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Insomnia cookies is located at 295 S. Water Street. Insomnia Cookies was voted second best place for go-to food delivery and second best sweet stuff in Kent by community members and students that attend Kent State University. 

Best of Kent: best sweet stuff

First Place: Popped!A Kent original, Popped! is your go to for all things chocolate and popcorn. You can visit Popped! at its original location in Acorn Alley and at the newly opened space in downtown...

A group poses for a photo after tossing around a football in Kent, Ohio, on Summit Street, March 16, 2019. Editor's Note: Everybody in this photo is over 21. 

Best of Kent: best event/festival

First place: Fake Paddy's Day Typically held the week before St. Patrick's Day, Fake Paddy's Day is a celebration that occurs in many college towns across the United States. According to KSNT.com, Fake...

Twisted Meltz, located at 164 E. Main Street, was voted the second-best sandwich shop in Kent in the annual Best of Kent competition. Pictured above is a Paul Warfield sandwich, a Scouts Honor Mint milkshake and a side of fries. 

Best of Kent: best sandwich shop

First place: Franklin Square Deli Franklin Square Deli is dedicated to offering high-quality products at low prices. Kent State students appreciate the fresh ingredients at the motor-sport themed restaurant. Franklin...

Five Guys was named second best place to get a burger for Best of Kent. Five Guys has a variety of options to choose from and is known for their quality. 

Best of Kent: best burger

First place: Ray’s Place Located on Franklin Avenue, Ray’s Place is the favorite burger spot among Kent State students for the fourth year in a row. Ray’s Place has been a staple of downtown Kent...

Audience watches various short films at the Kent Stage Saturday evening.

Best of Kent: places to hear live music

First Place - Kent Stage Located on E. Main Street downtown, the  Kent Stage is home to many unique annual events such as the monthly Rocky Horror Picture Show, the January film festival and the Kent...

Beckwiths' Orchards may be closed for the season, but it was named the #1 place to take your family for Best of Kent. The orchards will reopen during the summer time until the end of fall. 

Best of Kent: Place to take your family

Theresa Lovrak Reporter March 6, 2020

Beckwith OrchardsFor over 125 years, Beckwith Orchards has been a local favorite for seasonal enjoyment and places first for Kent’s Best. According to their website, whether you go for an orchard tour...

Bent Tree Coffee Roasters was voted third best coffee shop in Kent by community members and students that attend Kent State University. Bent Tree Coffee Roasters makes and produces their own blend of coffee and teas. They also sell it in their store. 

Best of Kent: Coffee Shops

Theresa Lovrak Reporter March 6, 2020

Tree City Tree City holds its title as Kent’s best coffee shop for the eighth year in a row.  Serving an abundance of pastries and drinks that accommodate even those who don’t like the taste of coffee,...

Kent State students fill the new gym inside of Tri-Towers at the opening on Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017. An addition to the Recreation and Wellness Center on the other side of campus, this new facility will make working out more convenient for students.

Best of Kent: residence halls

Kaitlyn Finchler Photo Editor March 6, 2020

Tri-Towers With three different residence halls, four if you’re including all of the Korb Hall residents getting their mail, Tri Towers was voted the best residence hall on campus. With an in-house...

Best of Kent: Scribbles Coffee

Savannah Monks March 6, 2020

The inside of Scribbles Coffee Co located at 237 N. Water Street in Kent, Ohio. Scribbles Coffee Co was voted second best coffee shop in Kent by students and community members. Scribbles Coffee Co sells...

The Grazers location within the Kent State Student Center, photographed on Friday, March 6, 2020. 

Best of Kent: on campus dining

Kaitlyn Finchler Photo Editor March 6, 2020

GRAZERS -> 1st place on campus foodGRAZERS has been at the hub in the student center for three years, and co-owner Stacey Lasher said they pride themselves on providing healthy options to students.“Kent...

Wiler vs. Kent State University lawsuit

March 6, 2020

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Tattoo artist Larry Stapano tattooing client Lymrick Cheshire at War Horse Ink on Fri. March 6, 2020. 

Best of Kent: Tattoo and Piercing Parlors

Holly Liptak Reporter March 6, 2020

Defiance The large black sign and low-lit interior give the illusion of an intimidating atmosphere, but inside, the Defiance Tattoos staff are friendly, professional and offer helpful insight. The shop...