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Hundreds of fearless plungers and warm-hearted supporters will gather at Camp Fitch YMCA on Saturday, March 8 for the 15th Annual Polar Bear Plunge. The annual event raises funds for scholarships to help send children to summer camp. Whether participants take the icy leap into Lake Erie or support from the warmth of their home, support helps make camp accessible.

Polar Bear Plunge to fund YMCA summer camp scholarships

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Hundreds of fearless plungers and warm-hearted supporters will gather at Camp Fitch YMCA on Saturday, March 8 for the 15th Annual Polar Bear Plunge. The...
Penn State Extension will offer “Living on a Few Acres: Soil Fertility and Garden Layout” for those deciding where to start their garden or orchard. The webinar occurs 6-8 p.m., Thursday, March 13.

Penn State webinar to cover soil fertility, garden layout

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Penn State Extension will offer “Living on a Few Acres: Soil Fertility and Garden Layout” for those deciding where to start their garden or...
Mahoning Valley Young Professionals will close nominations for its “25 Under 35 Awards” on Monday, March 10. Nominations can be submitted online.

’25 Under 35 Awards’ nominations due by March 10

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Mahoning Valley Young Professionals will close nominations for its “25 Under 35 Awards” on Monday, March 10. Nominations can be submitted online. MVYP is seeking...
Ohio Medicaid submits work requirement proposal. Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Medicaid Director Maureen Corcoran have submitted a proposal to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to allow Ohio to reinstate a work requirement for individuals receiving Medicaid expansion benefits.

Ohio Medicaid submits work requirement proposal

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Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Medicaid Director Maureen Corcoran have submitted a proposal to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services...
How to find, contact your U.S. House representative | The Metro Monthly guide lists points of contact (phone numbers, emails, websites) and locator maps for district offices in the Mahoning Valley. Editor’s note: Constituents are advised to contact district offices prior to visits. Contact information appears below.

How to find, contact your U.S. House representative

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How to find, contact your U.S. House representative | Find points of contact (phone numbers, emails, websites) and locator maps for district offices in...
Pet Clinic scheduled for April 6 at Stambaugh Stadium Gymnasium

Pet Clinic scheduled for April 6 at Stambaugh Stadium Gymnasium

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The Marjorie Hartman Family Foundation Pet Clinic will occur 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Sunday, April 6 at Youngstown State University’s Stambaugh Stadium Gymnasium, 577 Fifth Ave.,...
Lit Youngstown’s First Wednesday Reader Series set for March 5. The program will occur 7 p.m. at Westside Bowl in Youngstown.

Lit Youngstown’s First Wednesday Reader Series set for March 5

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Lit Youngstown’s First Wednesday Reader Series set for March 5 | The monthly reading series features Midwestern authors of poetry, science fiction, literary fiction,...
Soil & Water Conservation District announces Spring Fish Sale

Soil & Water Conservation District announces Spring Fish Sale

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The Mahoning Soil & Water Conservation District is announcing its Spring Fish Sale. The annual event is set for 1-2 p.m., Thursday, April 3 at...
Ohio’s minimum wage increased to $10.70 on Jan. 1

Ohio’s minimum wage increased to $10.70 on Jan. 1

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Ohio’s minimum wage increased on Jan. 1 to $10.70 per hour for non-tipped employees and $5.35 per hour for tipped employees. The minimum wage...
Diocese of Youngstown announces death of Monsignor Kolp, 99

Diocese of Youngstown announces death of Monsignor Kolp, 99

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Diocese of Youngstown announces death of Monsignor Kolp, 99. The Canton native served nearly 75 years in the diocese. The Most Rev. David J. Bonnar,...
Ohio History Connection announces Black History Month calendar

Ohio History Connection sets Black History Month calendar

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Ohio History Connection sets Black History Month calendar | The annual observance includes cultural programs, art exhibits, historical displays and online activities. The Ohio History...
Butler Institute to celebrate Black History Month with lecture, exhibits

Butler to mark Black History Month with new exhibit, lecture

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Butler Institute to mark Black History Month with new exhibit, lecture | The museum will also highlight important Black artists from its collection. The Butler...
Virtual town hall to cover veteran healthcare expansion, eligibility

Virtual town hall to cover veteran healthcare expansion, eligibility

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Virtual town hall to cover veteran healthcare expansion, eligibility | The 6 p.m. town hall will be an audio/phone-dial-in event with visuals available within...
Free February story times at area libraries

Free story times at area libraries in February, March

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Free story times at area libraries in February, March. Where to find children’s story times and reading programs by date, location and age level. Special...
St. John’s collecting books for Taft Elementary Book Drive | All books must be delivered by Friday, Feb. 7.

St. John’s collecting books for Taft Elementary Book Drive

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St. John’s collecting books for Taft Elementary Book Drive | All books must be delivered by Friday, Feb. 7. St. John’s Episcopal Church is currently...
‘American Pickers’ returns to Ohio in March in search of collectibles | At press time, no locations have been scheduled or confirmed.

‘American Pickers’ to visit Ohio in search of collectibles

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‘American Pickers’ to visit Ohio in search of collectibles | Hosts hunt for America’s most-valuable antiques and typically pursue sizable and unique collections. “American Pickers”...
National Constitution Center, Ohio Bar launch civics literacy effort

National Constitution Center, Ohio Bar launch civics literacy effort

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The National Constitution Center collaboration hopes to increase public understanding of the law, especially among students and young adults. The Ohio State Bar Association this...
Mercy Health announces January mammography van schedule

Mercy Health announces January mammography van schedule

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Mercy Health announces January mammography van schedule | For more information or to schedule your mammogram, call 330-480-2654. The Joanie Abdu Comprehensive Breast Care Center...
LOOP Youngstown announces artists’ workshop series

LOOP Youngstown announces artists’ workshop series

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LOOP Youngstown Arts & Culture Center is announcing “Art is Work,” a series of free workshops designed specifically for working artists in the Mahoning...
Youngstown Press Club launches high school writing contest. Students in Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana, Lawrence and Mercer counties are invited to compete.

Youngstown Press Club launches high school writing contest

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Youngstown Press Club launches high school writing contest | Students in Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana, Lawrence and Mercer counties are invited to compete. The Youngstown Press...

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