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The "Tosha Garden" mural, on the side of the downtown Townhall II building, serves as a symbol of growth for those experiencing mental illness.

‘Tosha’s Garden’ mural brings mental health awareness to downtown Kent

Rachel McKean, Reporter July 7, 2025

A bold, colorful butterfly has landed in downtown Kent, stretching across the side of the Townhall II building as a vibrant new mural aiming to spark conversations about mental health. The piece is the...

Abby Riley is the owner of Concrete Hippie Shop, and her booth was at the Vintage pop-up at Scribbles Coffee.

Concrete Hippie hosts pop-up at Scribbles

Claire Duber, Reporter July 2, 2025

Abby Riley, founder of the vintage clothing collective Concrete Hippie and Kent State alumna, brought her business to Scribbles Coffee Co. for a pop-up this weekend.  Riley began Concrete Hippie in...

Last Exit hosted a book signing by the author Kenneth Strange on June 21, 2025.

Ken Strange honors former Kent resident at book signing

Adriana Gasiewski, Digital Content Manager June 23, 2025

The sun shone through the windows of Last Exit Books and Coffeehouse as a small crowd gathered to listen and laugh with author Ken Strange during his book signing on June 21. In 2022, Strange and his...

Kent Mainstreet hosts Putt Around Town in support of the Ben Curtis Foundation.

Putt Around Downtown raises money ‘fore’ charity

Nikki Gasiewski, Reporter June 22, 2025

Downtown Kent looked different than normal on June 21, with 18 themed putt-putt holes popping up outside and around local businesses. The themed holes represented the 18 participating businesses as...

Mary Kay Cabot honored for career in sports journalism

Mary Kay Cabot honored for career in sports journalism

Rachel McKean, Reporter June 18, 2025

When Mary Kay Cabot began covering the Cleveland Browns in 1991, she was one of the only women in the locker room. Now, over 30 years later, not only is she still there, but she’s thriving. The Kent...

During the Kent Pride Market, attendees shopped at locally owned LGTBQ+ businesses on Saturday, June 14, 2025. (Claire Duber).

Small businesses celebrate Pride in Kent: Inside the annual Pride Market

Claire Duber, Reporter June 16, 2025

Justine Gallo and Nicole Joseph brought pride to Acorn Alley, transforming the area into a vibrant celebration of pride and community.  As owner of Sun in Leo, located inside Acorn Alley, and organizer...

Jackie Hughes (far left), Daniel Fladung (far right) and Kent State President Todd Diacon (center) with the winning looks and their designers from the "Dalí Beyond Time" exhibit.

‘Dali Beyond Time’ stitches fashion and mental health together

Savannah Carroll, Reporter June 16, 2025

In a collaboration blending art, fashion and mental health awareness, Kent State University’s School of Fashion has partnered with the Peg’s Foundation to present "Dalí Beyond Time," an exhibit featuring...

May 4 exhibit at the Kent Historical Society.

A chance to reminisce on local history: Kent Historical Society’s community value

John Engoglia, Reporter June 9, 2025

The Kent Historical Society and Museum is more than just a resource and reference center, it's a place to explore the vibrant and distinguished history of the city of Kent. Located at 237 E. Main St.,...

Always Indie opens in Acorn Alley.

New downtown boutique features female-owned businesses

Nikki Gasiewski, Reporter June 8, 2025

When shopping at Always Indie, a boutique and artist collective, customers can browse clothing racks and merchandise tables full of products from more than 20 local female businesses or visit their design...

Visualization photos for East Main Street Construction.

East Main Street renovation project to begin this summer

John Engoglia, Reporter June 4, 2025

After several years in the making, East Main Street will receive an all new look as construction unfolds in a collaborative project between the city of Kent and Kent State. The project will add a roundabout...

Bibibop spokespeople and Kent Mayor Jerry Fiala cuts the ribbon at Bibibop's grand opening on May 22, 2025.

Bibibop serves up a grand opening in Kent

Savannah Carroll, Reporter June 3, 2025

In May 2025, Kent welcomed a fresh wave of healthy eating as Bibibop Asian Grill officially opened its newest location just steps from Kent State University. The new restaurant, located on East Main Street,...

Dr. Joseph Oglio, the eighth youngest person to receive a doctorate from Kent State University.

Kent State’s select group of young doctorates adds eighth member

Claire Duber, Reporter May 30, 2025

At just 25 years old, Dr. Joseph Oglio has become the eighth youngest Kent State graduate to earn his doctorate degree.  Oglio said he saw an article about the exclusive group a few years ago and it...

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