Local student to participate in Mount Union production

ALLIANCE — The University of Mount Union Department of Performing Arts will present “Signals” Thursday through Saturday in the Gallaher Black Box Theatre of the Giese Center for the Performing Arts.

Andrea Dager of Alliance and Anna Eversdyke of Alliance are part of the production.

Thursday-Saturday performances of “Signals” begin at 7:30 p.m. The Sunday matinee will start at 2 p.m. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for seniors and are available by visiting mountunion.edu/boxoffice or calling 330-821-2565.

“Signals” is a new musical by Rachel Dean and Ian LeRoy (’14), featuring additional lyrics and music by University of Mount Union students.

Dean is a composer, pianist, and music director. She earned a Bachelor of Music in Composition from the University of Miami Frost School of Music and a Master of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre Writing from New York University Tisch School of the Arts. Dean is a rehearsal pianist for Hamilton and Moulin Rouge on Broadway as well as a staff pianist at NYU Steinhardt.

LeRoy is a music director, pianist, and vocal coach. He earned a Bachelor of Music in Music Performance from the University of Mount Union and a Master of Music in Performance from Youngstown State University. He is a music director and staff pianist for NYU Steinhardt’s Vocal Performance program and an audition pianist for Disney Parks Live Entertainment and Disney Cruise Line.

In a world shaped by constant connection, “Signals” explores how technology both links and isolates us. Through a series of interconnected songs, the piece follows individuals navigating relationships, identity, and purpose in an age of endless communication. The song cycle asks what signals we send, what signals we receive, and what does it mean to connect in the 21st century? The show blends contemporary musical theatre with student-driven storytelling, featuring many songs that have been devised during student songwriting and improvisation workshops at the University.

Both Dean and LeRoy will present the Eckler Lecture on Friday at 6 p.m. before that evening’s performance. The lecture will take place in Presser Recital Hall. Tickets for the lecture are free, though required.

Little Loves Learning Center community take-out supper

Little Loves Learning Center, 1431 N. Ellsworth Ave., Salem, will hold a community take-out supper from 4 to 6 p.m. or sold out March 4. The menu will include Swiss steak mashed potatoes, corn, dinner roll and carrot cake for $15; gluten-free meals available upon request. For reservations call or text 234-396-0898.

Students eligible for kindergarten must be 5 by first day of school

Due to a change in legislation, to be eligible for kindergarten children must be 5 years old prior to the first day of school for the 2026-2027 school year, which will be Sept. 8 for United Local. State law requires kindergarten experience prior to attending first grade. For information call 330-233-1521. Kindergarten registration will be available beginning on March 1. Starting on that date registration must be done through FinalForms at https://unitedlocal-oh.finalforms.com.

Weather changes start of state Route 164 closure to March 9

Due to weather the closure of state Route 164 has been rescheduled to start March 9 for 40 days just south of state Route 39 in the village of Salineville for a culvert replacement project. The detour is state Route 524 north to state Route 39 east, state Route 39 east to state Route 164, and reverse. The overall project completion date is July 31; however, the closure must be completed by May 22.

MVLNA invites landscapers and nursery growers to spring clinic

The Mahoning Valley Landscape and Nursery Association (MVLNA) invites landscapers and nursery growers to attend its annual Spring Clinic, featuring a full day of education, networking, and industry updates. The program will take place Wednesday, March 4, from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Ohio State University Extension – Mahoning County, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield. Attendees will also have the opportunity to explore a tradeshow featuring vendor displays and the latest industry products and services. The 2026 MVLNA Spring Clinic will showcase an extensive lineup of speakers from Ohio State University Extension and the green industry. Sessions will include a roundtable discussion on how MVLNA can better support members, along with updates on turf management, industrial vegetation control, ornamental insects and IPM, and new and exciting trees and shrubs for the landscape. Registration is $65 for members of MVLNA, FFRG, Garden Clubs, or Master Gardeners, and $90 for non-members. For information contact Mary Jan Perdulla at 330-501-6756.

All winter decorations must be removed from Lisbon Cemetery

All winter decorations must be removed by March 1 from the Lisbon Cemetery in order to begin spring clean-up. Fixed saddles and vases can remain on monuments, but any items on the ground will be discarded. Also a reminder no items are to be placed on the ground until after May 1. No shepherd hooks or other non-floral decorations (example: solar lights) are to be placed in the ground.

SRMC Look Nook Gift Shop to host Lazy Doodle pop-up

The Look Nook Gift Shop at Salem Regional Medical Center (SRMC) is hosting a special one-day Pop-Up Shop with The Lazy Doodle on Friday, March 6, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A large assortment of St. Patrick’s Day and Easter themed merchandise, custom apparel and novelty items will be available for purchase. Cash, credit card, Venmo and Apple Pay will be accepted. Twenty percent of all proceeds from the sale will be donated back to support patient care at SRMC. The Look Nook Gift Shop is located next to the cafeteria on the hospital’s ground floor. For information, call the Look Nook at 330-332-7252.