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More than just water, Jaden Smith shares his efforts to improve the world

Matthew Brown, Photo Editor September 17, 2022

With resounding applause, Jaden Smith took the stage at Kent State’s Cartwright Hall Friday night. Fielding questions from Bryton Ellis, a junior music major and the event's moderator, Smith talked...

The first 800 students to come to the Black Squirrel Festival received free t-shirts from the Flash Activities Board

40th annual Black Squirrel Festival brings campus back to life

Grace Clarke, Reporter September 17, 2022

A festival dedicated to Kent’s favorite rodent, the black squirrel, ran this past Friday filling up the campus with lively events on the Student Green and Risman Plaza from 3-7 p.m. The Flash Activities...

Dix Stadium complete with new additions, improvements as opening day nears

Jacob Brooks, TV2 Reporter September 17, 2022

Kent State football is back for its 100th season. This season brings new improvements and changes to Dix Stadium, with more to come as the season progresses. Tv2 Reporter Jacob Brooks has the story.

Megan Richards loved hanging out with friends, participating in her sorority AXID and working for the College of Business Administration.

Friends and family share memories of Megan Richards, a Kent State student who died of brain cancer at 22

Troy Pierson, General Assignment Editor September 16, 2022

Megan Richards’ loved ones remember her as being kind, loving and strong. On Sunday, Sept. 4, Megan Marie Richards, a Kent State student, died at the age of 22 following a nearly two-year battle with...

Kent Rocks music festival coming to downtown Kent Friday

Kent Rocks music festival coming to downtown Kent Friday

Genevieve Krejci, Reporter September 14, 2022

Kent Rocks Music Festival will have 26 local bands at 23 venues in Downtown Kent Friday. The featured bands and artists will play classic rock, rock, blues and acoustic sets, starting at 7 p.m. Some...

Patagonia’s founder transfers ownership into two entities to help fight the climate crisis

Kate Trafecante, CNN September 14, 2022

(CNN) -- Patagonia's founder is transferring ownership of the company after nearly 50 years into two entities that will help fight the climate crisis. Patagonia is a private company based in Ventura,...

U.S. News ranks Kent State no. 107 on Top Public Schools List, no. 212 on National Universities List

U.S. News ranks Kent State no. 107 on Top Public Schools List, no. 212 on National Universities List

Catie Pusateri, Reporter September 14, 2022

In the newly released 2022-2023 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges ranking, Kent State came in at number 107 on the Top Public Schools list and tied with six other universities for number 212 on...

For those in crisis, 988 serves as a new Portage County lifeline

For those in crisis, 988 serves as a new Portage County lifeline

Emma Andrus, Editor-in-Chief September 13, 2022

On the morning of July 16, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline went into effect nationwide. The 24/7 helpline is a call and text service that provides anonymity as well as “free and confidential emotional...

Props 4 paws hosts fundraiser at Kent State airport to help animals in need

September 11, 2022

"Props 4 Paws" is a Kent-based charity that has supplied food to local animal shelters since 2011. The organization held a fundraiser on Saturday at the Kent State Airport. TV2's Olivia Sharp reports that...

Kristin Morris' statue "Ricardo" is displayed in the exhibition. Morris recieved the Brian Lonsway Memorial Award for Humor in Craft for her work.

School of Art showcases award-winning alumni, Ohio artists’ work in ‘Best of 2022’ gallery

Chloe Robertson and Grace Clarke, Reporter September 9, 2022

Eighty-three award-winning works of art, including work from Kent State alumni, are now on display at Kent State's Center for the Visual Arts. The university is hosting the Ohio Designer Craftsmen...

Racial slur found on mirror in men’s library bathroom

Isabella Schreck, Sports Editor September 9, 2022

A racial slur was written on a mirror in the men’s bathroom on the first floor of the university library Tuesday. The incident was then reported to Kent State Police. Chris Jenkins, assistant director...

Local pet shop to close after serving the Kent community for over 50 years

September 8, 2022

The Kent community has many local businesses. Among them is Hutch Pet Shop which has been open for over 50 years. The owners have decided to try something new and create a new business. TV2 reporter...

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