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Saturday, September 6th, 2025
Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Last Friday was National Food Bank Day when local food banks raised awareness of food insecurity and honored volunteers. Local soup kitchens and food drives are calling for help during Hunger Action Month—volunteers can spread the word on social media and donate to local pantries. WFMJ
- ➤ GM Cares, with Ultium Cells and Spitzer Chevrolet, launched a fundraiser to raise $50,000 to buy a 2025 Chevy Express van for Inspiring Minds and will match donations up to $25,000 — the campaign runs from Sept. 1st to Oct. 15th and the nonprofit plans to use the van for local youth transportation with delivery scheduled by early next year. WKBN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Youngstown police recorded eight homicides in the first eight months of this year compared to 17 during the same period last year and 11 over the past 12 months—a 56% decrease from the previous period—with Lt. Mohammad Awad crediting Chief Carl Davis, detectives and the FBI Violent Crimes Task Force for the drop in crime. The Vindicator
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Four World War II veterans aged 99 to 105 attended the 18th Patriot Day at Quaker Steak & Lube in Austintown on Thursday—each receiving a plaque to honor their service while over 260 veterans were celebrated overall. Event coordinator Ken Jakubec said this was the largest group he has seen and noted it marked his final Patriot Day as leader. The Vindicator
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Youngstown started a Downtown Ambassador program to help with litter cleanup, maintenance, directions, and parking in downtown. The small team will work part time in navy blue uniforms that have yet to arrive and is managed by Economic Action Group under a $150,000 contract—boosting safety without replacing the police. WFMJ
- ➤ ODOT reported that the four-way stop at the intersection of State Route 45 and State Route 165 in Greenford has reduced injury crashes by nearly 90% in the past five years—overall crashes down nearly 70% from an average of four per year before installation in 2015. The change shows a marked improvement in road safety for local drivers. WFMJ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Bon Secours Mercy Health, Warren City, and a detective filed responses to an amended complaint that adds two more St. Joseph Warren Hospital employees as defendants in a lawsuit by former patient Brittany Watts, who claims that staff falsely told police her fetus could be alive after her miscarriage—while the hospital says Watts left against medical advice. WKBN
- ➤ OhioSEE will provide mobile vision vans and in-school clinics for eye exams to kindergarten through 3rd grade students in 15 priority counties including Mahoning—these services address a gap in follow-up care for those who fail initial screenings. Governor DeWine’s Children's Vision Strike Force created the program, which will begin in 2026 and serve up to 14,000 students annually. WFMJ
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Mom's Basement Fest
7 p.m. — Westside Bowl — Free entry — Enjoy a night of diverse music performances in the Trophy Room at Mom's Basement Fest.
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Wickyards Unplugged Autumn Market
6-10 p.m. — The Wickyards — $10 presale, $15 at the door — Experience a vibrant night of singer-songwriters and unique handcrafted goods in a community celebration of fall.
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