METRO DIGEST || Flooding blocks roads, brings woman to tears

Flooding blocks roads, brings woman to tears

The Ohio State Highway Patrol has blocked part of state Route 165 near New Springfield, just east of Route 62, due to flooding.

Officials say water moving across the roadway makes it dangerous to travel.

The recent heavy rain coupled with masses of melting snow are causing flooding in other areas in the Valley.

Residents on Clingan Road in Youngstown told 21 WFMJ-TV, The Vindicator’s broadcast partner, they’re tired and fed up. The neighborhood is surrounded by East Branch Crab Creek, which runs to McKelvey Lake.

Residents Robert Washington and Robin Keels said they woke up to find water rushing into their basements faster than a high-powered sump pump could remove.

Keels, who is on Social Security, told the TV station she already replaced three other furnaces and hot-water tanks. “It’s too much,” she said, through tears. She pleaded for help, noting that neither the city nor any elected official has offered any to date.

On Miltonia Avenue, a section of the road has washed away, and there is water coming up from under the ground.

Recovery documentary to be shown at Leo’s

HOWLAND

Solace of the Valley, as part of its initiative to organize and advocate for the local recovery community, invites the public to join them for a viewing of “The Anonymous People,” a documentary film about the 23.5 million Americans living in long-term recovery.

The viewing event will take place at 6 p.m. March 24 at Leo’s Ristorante, 7042 E. Market St.

Local government leaders, law enforcement, school officials as well as those who have lived with addiction themselves or through a loved one are encouraged to attend.

Solace of the Valley’s mission is to create awareness of addiction as a disease, provide information and education to local leaders and foster a system of support for rehabilitation resources.

For information or to RSVP, contact ckclarkkc@aol.com.

Paint on Canvas

CANFIELD

Senior cosmetology students at Mahoning County Career and Technical Center are partnering with Wonderstruck Artisan to host a “Paint on Canvas” event from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the school, 7300 N. Palmyra Road.

Cost is $35 and includes the paint and canvas. Participants will keep the artwork they create. All proceeds from the event will fund the cosmetology students’ upcoming trip to Columbus for their state board tests.

Spots are limited, participants must pay and register before the event. For information and reservations, call 330-729-4000 ext. 1310.