and Canfield Road.
FirstEnergy investigated the outage — power was expected to be restored by 10 a.m.
🎓 Education
Choffin Career and Technical Center unveiled its new two-year automated manufacturing program during an open house Wednesday, where 35 seniors and 15 juniors began learning hydraulics, robotics, mechatronics and electronics for future high-paying careers—supported by a $10,000 donation from a local nonprofit.
🌲 Environment
Raindrops will roll through the Valley this afternoon at the 179th Canfield Fair — with showers and a possible thunderstorm affecting fairgoers and YSU's 6 p.m. game — before clear and sunny weather brings dry, comfortable conditions into Labor Day weekend.
🎉 Youngstown Events
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Nick Adduci Live Performance
7 p.m. — Brew Lounge Beer Company & Patio — Check venue for admission — Experience an evening with Nick Adduci, a talented independent singer/songwriter and visual artist.
Mahoning Valley Punk Flea Market
12-5 p.m. — Courthouse Square — Cost details not specified — Explore local vendors while enjoying live punk music and special brews.
Mimosa Fest Part 2
10 AM – 4 PM — Penguin City Brewing Company — Free entry — Indulge in mimosas and brunch while enjoying live music and local vendors.
Young Friends Adventure
Free all-day program — The Butler Institute of American Art — Free entry — Engage in creative activities designed for children aged 2-5 with their parents or caregivers.
Dave and Ed's Super Swap Meet
8 a.m.-5 p.m. — Canfield Fairgrounds — $7 entry — Explore a diverse array of vendors at this vibrant indoor/outdoor swap meet.
Lee Brice: What You Know About That Tour 2025
7-8:30 p.m. — Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre — $36-$80.75 — Experience an evening of country music with Lee Brice as he brings his latest tour to Youngstown.
Columbiana Craft Beerfest
4-8 p.m. — TownCenter at Firestone Farms — Proceeds benefit the Columbiana Project Playground — Sample a variety of craft beers while supporting local community initiatives.
Tim McGraw Concert
7-9 p.m. — Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the chart-topping hits of a country music legend.
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