YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Valley businesses in home construction and decor are seeing increased demand for natural finishes, warmer hues and bolder design styles. Trends include semi-open floor plans, outdoor spaces and custom features like black windows and vibrant cabinetry.

Plus, NBC correspondent Yamiche Alcindor delivered the keynote address at the 2025 Unmute the Uncomfortable symposium, sharing personal stories and discussing the power of storytelling in advancing racial equity and mental health awareness.

And the Raymond John Wean Foundation’s latest reports highlight both progress and challenges in Youngstown and Warren.

Valley Businesses Turn Houses into Homes
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Reports Show Progress, Challenges in Youngstown and Warren