Good morning, Youngstown.

Former police chief and county sheriff Randall Wellington, known for his integrity and steady leadership, died on Friday at age 93 after a 55-year career that restored trust in local law enforcement.

Colleagues remember his calm approach (and mentorship) as a cornerstone of his lasting legacy.

Today, the Lordstown Fire Department holds an open house at 1595 Salt Springs Road from 6 to 8 p.m. Visitors can tour equipment and ask questions about the November ballot proposal to repurpose a third of the 1.5% income tax for a new fire station (no extra cost for residents).

Today, the Lordstown Fire Department hosts an open house from 6 to 8 p.m. for tours & Q&A on a local tax proposal, while this week Warren offers a Friday coat giveaway at Warren Family Mission and a Haunted Tunnel weekend that donates funds to the local high school.

Youngstown’s Central YMCA reopened its two pools and steam room today after steam heat was restored by SOBE Thermal Energy Systems on Tuesday.

The facility had closed its shallow and deep pool classes due to the outage.

Valor Energy Inc., a Nevada-based holding company with operations in China, announced on Monday a $3.6 million deal to convert the 30,888 sqft 1911 Logan Ave. site from bitcoin mining into an AI data center (pending permits, acquisition and construction) while officials plan zoning reviews to protect community interests.

Red Lobster in Hermitage will permanently close on Sunday, November 1 due to performance reviews and lease terms, according to a spokesperson.

The chain will continue operating its Boardman and Niles locations.

A memorial honoring former Harding band director Robert E.

Fleming was dedicated at Mollenkopf Stadium during a recent football game on Sept. 25. The event was organized in partnership with the Harding Band Historical Association (Trumbull County Historical Society and the school district) to celebrate his lasting musical legacy.

Triple A reported that gas in the Mahoning Valley averaged $4.00 per gallon on Monday (20 cents more than last week but 50 cents lower than before the 38-cent gas tax holiday) and remains below the national average of $4.28.

The Austintown Board of Education held its October meeting where board members Kim Smrek, Don Sherwood, Katie Berdis, Fred Marcum and Harold Porter approved the September financial report and forecast, purchase orders, donations, resignations and new contractual agreements — moves that support programs at local schools.

Mahoning County Children Services held an info session Tuesday at Boardman Library to answer questions on fostering and expand its network after caring for 175 children in only 42 homes.

Officials stressed that anyone 18 or older can help regardless of homeownership or past experience.

Bristol beat Lordstown 2-0 on Oct.

20 to advance to the district semifinal in a local soccer match; the win sets up a crucial next round for the team.

Runners took part in the 52nd Annual Youngstown Peace Race on Oct.

20 on downtown streets and in Mill Creek Park, showing strong community spirit. The race brought together competitive and casual runners in a festive celebration of local pride.