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Local nonprofits host event to educate voters about the Ohio County Sheriff position ahead of elections

Local nonprofits host event to educate voters about the Ohio County Sheriff position ahead of elections

Jonathan Beard, KSTV Reporter October 22, 2024

Several nonprofit rights groups discussed the role and power of the sheriff on Saturday, Oct. 19 at Kent United Church of Christ.

Barefeet Dance Tribe performs at their 10th annual Oya Shake Sumthin' event on Oct. 19, 2024.

Oya Shake Sumthin’ event creates space for cultural celebration

Addison Young, Reporter October 21, 2024

Barefeet Dance Tribe at Kent State celebrated their 10th annual Oya Shake Sumthin’ event on Oct. 19 to highlight the inclusivity of dance.  Barefeet Dance Tribe alumna Kamille Pierce spoke about...

International students and Kent State professors join together Oct. 18 in the Women's Center Conference Room for a film screening and panel discussion.

International Student Council, Women’s Center celebrate Day of the Girl Child with film screening

Priyanshi, Reporter October 20, 2024

Kent State's International Student Council and Women's Center marked International Day of the Girl Child with a film screening and panel discussion that focused on the experiences of girls around the world.  International...

Division Dancers prepare for Fall Faculty Showcase with Chilean-American choreographer

Jillian Flack, KSTV Reporter October 19, 2024

Friday evening at the Center for Performing Arts, the Dance Division held an open rehearsal of performances with Chilean-American choreographer Micahel Uthoff. The dance students performed with Uthoff's...

President Todd Diacon said the university ends fiscal year 2024 with a $9.9 million deficit. The announcement follows a series of warnings from the president over declining state funding and enrollment. | File photo

Kent State sounds alarm after outspending budget

Alton Northup, News Director October 19, 2024

Kent State overspent its budget by $18.6 million for fiscal year 2024. President Todd Diacon said in a letter to faculty and staff that unexpected revenue padded the overspending, resulting in a $9.9...

KSTV Flashcast Sports

KSTV Staff October 19, 2024

Catch up on this week in sports with KSTV's Ryan Meade and Evan Schofield.

KSTV Flashcast Tops Stories

KSTV Staff October 19, 2024

KSTV's Talia Milewich shares this week's top stories.

People climbing on the Rec Center Rock Climbing Wall.

Kent State climbers set to scale new heights for charity

Jamie McGrady, Reporter October 19, 2024

Kent State University's Recreation and Wellness Services is gearing up for its annual Charity Climb-a-thon, where participants challenge themselves to climb on the rock wall as many times as possible to...

Students ride in a carriage at FAB's annual Fall Fest on Oct. 17 2024.

FAB debuts collaboration with Haymaker Farmers’ Market at annual Fall Fest

Elaina Matricardi, Reporter October 19, 2024

The Flash Activities Board ran its annual Fall Fest in collaboration with Haymaker Farmers’ Market for the first time with hopes of getting students to explore the variety of Kent’s locally owned business.  “I...

KSTV Flashcast National Updates

October 18, 2024

KSTV's Evan Schofield and Talia Milewich deliver your national updates.

KSTV Flashcast Consumer News

October 18, 2024

KSTV's Katie Waggle catches up on consumer news.

Rolling Scones Bakery & Café opens in Kent, hoping to provide a welcoming space for all

Lauren Cohen, Emma Campbell October 18, 2024

A new bakery opened in Kent, and its mission is rooted deeper than just selling sweet treats. The Rolling Scones Bakery & Café, owned by Robin Turner and Kassie Turner, opened in late August on...