Good morning, Youngstown.

The annual Hunger Hike took place Sunday at Hubbard First Presbyterian Church where residents walked one, two, or four miles in rain to raise funds for local food banks and provide hygiene and cleaning supplies to those in need.

Greenwood Chevrolet in Austintown has launched its Extra Mile Food Drive to support Second Harvest Food Bank & help local families prepare for Thanksgiving.

The drive began Monday and will run through Friday, Nov. 20, with monetary and non-perishable food donations accepted at 4695 Mahoning Avenue.

Buzz Bros Lawn Care and DLX Contracting and Renovations, a Youngstown firm, received two nominations for the 2026 Ohio Minority Business Enterprise Awards on Oct.

13. The nominations recognize the business’s dedication to quality service in our community.

SOBE Thermal Energy Systems disconnected steam heat for two downtown buildings—22 Market Street Ohio LLC and FNB Youngstown LLC—for failing to pay bills overdue by 91 days, as noted in a recent court report.

Negotiations continue with other customers facing delinquent accounts.

The Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC) at YBI is launching new resources and programs to help local entrepreneurs start their businesses.

Financial Advisor Monica Anderson said the expanded services will support more community members in getting the help they need.

Terri and David Ratcliffe spent $20,333 to extend their gas service on Corey Hunt Road and are now seeking full reimbursement from Northeast Ohio Gas, which is expanding the pipeline to improve reliability after a recent cold-related outage.

The YMCA in Youngstown opened its 13th annual 'But I Know What I Like' art show—featuring 159 works by 79 artists—at the Davis Family YMCA on Sunday, and the exhibit runs through Nov.

8 while supporting the John Patterson Art Scholarship for adults with neurological disabilities.

Gas prices in Youngstown slipped 10 cents to about $3.87 per gallon on Monday, according to AAA East Central, yet they remain at record highs for autumn.

Nationwide, prices dropped slightly, but local fuel rates continue to climb (AAA report).

Youngstown State University’s Centofani School of Nursing received a $1.25 million donation from Dr. Chander Kohli (a prominent neurosurgeon) honoring his late wife, Karen, which will name the east nursing wing at Bitonte College of Health and Human Services.

The gift will help boost local healthcare education.

Boardman Local School District officials met today to review a five-year plan addressing a potential $11M deficit if future levies fail, with reappraisals and property tax issues contributing to the shortfall.

Superintendent Chris Neifer said the district will decide on possible staff and program cuts by Nov. 30.

Opponents of data centers will attend a Hubbard Township meeting tonight at 6:30 p.m. at the township administration building to present petitions backed by over 500 signatures calling for zoning restrictions after trustees imposed a 12-month moratorium.

Warren’s longtime ENT provider The Lippy Group reopened under QUICKmed Urgent Care as a new chapter begins.

It will continue to offer specialized ear, nose + throat care to Mahoning Valley patients while retaining key experienced staff.

Canfield defeated Boardman on Tuesday, Oct.

13 to capture the All-American Conference crown in volleyball. The win marked a significant achievement for the team and set a strong tone for the tournament.