YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Douglas Michael Grimm, 45, passed away peacefully, Friday evening, July 12, 2024, at home, with his family by his side, following a courageous two year battle with colon cancer.

Michael was born April 14, 1979, in Youngstown, the beloved son of Zora Labozan Grimm and the late Bill Grimm. He spent his childhood in Austintown and was a resident of Youngstown and Howland throughout his life.

Mike graduated from Austintown Fitch High School, class of 1997, and dedicated several years of his career to Anderson-DuBose Company in Lordstown, where he worked as a warehouse supervisor.

In his leisure time, Mike loved to play golf and especially enjoyed watching The Masters Tournament. He was an avid fan of all Cleveland sports teams and also enjoyed cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs. Nothing brought him greater happiness than being surrounded by loved ones.

Deeply rooted in his faith, Mike was a man of strong convictions and will be remembered fondly as a fantastic and devoted husband, a loving son, and a cherished father.

Mike is survived by his wife, Brandi Parlamas Grimm; his daughter, Jeavanna Grimm of Howland; his son, Leonidas Grimm of Howland; a step-son, Dominick Noday of Howland; his mother, Zora Grimm of Youngstown; his sister, Cindi (Larry) Premec; three brothers, Gordy (Leslie) Grimm, Scott (Marjie) Grimm and Billy (Sandra) Grimm; his father-in-law, William Parlamas of Howland and many extended family members and friends.

Family and friends may gather to pay respects from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at Kinnick Funeral Home, 477 N. Meridian Rd., Youngstown, and again from 12:30 – 1:00 p.m. on Friday, July 19, 2024,  at the funeral home. A funeral service will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home.

Interment will follow at Meadowbrook Memorial Park in Warren.

Mike’s life touched many, and his memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. May he rest in peace, knowing he was deeply loved and admired by all who were blessed to have him in their lives.

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A television tribute will air Tuesday, July 16 at the following approximate times: 7:10 a.m. on FOX, 12:22 p.m. on WKBN, 5:08 p.m. on MyYTV and 7:27 p.m. on WYTV. Video will be posted here the day of airing.

Seven towns in Ohio were named to the Top 100 America’s Best Cities, according to a report from Resonance, a tourism, real estate and economic advisory company.

The report compared U.S. metropolitan areas with populations of 500,000 or more across three categories: Livability, such as cost of living, walkability, sights and landmarks, and more; lovability, such as professional sports teams, restaurants, nightlife, museums and more; and prosperity, including education, airport connectivity, Fortune 500 companies headquartered, and more.

Columbus, Ohio, is the 34th-best city in the U.S. and the highest-ranked in Ohio, according to Resonance’s report, which describes the Buckeye State capital as “a Midwest masterpiece.”

“Ohio’s capital and largest city is one of America’s fastest-growing places—an economic powerhouse that’s also home to Ohio State University (#23 in our University subcategory),” the report states.

“And Buckeye football isn’t the university’s only contribution to the local economy: with more OSU graduates deciding to stay in town, Columbus is an emerging tech mecca with a thriving arts scene. The city is buoyed by a growing number of startups, as well as by top employer Ohio State and a Top 25 ranking for Fortune 500s (including Nationwide Mutual Insurance and L Brands),” the report adds.

Ohio town named a Top 10 U.S. city for college grads

Not far behind 34th-ranked Columbus is Cleveland ranked as the 40th best city in the U.S., according to Resonance. The Northeast Ohio city is described as the “City of Champions” and a place “where second-tier-city cool meets affordability.”

“Few American cities boast a rebirth story like Cleveland’s,” the report states.

“Increasingly diversified universities and colleges welcome students with open arms… and with 40-plus breweries, growing urban wineries (you read that right) and lauded restaurants that don’t just fill bellies but also mission statements,” the report adds. “Young talent has plenty of reasons to stay, from affordable housing (ranking #17 in our Average Rent subcategory) to a revitalized, walkable downtown of late 19th-century architecture and stately streetscapes.”

Ohio town is No. 1 for best U.S. cities to live in to reduce costs, save money

Cincinnati, Ohio, ranked two spots behind Cleveland at No. 42 on the list of America’s Best Cities, according to Resonance.

“Cincinnati has simmered with vibrancy for a few years now, and as second-tier cities ascend, its time has come,” the report reads. “Already an economic force—with a Top 25 Fortune 500 ranking and reaching #15 in our Patents subcategory—the city is investing in its ability to get business done. A new downtown district surrounding the Duke Energy Convention Center should be completed over the next year or two, which will dramatically improve the city’s already impressive #19 Convention Center ranking.”

Beyond Columbus, Cleveland and Cincinnati, four additional Ohio towns rank among America’s Best Cities. Akron ranks 63rd, Dayton ranks 68th, Toledo places 71st and Youngstown is 95th among the Top 100 cities in the U.S., per Resonance.

The full report from Resonance on America’s Best Cities can be found online.

Ohio hunters can apply for the chance to be selected for special hunts on public land during the 2024-25 hunting season.

Selected applicants will partake in controlled hunts for deer, waterfowl, doves, pheasants, squirrel and quail, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

Applications must be submitted by July 31. Each hunt requires payment of a non-refundable $3 application fee. Customers may apply for more than one hunt, but can only apply to each hunt once per year.

Hunters may apply at oh-web.s3licensing.com/Home, or by calling 1-866-703-1928. There is $5.50 service fee for the phone option.

‘Each controlled hunt is unique’

All applicants, youth and adult, are required to possess a valid Ohio hunting license. Youth hunters must be younger than 18 at the time of the hunt.

Winners will be drawn lottery style and given additional hunt information by Aug. 8.

“Each controlled hunt is unique,” according to a news release. “Applicants are encouraged to thoroughly review all site-specific information, including rules and requirements, prior to applying.”

Successful applicants cannot buy, sell, exchange, or trade their permits, and can only transfer permits if nothing is received in return.

Where are Ohio’s controlled hunts in 2024-25?

The ODNR is offering permit-only ring-necked pheasant hunts in select areas.

Pheasant hunting will be at the following locations:

• Andreoff
• Killdeer Plains
• Kokosing
• Mosquito Creek
• Urbana
• East Fork
• Fallsville
• Funk Bottoms
• Hancock County Wildlife Area 5
• Parkersburg
• Pater
• Pickerel Creek
• Pleasant Valley
• Salt Fork
• Coldwater Creek Nature Corridor

Those hunting deer will need a valid deer permit.

Participants may use a deer management permit, which costs $15 and may be used to harvest antlerless deer only. Deer management permits are valid statewide until Dec. 22.

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