“The Lord of the Rings” trilogy is by far one of the grandest examples of outstanding cinema and has stood the test of time despite each film being over 20 years old. What truly makes these films ...

Heating issues are seasonal concerns for those who reside in residence halls at Youngstown State University. It also poses a concern for the various academic buildings around campus. Toward the end of ...

It is officially the end. After two years working with The Jambar, it is time to move on to other things. My time with this publication has taught me so much, and I can not be more grateful. From ...

Youngstown-based band The Vindy’s has performed in the Mahoning Valley for over 10 years. The band recently released its third album titled “Trap Door” on April 10. The band first hit the Youngstown ...

Whether students are art majors or not, the Student Art Association at Youngstown State University proves that anyone can be an artist. SAA is a student-led group that welcomes all YSU students to ...

Most of you won’t recognize my name in the sign off. I’m not one who regularly writes the news you read — I work on the backend, editing and proofreading. I’ve worked for The Jambar for three years ...

In a city full of coffee shops, one in particular is on the move. Coffee Run, a mobile coffee trailer, has served the Mahoning Valley since 2024. Darla Schafer is the creative mind and owner of Coffee ...

Just days after taking the stage at Coachella, Philadelphia-based rapper Armani White took to the streets of downtown Youngstown on April 18 to headline the 12th annual Federal Frenzy. Federal Frenzy ...

When people tell you time flies, listen to them, because here I am writing my final goodbye to The Jambar. This is a little out of my realm, as I’ve been a sports reporter since 2023, so my copy ...

Trent Kliner, senior biochemistry major at Youngstown State University, has created music under the moniker “not equal to” since 2020. He released his debut, alternative album, “A Slow Dance of Time,” ...

Throughout the 2025-26 school year, The Jambar has continued to serve as a voice of Youngstown State University students. While releasing a paper and a show every week, The Jambar employees are also ...