Starting a Garden? When to plant…

Gardening in Northeast Ohio depends on frost dates and soil temperature. While some seeds can be started indoors in early spring, most outdoor planting should wait until after the last frost—typically mid-May. Warm-weather plants need consistently warmer conditions to thrive.

When to plant sooner: When you’re starting seeds indoors or in a greenhouse. Cool-season crops can go in earlier as well.

We recently welcomed Preston and Parker Moore of Moore Family Insurance into the YoTown Scoop community, and they’re quickly becoming a go-to local resource for anything insurance coverage-related.

Most people don’t think about their insurance until something actually happens.

That’s usually when the questions start.  By then, it’s a little late to be figuring things out.

Based right in Canfield, they’ve built their business around something simple but rare — taking the time to make sure people actually understand what they have.

Not just selling policies, but helping families feel confident in what’s protecting them.

If you’ve ever looked at your insurance and thought, “I think I’m covered???” Then it might be worth a second look.

Around here, when the rain hits, it doesn’t take long before people start thinking about their basements.

And if you’ve ever dealt with water where it shouldn’t be, you already know — it’s not something you forget.

Sump pumps are one of those things you don’t think about… until they stop working.

That’s why this time of year matters.

1-800 Plumber +Air Youngstown has been helping local homeowners stay ahead of the problem by checking systems before they fail — not after.

Because a quick check now can save you a whole lot of cleanup later.

Follow 1-800-Plumber + Air on FB for plumbing tips

Hey Youngstown 👋 You know that first warm day when you crack the windows  and can suddenly see everything?

The dust, the corners you’ve been ignoring, the “I’ll get to it later” spots… yeah, it’s all there.

Spring has a way of calling it out but it also gives you the perfect excuse to reset.

That’s where All Spruced Up Cleaning Co. comes in.

They’re not just wiping surfaces and calling it a day. They’re getting into the details that actually make your home feel different. Baseboards, bathrooms, kitchens & the kind of clean you notice when you walk in and just pause for a second.

And if you’ve got a busy schedule (which, let’s be honest, most of us do), having someone handle it for you isn’t a luxury, it’s sanity.

Open the windows. Let the fresh air in.
Let someone else take care of the rest.

Because a clean home feels wonderful this time of year.

👉 Get your spring cleaning scheduled now and start the season fresh.

📞 Or call to book your estimate now: 330-397-2815

Loose jawline?
Turkey neck creeping in?
Skin just… not snapping back like it used to?

Let’s fix that. ✨

This isn’t surgery.
This is strategy.

Inspired by Korea (aka years ahead in skin tech), this treatment works in layers:

Step 1: Lift (the foundation)
HIFU targets the deep support layer (SMAS — yes, the same one surgeons pull tight).
Translation: we stimulate collagen where sagging actually starts.

Step 2: Refine (the finish)
Microneedling or thermal resurfacing smooths, tightens, and polishes the surface.

Because looking younger isn’t one move — it’s two:
• Lift what’s falling
• Smooth what’s showing

The result:
Snatched jawline.
Firmer neck.
Tighter, glowier skin.

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No downtime.
Just better skin — done smarter. 💫

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Ohio’s new fishing rules include updated boundaries for certain river restrictions, changes to bait trap sizes, and a ban on selling wild-caught turtles. The state will also offer free fishing days for residents, while standard size and catch limits still apply.

Get the full “scoop” here »

Wash Off Winter

Hey Youngstown — winter leaves its mark.

Driveways, siding, patios… it all starts looking a little rough this time of year.

But one good wash can bring it right back.

Youngstown Pressure Washing has experienced crews ready to clean things up fast and do it right.

If you’re thinking about warmer days, cookouts, and getting outside again… now’s the time to get your place looking like it should.

Call (330) 530-9868 to get your property cleaned this spring. 

Youngstown,  if you’ve even thought about moving lately, this is your sign.

Spring isn’t just busy in real estate, it’s where things actually happen.

More listings hit the market. More buyers are actively looking. And homes tend to show their best this time of year with a little sunshine and green coming back.

But here’s the part most people overlook…

Timing and strategy matter more than ever right now.

That’s where Hailey Ditullio comes in.

She knows this market, understands what buyers are looking for, and helps you position your home or your offer so you’re ahead of the market.

Whether you’re ready to list, just starting to look, or honestly just curious what your place could go for, having someone local you can ask makes all the difference.

Spring moves fast around here.

Might be worth seeing where you stand before everyone else jumps in.

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Spring officially starts this Friday… and you can feel it.
Here’s what’s happening around Youngstown 👇

Beyond The Stars Dance Competition
📍 Stambaugh Auditorium
🕒 March 20–22 (All Day)
A full weekend of dance — tons of local talent and nonstop energy.

Ohio Athletic Committee Wrestling Event
📍 Covelli Centre
🕒 Saturday at 8:00 AM
Big crowd, packed brackets, and all-day competition.

“The Lyons” – Live Theater
📍 Youngstown Playhouse
🕒 Friday at 7:30 PM (plus weekend shows)
If you’re into live performances, this one runs all weekend.

Jesus Christ Superstar
📍 Sharon, PA
🕒 March 20–22
A classic rock opera — powerful vocals and a full-stage production.

Lake Lake / Fear of Dancing
📍 Westside Bowl
🕒 Saturday 8:00–11:00 PM
Loud music, good crowd — exactly what you want from a Saturday night.

Clouded / Microwaves / Neighbor Dan
📍 Westside Bowl
🕒 Friday at 8:00 PM
Another stacked lineup at one of the city’s most consistent venues.

Mortisha’s Secret (Acoustic)
📍 JR’z Pub, Austintown
🕒 Friday at 8:00 PM
Live acoustic set in a laid-back bar setting.

732 The Electric Duo
📍 Mastropietro Winery
🕒 Friday at 6:00 PM
Wine + live music = easy Friday night.

Downtown Live Music Initiative
📍 Downtown Youngstown
🕒 Friday & Saturday evenings
Live music popping up all over downtown — walk, wander, find a vibe.

Westside Bowl Weekend Crowd
📍 Westside Bowl
🕒 Friday & Saturday nights
Bowling, music, food — one of the most reliable weekend hangouts.

Sip & Craft: Crescent Moon Wreath
📍 Boardman
🕒 Friday at 6:00 PM
Hands-on, creative, and very “spring reset” energy.

Introduction to Tarot
📍 Youngstown
🕒 Friday at 6:00 PM
Something a little different if you’re feeling curious.

Yoga Church
📍 Alliance
🕒 Friday at 6:30 PM
Movement + mindfulness to start your weekend grounded.

Speed Friending: Things That Matter
📍 New Castle
🕒 Thursday at 6:00 PM
Like speed dating… but for making real connections.

OH WOW! Science Center Visit Day
📍 Downtown Youngstown
🕒 Friday & Saturday (10 AM – 5 PM)
Perfect if you need something easy, indoor, and kid-friendly.

Disney’s The Little Mermaid (Live)
📍 East Palestine High School
🕒 Friday at 7:00 PM
Local talent + a classic show.

H3 Kids: Fun with Egg Cartons
📍 Kinsman
🕒 Friday at 3:00 PM
Simple, creative, and kid-approved.

Mill Creek MetroParks Walks
📍 Mill Creek Park
🕒 All weekend
First warm weekends = everyone’s back outside.

Branch Street Coffee Morning Runs
📍 Boardman
🕒 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Not technically an event… but if you know, you know.

2026 Spring Opening 🌷
📍 7879 W Pine Lake Rd
🕒 Friday at 6:30 PM
Seasonal kickoff with a big crowd — over 1,000 interested already.

2026 Corned Beef Fest
📍 Belmont Ave
🕒 March 13–17
Still rolling into the weekend with St. Patty’s vibes.

Friday Night 9-Ball (Ice Breakers)
📍 Austintown
🕒 Friday nights
Low-key, competitive, and a good hang.

March Distribution (Diapers, Wipes, etc.)
📍 2742 N Rd NE, Warren
🕒 4:30 PM
Community support event offering essential items for families.

Kids Club: Chemical Reactions (Oxidation)
📍 40 S Main St, Niles
🕒 3:30 PM
Hands-on science activity for kids.

Pysanky: Ukrainian Easter Eggs
📍 40 S Main St, Niles
🕒 5:30 PM
Traditional egg decorating with intricate designs.

Drive-Thru Chicken Dinner
📍 162 S Raccoon Rd, Youngstown
🕒 3:00–6:00 PM
Quick and easy dinner pickup.

MVYP March Mixer
📍 Buffalo Wild Wings, Youngstown
🕒 6:00 PM
Networking event with a social, young professional crowd.

St. Joseph’s Table – Cultural Chef Dinner Experience
📍 Selah Restaurant
🕒 6:00 PM
A full cultural dining experience.

Sip & Graze: Spring Grazing Board Workshop
📍 Spruce
🕒 6:00 PM
Create your own spring-inspired charcuterie board.

Light-Up Crushed Glass Bunny Workshop
📍 Wonderstruck Artisan
🕒 6:00 PM
A creative, spring-themed craft workshop.

5x5 Singer Songwriter Showcase
📍 6520 Mahoning Ave
🕒 6:00 PM
Local artists performing original music.

Tom Ricciuti at The Gorant Dessert Bar
📍 400 Boardman-Poland Rd
🕒 6:00 PM
Live music paired with desserts and drinks.

90’s–2000’s Rock Night 🌙
📍 520 E Pershing St, Salem
🕒 6:00 PM
Throwback rock hits and nostalgic vibes.

Speed Friending: Things That Matter
📍 124 E Leasure Ave, New Castle
🕒 6:00 PM
A fun, low-pressure way to meet new people.

Live Music with Leather & Lace (Acoustic)
📍 Station Square Ristorante
🕒 6:30 PM
Dinner and live acoustic music.

New Moon Magic: Gong Bath Experience
📍 Center for Sound Therapy
🕒 7:00 PM
Relaxation and sound healing session.

March 19 Bingo Night
📍 480 Boardman-Canfield Rd
🕒 7:00 PM
Classic bingo night with a local crowd.

Swing Night
📍 Cedars West End
🕒 7:30 PM
Dance lesson followed by open dancing.

Sexy Paint Night at The Mineshaft
📍 1105 Poland Ave, Youngstown
🕒 8:30 PM
Late-night paint-and-sip with a fun twist.

K-POP Party
📍 6420 Church St, Kinsman
🕒 1:00 PM
Music, dancing, and high-energy K-pop vibes.

H3 Kids – Fun with Egg Cartons 🐣
📍 8273 Main St, Kinsman
🕒 3:00 PM
Creative kids activity using everyday materials.

Drive-Thru Fish Fry
📍 14101 Market St, Columbiana
🕒 3:30 PM
Classic Friday fish fry — quick and easy pickup.

NSSF First Steps Handgun
📍 505 Constitution Blvd
🕒 5:00 PM
Beginner-friendly firearm safety and training course.

Night of the Arts 🎨
📍 8423 Tallmadge Rd
🕒 5:00 PM
Local art, creativity, and community.

LGBTQIA+ Young Adult Group
📍 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown
🕒 5:30 PM
Social group focused on connection and community.

732 The Electric Duo (Live Music)
📍 Mastropietro Winery
🕒 6:00 PM
Live music paired with wine and a relaxed setting.

Sip & Craft: Crescent Moon Wreath 🌙
📍 7095 Lockwood Blvd
🕒 6:00 PM
Hands-on workshop creating a seasonal wreath.

Introduction to Tarot
📍 6217 Market St, Youngstown
🕒 6:00 PM
Learn the basics of tarot reading.

Friday Night 9-Ball (Ice Breakers)
📍 5560 W Webb Rd, Austintown
🕒 Starts Friday (ongoing)
Weekly pool night for casual and competitive players.

Yoga Church
📍 1843 S Union Ave, Alliance
🕒 6:30 PM
Relaxed, community-style yoga session.

🌷 2026 Spring Opening
📍 7879 W Pine Lake Rd
🕒 6:30 PM
Seasonal kickoff event drawing a big crowd.

Disney’s The Little Mermaid (Live)
📍 360 W Grant St, East Palestine
🕒 7:00 PM
Local theater production of a classic favorite.

Jesus Christ Superstar
📍 40 S Irvine Ave, Sharon
🕒 March 20–22
Full-stage production running all weekend.

Clouded / Microwaves / Neighbor Dan (Live Music)
📍 Westside Bowl
🕒 8:00 PM
Stacked lineup at one of the area’s go-to venues.

Mortisha’s Secret (Live Acoustic)
📍 JR’z Pub, Austintown
🕒 8:00 PM
Live acoustic set in a casual bar setting.

Free Comedy Show
📍 Cork & Cap Bottle Shop
🕒 7:00 AM
Early morning laughs to kick off the day.

Zen Sesshin Retreat: Paying Attention
📍 1105 Elm St, Youngstown
🕒 7:30 AM
Meditation-focused retreat for mindfulness and clarity.

Touch A Tractor Breakfast 🚜
📍 Canfield Fairgrounds
🕒 8:00 AM
Family-friendly event with tractors, breakfast, and hands-on fun.

Boardman Center Plaza Easter Egg Hunt 🐣
📍 7386 Market St, Boardman
🕒 9:00 AM
Classic egg hunt for kids and families.

Mahoning Ave Hop & Shop Local Kids Crawl
📍 Austintown
🕒 9:00 AM
Local businesses hosting kid-friendly stops and activities.

Gorant Kidzone Pancake Breakfast 🥞
📍 Boardman Township Park
🕒 9:00 AM
Breakfast + activities for kids.

Breakfast with the Bunny 🐰
📍 1745 Frew Mill Rd
🕒 9:30 AM
Photos, breakfast, and Easter fun.

Youngstown Writers’ Guild: March Meeting
📍 POP Art Books Culture
🕒 10:00 AM
Local writers connecting and sharing work.

The Easter Bunny is Coming to Sweet Memories!
📍 1282 Trumbull Ave
🕒 10:00 AM
Photo ops and family-friendly fun.

Mahoning County Animal Advocates Basket Raffle (50/50 & More)
📍 Davidsons Restaurant
🕒 11:00 AM
Raffles and fundraising for a good cause.

Cheer Recital 2026 (In Loving Memory of Kelly Long)
📍 Canfield Village Middle School
🕒 11:00 AM
Local cheer teams performing in a special tribute event.

Sips & Spurs Easter Egg Hunt 🐣
📍 Sips & Spurs
🕒 12:00 PM
Easter-themed event with a fun twist.

Night At The Races 🐴
📍 Refuge
🕒 5:00 PM
High-energy event with betting, food, and a crowd.

Here Comes The Sun: Equinox Drum Circle 🌞
📍 1226 Naylor Lloyd Rd
🕒 6:30 PM
Celebrate the spring equinox with music and rhythm.

Donut Dash 2 Mile Run/Walk 🍩
📍 Canfield High School
🕒 9:00 AM
Fun run with a sweet reward at the finish.

Bloody Mary Bar & Brunch
📍 2242 Greenville Rd
🕒 10:00 AM
Build-your-own Bloody Mary + brunch menu.

Blue Puppy Dance Party 🐶
📍 460 E Federal St
🕒 10:00 AM
Kid-friendly dance party with a big turnout.

Spring Craft Show (Boardman Band & Orchestra Parents)
📍 Boardman High School
🕒 10:00 AM
Vendors, crafts, and local makers.

Brunch with Larry Elefante
📍 Westside Bowl
🕒 12:00 PM
Live music paired with brunch.

Food Truck: Wok on the Wild Side
📍 Birdfish Brewing Co.
🕒 12:00 PM
Food truck + brewery combo.

Kolachi Nut Roll Workshop
📍 18 W Liberty St, Hubbard
🕒 1:00 PM
Hands-on baking class for a local classic.

Pork Schnitzel / Cevapi Dinner
📍 St. George Croatian Center
🕒 1:00 PM
Traditional Eastern European dishes.

Bunny Bingo 🐰
📍 The Buhl Club
🕒 1:00 PM
Themed bingo with a big crowd.

Children’s Easter Bingo
📍 7651 Brockway Sharon Rd
🕒 1:00 PM
Kid-friendly bingo event.

Stepping @ Southern Park Mall
📍 Southern Park Mall
🕒 1:00 PM
Dance/step event inside the mall.

Bugs n’ Brews 3.0 – Butterfly Pinning 🦋
📍 Westside Bowl
🕒 1:00 PM
Unique workshop experience (already sold out).

Teddy Bear Tea Party 🧸
📍 7095 Lockwood Blvd
🕒 1:00 PM
Cute, family-friendly tea party event.

Youngstown May Day Festival – Art Build & Potluck
📍 755 Mahoning Ave
🕒 5:00 PM
Community gathering with art and food.

Balance and Bloom 🌸
📍 Village Yoga
🕒 6:00 PM
Evening yoga focused on relaxation and reset.

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.

— The YoTown Scoop Team