A Brand-New Nonprofit Just Launched in Warren — And It's Beautiful
Something really special happened right here in the Valley last weekend.
Hearts and Hands United, founded by Jeanna Nezbeth, officially launched with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Bazetta Cortland Optimist Club — and it was packed.
We're talking live music, raffle baskets, 40 local vendors, and a whole lot of community love.
The mission is simple and powerful: connect families and small business owners with the financial help and community resources to keep them going.
Think of it as a community lifeline and a local marketplace rolled into one.
"This isn't just where we live — it's our home," Nezbeth said.
Future community markets will be held the second Saturday of June and November.
This is going to be something really meaningful for Trumbull County.
Keep an eye on it.
YSU Students Just Won Big — Nationally
Youngstown raised them. Youngstown should know about it.
Student journalists from The Jambar, JambarTV, and Rookery Radio at YSU just swept the Society for Collegiate Journalists 2025 National Contest — earning 5 first-place finishes, including:
• Online Radio Overall Excellence — Rookery Radio
• Multimedia Sports Story —
coverage of YSU's National Champion bowling team
• Special Coverage — Nicarlyle Hanchard & John Ostapowicz
"Our students aren't just playing the game — they are ready for the show," said faculty adviser Adam Earnheardt.
Youngstown growing talent. Youngstown winning nationally.
Get Spiffed Up for Spring
There’s something about a fresh start that feels different when your home actually reflects it.
Not just surface-level clean… but the kind where everything feels lighter, calmer, and put together again.
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If you’ve been ready for a reset, this is the moment to do it.
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YLIVE is Coming Back — Save the Dates
Big summer news worth planting now:
YLIVE is returning — and moving back to where it all started,
YSU's Stambaugh Stadium, for a full
two-day event: July 10–11, 2026.
Lineup announcement still coming, but if last year was any indication, you'll want to clear your calendar early.
We'll have more as details drop. Stay tuned!
Health Corner: Your Allergies Are Showing Up On Your Face
(Sponsored by Skin Solution MedSpa, Boardman)
You might be taking something for the sneezing. But nobody talks about what allergy season does to your skin.
Spring allergies don't just hit your sinuses — they trigger inflammation throughout your whole body.
And your face is one of the first places it shows up:
• Puffy, swollen eyes that no amount of concealer can fully hide
• Red, reactive, irritated skin that flares even when nothing in your routine changed
• Dull, tired-looking complexion from the histamine response your body is fighting around the clock
• Under-eye bags and discoloration that get noticeably worse every April and May
Over-the-counter allergy meds help your nose.
They don't fix your face.
That's where Skin Solution MedSpa comes in. Their team can assess what's happening with your skin during allergy season and build a targeted plan — whether that's calming inflammation, treating
redness and reactivity, or addressing the puffiness and fatigue showing up around your eyes right now.
You don't have to just wait it out until June.
■ Schedule a FREE skin consultation and find out what's actually going on — and what can be done about it.
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Half a Million Tulips —
Just Down the Road
Before the season slips away, you need to know about this.
White House Fruit Farm in Canfield is hosting their 2026 Tulip Experience right now — and it is stunning. Half a million tulip bulbs planted across scenic farm fields. Every color imaginable.
Rows upon rows of pure spring beauty.
This is the kind of thing you drive past every day and forget to actually do... until it's over. Don't let that happen this year.
It's a ticketed event and they do sell out — so grab yours now.
■ whitehousefruitfarm.com
■ 9249 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Rd, Canfield, OH
Seasonal treats and beverages available on site.
Bring your camera. Seriously.
HAIR CORNER:
Why You’re Losing More Hair Right Now (And What To Do About It)
(Sponsored by Youngstown Head Spa)
Here's something most people don't know: spring is the season your hair naturally sheds the most.
It's not your shampoo. It's not stress (well, maybe a little).
It's biology.
Just like trees, your hair follows a seasonal cycle — and after a long winter of holding on, spring triggers a natural release.
More in your brush. More in the shower drain. More on your pillow.
For some people it's barely noticeable. For others, it's alarming.
Most people respond by buying new products, switching shampoos, or just hoping it stops.
But if the real issue is at the scalp level — buildup, poor circulation, follicles stressed from months of dry indoor air — no bottle from the store shelf is reaching it.
Youngstown Head Spa works at the root. Literally. Their deep scalp treatments clear buildup, stimulate circulation, and give your follicles the environment they need to recover and grow heading
into summer.
If your hair has been feeling thinner, weaker, or just not quite right lately — spring shedding season is the perfect time to actually do something about it.
Appointment spots are limited.
■ Call or text to book your appointment
■ Follow Youngstown Head Spa on Facebook for availability and updates
Hair Corner is brought to you by Youngstown Head Spa —
because beautiful hair starts at the scalp.
THE WEEKEND EVENT GUIDE:
Spring Festival Edition
Thursday, April 16 – Sunday, April 19, 2026
Your complete guide to what’s happening across Youngstown, Boardman, Canfield, Warren, Niles, Cortland, and the greater Mahoning Valley (plus Sharon, PA).
THURSDAY, APRIL 16
10 Years of Creativity 🎨🐑
📍 6010 Market Street — Boardman, OH
🕒 Happening Now (All Day) A celebration of a decade of creative work
Daffodil Meadow Walk 🌼
📍 Mill Creek Park — Daffodil Meadow
🕒 6:00 PM
A beautiful seasonal walk through Mill Creek Park.
Wine for Hope 2026 🍷💛
📍 Waypoint 4180, 4180 Westford Place — Canfield, OH 🕒 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Paid Annual fundraiser for children with terminal and chronic illnesses — one of the most meaningful nights of the year in the Valley.
Mean Girls the Musical 💅🎭
📍 Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane — Youngstown, OH
🕒 7:30 PM | Paid
Runs April 17–19 & 24–26. Presented by Millennial Theatre Company.
■ FRIDAY, APRIL 17
Pop-Up Skatepark 🛹
📍 Downtown Youngstown
🕒 2:00–8:00 PM
FREE | All skill levels welcome.
■ SATURDAY, APRIL 18
■ SUNDAY, APRIL 19
🎤 Venues With Regular Live Music Nights
Even if they don’t have big concerts listed for that exact week, the following local spots often feature live music, open mic nights, or bands — and it’s worth checking their event calendars closer to the dates:
Magic Tree in Boardman - a popular spot for local live music that creates the perfect backdrop for date night, girls/guys night or hanging with your friends.
JR’z Pub – Known for live music, karaoke and events in Austintown.
Noble Creature Wild Ales & Lagers – Brewery with occasional live music and special events.
Crickets Bar and Grill – Live entertainment on many evenings.
Riser Tavern and Grill and Royal Oaks Bar & Grill – Friendly neighborhood bars that sometimes host live music or DJs.
Shakers Bar & Grill – Casual bar and grill with music and dancing vibes on busy nights.
Collingwood Center – Music venue in Campbell that sometimes hosts concerts and showcases.
Past Times Arcade
📍 Girard
Retro arcade packed with classic pinball and vintage games — fun for families, date nights, or nostalgia lovers.
Boardman Park
📍 Boardman
Beautiful local park with walking trails, playgrounds, and peaceful outdoor space if weather cooperates.
🌳 Explore Outdoors & Local Culture
Mill Creek MetroParks & Fellows Riverside Gardens
📍 Youngstown
Scenic winter walks, photo spots, and relaxing nature escapes right in the city.
Downtown Youngstown Museums & Galleries
📍 Downtown Youngstown
Browse rotating exhibits, local artist displays, and cultural attractions including the Butler and surrounding art spaces.
🎟️ Other Large Venues
Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre — outdoor concert venue planning its 2026 season.
Stambaugh Auditorium — hosts performances that sometimes include music, orchestras, and touring acts (some not live band rock but still live).