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- Mahoning Valley lags in offering AP college classes Ohio high schools, with more than 3,000 students offer an average of seven Advanced Placement courses. The average in the Mahoning Valley is less than two. News Outlet reporter Doug Livingston looks at the reasons for the disparity. Mahoning Valley lags in offering AP college classes by The News Outlet Download Mahoning Valley lags in [...] Download the mp3
- Fall Foliage You don't have to travel far to enjoy the changing colors of fall. Caitlin Fitch has the story from MIll Creek MetroParks: Download the mp3
- Bingo brings out the players The Mahoning Valley is home to bingo sites in clubs, churches and organizations. While it’s widely popular, most people don’t consider it gambling but entertainment. Caitlin Fitch of the NewsOutlet has the story Download the mp3
- Mahoning County hopes to get into the race Two companies are vying to build horseracing tracks in Mahoning County. This could mean more jobs and more money for local governments. However, there are many hurdles before ground is broken. NewsOutlet reporter Chris Cotelesse looks at this issue. Download the mp3
- Arson challenges Youngstown firefighters The population of Youngstown may be diminishing, but the number of arsons In Youngstown hasn’t. In the first three months of this year, arson-related fires have destroyed 25 homes.
NewsOutlet reporter Anthony Melone looks at this burning issue. Download the mp3
- Local teachers unite against Senate Bill 5 With the passage of the collective bargaining rights bill, formerly known as Senate Bill 5, Youngstown teachers and education unions are mobilizing for a ballot referendum to nullify the bill. NewOutlet reporter Doug Livingston explores how this issue has galvanized opposition from Youngstown educators. Download the mp3
