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🌱 How Salem’s softball lineup fared in a tough loss to Girard
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In today's newsletter:
- How Salem’s softball lineup fared in a tough loss to Girard
- Who will become the next leader of Salem City Schools?
Also on today's calendar: Youngstown BBQ Co. — BIRDFISH and 2 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Friday: Variably cloudy and very warm, with a high of 76 and low of 60 degrees.
- Saturday: A gusty t-storm in the p.m., temps: high: 76, low: 39.
- Sunday: Clouds and sun; windy, chilly, with a high of 48 and low of 30 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Quakers can't catch Girard (morningjournalnews.com) — Salem High’s softball team fell 13-4 to Girard at home Wednesday, despite three hits from Morgan Colian and two from Mikayla Sneltzer. The Quakers, now 1-4, head to Marlington today, while the roundup also notes results for several other area softball programs. 
• Salem school board posts superintendent job (salemnews.net) — Salem City Schools has officially opened applications for its next superintendent, with details and forms available now on the district website under the employment tab. Board members say they’re seeking a leader who reflects Salem Quaker pride and community values, with interviews planned in multiple rounds starting in May and a possible hiring decision by June 1. Residents can also note the next regular board meeting on April 22 at 7 p.m.
📸 Around Salem
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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Wagler Farms — BIRDFISH
Birdfish Brewing Co., 140 E Park Ave, Columbiana
11:00 am
Saturday April 18
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Other local events
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Youngstown BBQ Co. — BIRDFISH
Birdfish Brewing Co. , 140 E Park Ave , Columbiana
12:00 pm -
Willy Wonka Jr
Columbiana High School , 700 Columbiana-Waterford Rd , Columbiana
4:00 pm -
Metropolis Popcorn — BIRDFISH
Birdfish Brewing Co. , 140 E Park Ave , Columbiana
4:00 pm -
Hair Supply: Salem Amvets 45
Salem Amvets 45 , 750 S Broadway Ave , Salem
7:00 pm
Sunday April 19
Friday May 1
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Middle School Track @ Salem Sebo Stadium (Salem JH Track Invitational -qualifier)
Salem Sebo Stadium Columbiana, OH 44408
4:30 pm -
‘Hope in Bloom’ – Alliance Area Domestic Violence Shelter Annual Gala
Alliance Country Club , 725 E Milton St , Alliance
5:30 pm -
Mike Gilliam Classic Old School Rhythm & Blues — BIRDFISH
Birdfish Brewing Co. , 140 E Park Ave , Columbiana
6:00 pm -
Varsity Boys Baseball @ Eastwood vs Columbiana
Eastwood Columbiana, OH 44408
7:30 pm -
Sweet Delilah Swim Club
Firehouse Theater , city hall , 450 E Market St , Alliance
7:30 pm -
Rogers Sportscard & TCG Show
Rogers Flea Market & Auctions , 45625 Old State Rte 154 , Rogers
9:00 am -
Varsity Track @ Boardman HS (Boardman Invitational)
Boardman HS Columbiana, OH 44408
9:00 am
Friday April 17
Saturday April 18
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💬 Chatter
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- US Customs and Border Protection posted a job opening for Marine Interdiction Agent in Salem. Apply here.
- Healthcare Services Group posted a job opening for Housekeeper in Salem. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Salem here.
🗞 Nearby News
Columbiana
- Columbiana County Park District Board down to three members now (morningjournalnews.com)
- Clippers clicking vs. Tigers (salemnews.net)
- Heartland Christian School team named Ohio State Champions in 2026 Presidential AI Challenge (morningjournalnews.com)
Canfield
- Mahoning Valley event production, marketing companies form partnership (wfmj.com)
- Youngstown-Warren Region Named Nation's Hottest Housing Market (businessjournaldaily.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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