Youngstown is in the northeast part of the state of Ohio. Youngstown's economy is primarily focused around manufacturing and mining. The city once had a booming iron and steel industry, but it has diminished in recent years. Goods manufactured in Youngstown include rubber, machinery, aluminum, and electric products. Iron ore, coal, and limestone are all mined in the area. Youngstown State University is the city's largest employer; General Motors employs many people in the metropolitan area. Youngstown's downtown has recently become a site of new business growth, keeping Youngstown movers are kept busy by the many people coming to take advantage of this city's developing opportunities.
History
John Young first reached the Youngstown area in 1796. In 1800, he purchased the city land and soon after laid out the groundwork. Initially, Youngstown was part of the Connecticut Western Reserve and this led to some people from the Connecticut area moving to Youngstown. The Pennsylvania-Ohio Canal reached the city in 1839 as well as the first railroad in 1853. This resulted in accelerated population growth for Youngstown. The city was officially incorporated in 1867 and Youngstown became the county seat in 1876.
Tourism
The Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport is eleven miles outside of the city. No major professional sports teams reside in the city, but there are some collegiate teams. Popular attractions include Powers Auditorium, where the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra plays, the Butler Museum of American Art, and the Museum of Industry and Labor. Another popular destination is Mill Creek Park which features a nature center, an old mill, and several hiking trails.