Youngstown-centric individuals are Jackie Popovec, lead singer of the Vindys; Samantha Turner, 3rd Ward city councilperson; Patricia Stokes, neighborhood steward for Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation; Sharon Letson, Youngstown Cityscape executive director; Aspasia Lyras-Bernacki, co-owner of Penguin City Brewing Company; and Derrick McDowell, founder of Youngstown Flea.
Jackie Popovec, Lead singer of the Vindys
“My favorite thing about being an artist is that I get to perform in front of people and people relate. If anyone is singing our song…if they come to a show and they tell me how much something meant to them, that is like the highest compliment I could ever receive.”
Samantha Turner, 3rd Ward city councilperson
“For the people in the city that have chosen to stay here, that live here, that raise their kids here – it’s important for us to get out in the community and say ‘we see you, we hear you, this is still your city.’”
Patricia Stokes, Neighborhood steward for Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation
“Youngstown has made me a better person because it has pushed me out of my little cocoon…and helped me to actually get out and do my purpose in life.”
Sharon Letson, Executive director of Youngstown Cityscape
“I think [it] is critical, particularly critical for a city like ours, to feel a sense of pride…[for] where you’re from, to be proud of your surroundings. I think those are the things that get you motivated to be a part of your community.”
Aspasia Lyras-Bernacki, Co-owner of Penguin City Brewing Company
“I could have had Penguin City anywhere [but] I wanted Youngstown because I wanted the challenge and I wanted to be a part of this revitalization.”
“Tough times don’t last, tough cities do…that is Youngstown.”
Derrick McDowell, Founder of Youngstown Flea
“Our makers and our creatives, those folks who are doing things that are ahead of their time in the city of Youngstown can show us…what we need to know right now about where our future is headed.”
Hear from Youngstown-centric Jackie Popovec, lead singer of the Vindys.
Hear from Youngstown-centric Samantha Turner, 3rd Ward city councilperson.
Hear from Youngstown-centric Patricia Stokes, Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corp.
Hear from Youngstown-centric Sharon Letson, Youngstown Cityscape executive director.
Hear from Youngstown-centric Aspasia Lyras-Bernacki, co-owner of Penguin City Brewing Co.
Hear from Youngstown-centric Derrick McDowell, founder of Youngstown Flea.
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An Interview with Derrick McDowell
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An Interview with Aspasia Lyras-Bernacki
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An Interview with Sharon Letson
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An Interview with Samantha Turner
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An Interview with Jackie Popovec
Youngstown is the largest city in and county seat of Mahoning County. It is situated on the Mahoning River, 58 miles southeast of Cleveland and 61 miles northwest of Pittsburgh. In addition to having its own media market, the city is part of the larger Northeast Ohio region. Youngstown is midway between Chicago and New York City via Interstate 80. — Wikipedia
Some well-known Youngstown attractions include Hollywood Gaming Mahoning Valley, the Covelli Centre, Lanterman’s Mill & Covered Bridge, OH WOW! Children’s Center and the Butler Institute of American Art. ― youngstownlive.com
Incorporated: 1848 (village)
Incorporated: 1867 (city)
Founded by: John Young
Named for: John Young
Population: 60,270 (2021)
Mayor: Jamael Tito Brown
The Vindys / The War and Treaty
Live performances at The Summit FM. This show: The Vindys / The War and Treaty.
Innovations in Feeding Tube Technology
Syncro Medical Innovations markets an innovative feeding tube called Blue Tube.
New Media in Northeast Ohio
Andrea Wood, of The Business Journal, describes how the publication has transformed .
Forging New Frontiers
Business incubators throughout the region offer invaluable support to new companies.
All About Art — Northeast Ohio Times
Northeast Ohio Times celebrates people who are definitive artists in their communities. Youngstown calls artist James Pernotto its own. Produced in 2006.
Zooming Along with Easy Street
Easy Street Productions teaches kids musical theater, even in the midst of a pandemic.
Mahoning Valley Chamber of Commerce Program Helps...
Businesses benefit from an assistance program that helps to secure a stable future.
Schwebel's Bakes a Recipe for Success
Schwebel's Baking Co. in Youngstown has the ingredients for running a successful company.
Northeast Ohio: One Big College Town
Our region reaps the benefits of an abundance of quality colleges and universities.
The Vindys / Lissie
Features live performances at The Summit FM. This show: The Vindys and Lissie.
YSU Journalism Students Gain Professional Experience
Regional media outlets use work of Youngstown State University journalism students.
Youngstown Company Reinvents Business Communication
Youngstown's via680 has introduced exciting new information exchange software.
The Arms Family Museum of Local History — Northeast Ohio Times
Northeast Ohio Times visits The Arms Family Museum of Local History in Youngstown. It's not a gun museum; rather, it is the home of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society and former home of the Arms Family. Produced in 2006.
