Good morning, Youngstown.

The Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church, founded in 1925 in Struthers, marked its 100th anniversary with a Black and Gold Celebratory Banquet this past weekend.

Senior Pastor Mark Parks said local members gathered for speeches and live music — keeping alive a long tradition of faith during tough times.

Hubbard teen Landon Lovey organized a four-hour event at Hubbard Elementary where 45 volunteers built 25 beds for kids in need.

The local group Sleep in Heavenly Peace (founded in 2015) now supports a waiting list of 1,300 children.

Air Force veteran Tiffany Starling from North Bloomfield served for 20 years with stateside and overseas deployments and retired as a master sergeant; she moved to Trumbull County to be near family and said her military career taught her self-discipline—skills she will use while homeschooling her younger son.

Mahoning Valley Sanitary District is holding a grand opening and ribbon cutting for MVSD Park today at 5 p.m. at 180 North Dunlap Avenue — the event will unveil new equipment funded by a $10 million effort to improve community spaces and serve light refreshments.

At the Brookfield branch of the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, Brookfield Historical Society members recounted the region's mining history and noted that Trumbull County led the state in 1875 coal production with 1,065,000 tons mined from five townships.

The talk explained three types of mines and reviewed mining hazards and the immigrant work experience, including a 1877 accident where seven men were suffocated.

Kinsman Presbyterian Church was built in 1833 with help from local donors like Rebecca Kinsman and was designed by Willis Smith; the church stands next to an old cemetery that holds graves of early residents and Revolutionary War veterans.

Volunteers have cared for the site with a 2007 renovation — a sign of the town's long faith and strong history.

High school students attended Art Day on Saturday at YSU’s Cliffe College of Creative Arts to learn about its art programs and creative community — they joined panel discussions, hands-on activities, and campus tours to explore courses in ceramics, digital media, and other disciplines — which helped them see future career paths in the arts.

City and township officials cut the ribbon at Hubbard's First Responders Bridge on Main Street just north of St. Patrick Catholic Church Saturday morning, honoring local police and firefighters.

The ceremony featured remarks by Mayor Ben Kyle—who called first responders a pillar of the community—and celebrated 150 years of service by the local fire district.

Chaney won a 10 to 6 victory over East at Rayen Stadium on Saturday as Dewayne Thompson intercepted a pass with just over two minutes left to clinch the final City Series game—his play pushed his total offense over 100 yards and ended East’s season as both teams prepare to merge next year.

After 10 weeks of regular season play, the 2025 OHSAA football playoffs will begin this Friday at 7 p.m. with 21 area teams vying to reach the state championships at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium (the bracket system gives top seeds first-round byes).

After months of practice since July, all three Howland Little Tigers teams played three games on Sunday afternoon at Lombardo Field during the Steel Valley Youth Conference Superbowl—two teams won gold in a historic event that many players view as a bridge to middle school football.

Warren Epilepsy Support Group

6-8 p.m. — Maggiano Holly J MD — Free entry — Connect with others who understand epilepsy and share management strategies in a supportive environment.

Halloween with DJ Puff

10:00 p.m. – 11:59 p.m. — Penguin City Brewing Company — Prizes for costume contest — Youngstown’s greatest Halloween party is back bigger than ever with special guest Ben Basta.

Øutlier Concert Featuring Bo's Garage & Sludge

8-11 p.m. — Westside Bowl — $11.88 — Enjoy an electrifying night of music with Øutlier and special guests Bo's Garage and Sludge.

Judy Collins Live Concert

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Robins Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless melodies and inspiring artistry of music icon Judy Collins.

Youngstown Phantoms vs. Sioux Falls Stampede

6:05-7:35 p.m. — Covelli Centre — Check FloHockey for broadcasting details — Catch this thrilling hockey matchup as the Phantoms face off against the Stampede.

Little River Band Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Robins Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary harmonies and timeless hits of Little River Band live.

K-pop Brunch

10 a.m. - 4 a.m. — Penguin City Brewing Company — Free entry — Dance and sing along to K-pop hits while enjoying delicious brunch with fellow enthusiasts.