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Hey Youngstown, hope your week’s off to a good start!
In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Type 1 diabetes scholarship, Women’s Hall of Fame honorees, and Razed by Robots acoustic brunch + lots of fun things to do for free.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Youngstown protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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đź“° In the news
New support for students: Mahoning Valley college students with Type 1 diabetes can apply for a scholarship up to $3,000, for ages 18 to 25 in Mahoning, Trumbull, and Columbiana. Applications due June 1 — see how and when to apply.
Spotlight on civic leadership: The League of Women Voters of Greater Youngstown announced its 2026 Women’s Hall of Fame honorees. They will be inducted March 19 at the Jewish Community Center of Youngstown — learn how they were chosen.
Timely green industry updates: MVLNA’s Spring Clinic will be held March 4 at OSU Extension Mahoning County in Canfield, featuring OSU speakers, a member roundtable, and sessions on turf, insects, and new trees — get all the event details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Pasta night upgrade: When a craving hits, Cassese’s MVR delivers classics like Tressel Tortellini, linguine with clam sauce, and saucy meatballs, plus that old-school Youngstown vibe that turns dinner into a reunion. Because some days call for extra comfort, and carbs answer with gusto.
Find your next throwback: Vintage Of 330 keeps the hunt alive with a curated mix of legit vintage that feels fun, wearable, and unmistakably you. Bring a few pieces to sell; they’ll buy your clothes, refresh your closet, and send you off feeling smugly sustainable.
Freeze-and-recharge pick: Muscles barking or in need of a reboot? 321 The Body Spa offers cryotherapy with infrared sauna and red light, a fast trio to help you rebound. Expect quick sessions, friendly neighborhood energy, and a gentle push to put recovery on the schedule this week.
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📆 Free events worth checking out
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
👶 Stroller Art @ The Butler Institute of American Art | Thursday (3/5) at 10:00 AM – If your tiny roommate needs culture, the Butler’s Stroller Art is a First Thursday classic. An interactive gallery stroll plus a simple art activity for infants up to 24 months with a parent or caregiver, free, stroller-friendly, and superior to yet another mall lap.
đź–Ľ First Fridays – March @ Students Motivated by the Arts | Friday (3/6) at 5:00 PM – First Fridays call for a little culture crawl, and SMARTS makes it a family art playground. Kids get hands-on with visual art, music, dance, theater, and writing while Larry Elefante plays, you slide to Penguin City after, and it’s free, all ages.
🍲 ThriveThru: Free Hot Meals @ Thrive Mahoning Valley | Friday (3/13) at 11:00 AM – Serving free hot meals on the East Side, ThriveThru will load up everyone in your car at the back door, no judgment. Or come inside for a warm seat; meals are limited, so bring a neighbor, skip dishes, and eat well.
🎡 The Spring YAC Fair @ Youngstown Action Center | Saturday (3/14) at 12:00 PM – Youngstown Action Center is rolling out its first-ever Spring YAC Fair, a mashup of supplies, services, food, and entertainment, all free. Around here we love a two-for-one, this is ten-for-none. Meet local orgs, learn a skill, grab what you need, stay for good company.
🤖 Razed by Robots @ Westside Bowl | Sunday (3/15) at 12:00 PM – Brunch with a side of live music? Razed by Robots goes acoustic at Westside Bowl, serving up mellow tunes while you tackle your coffee and a slice, and there’s no cover to get in. Low effort, high vibes, actual conversation welcome.
👪 Family Days: 2025-2026 @ The Butler Institute of American Art | Sunday (3/15) at 1:30 PM – This free Sunday series turns the Butler into your family’s art playground, with docent-led tours, demos, a gallery scavenger hunt, and hands-on making. It runs monthly October through April, perfect, because winter needs culture, caffeine, and somewhere the kids can touch things on purpose.
🧓 Senior Art & Learn 2026 @ The Butler Institute of American Art | Thursday (3/19) at 10:00 AM – Every third Thursday, the Butler slows things down for the 55+ crowd with a docent-led stroll through a featured exhibition, seating included. Expect thoughtful looking, good company, and a light breakfast to seal the deal. It’s free, but register if you want the bagel.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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đź“» Youngstown report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 49°F – Low: 38°F – Precip: 81%
Rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 49. Southeast wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Rain likely. Cloudy, with a low around 38. Northwest wind around 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 55°F – Low: 48°F – Precip: 45%
A chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 55. East wind around 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain before 7pm, then rain likely and a slight chance of thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a low around 48. South wind around 2 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Someone Googled you this week đź‘€
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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