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Jeff Ingram and Audrey Henry at the "Those Damn Dames" art gallery ope​​ning on Friday, July 8, 2016. Henry is the artist behind the art gallery which was helped made possible by the Standing Rock Cultural Art, a nonprofit organization where Ingram is the executive director.

Local artist unveils new gallery in downtown Kent

Angelo Angel July 9, 2016

In a small but cozy art suite in downtown Kent on Friday, Audrey Henry entertained guests at the opening of her art gallery titled “Those Damn Dames.”The event—held at The North Water Street Gallery—was...

“Those Damn Dames” exhibit opening Friday

Angelo Angel July 5, 2016

Those Damn Dames, an upcoming art show presented by the Standing Rock Culture Arts, will be hosted at the North Water Street Gallery on Friday.The event is the opening reception where patrons can observe...

Issues vary in importance to voters based on generational values

Angelo Angel June 30, 2016

Even with two clear major candidates set to battle it out on the ballot this November, the general public remains fiercely divided over an election filled with strong opinions.  Both former Secretary...

Environmental advocacy group helps students register to vote

Angelo Angel June 25, 2016

As incoming freshmen explore campus during Destination Kent State this summer, NextGen Climate is there to help with voter registration.On Wednesday, volunteers from NextGen Climate–a San Francisco-based...

Two Kent State students represent at 2016 Miss Ohio pageant

Angelo Angel June 17, 2016

Two Kent State students are showcasing their inner and outer beauty for a shot at being crowned this year’s Miss Ohio.Junior communication studies major Veronica Garey and freshman journalism and mass...

Kent State students competing for Miss Ohio

Angelo Angel June 16, 2016

Two Kent State Students will be in the Miss Ohio Scholarship Program Pageant as one of the 20 contestant vying for the opportunity to become Miss Ohio of 2016.Erin Simonek, of North Royalton, and Veronica...

Ramella’s Pizzeria at 114 W Erie St. in downtown Kent on Thursday, June 16, 2016. The pizzeria reopened Wednesday after being closed for over a year.

Ramella’s Pizzeria reopens following year-long hiatus

Angelo Angel June 16, 2016

Ramella’s Pizzeria reopened its doors yesterday after almost a year of being closed due to a dispute with the city over a fire safety concern.The local pizza shop, located on W Erie Street, was dealing...

Sean Foreman and Nathaniel Motte of 3OH!3 pose for a picture on the Student Green before Flashfest on Thursday, April 21, 2016.

Bad weather, big crowds: FlashFest 2016 showcases diverse music

Angelo Angel April 22, 2016

The annual spring FlashFest was held on Thursday, April 21, with prominent music artists alongside outdoor games and merchandise for sale throughout the soggy afternoon.FlashFest consisted of six music...

Savannah Freese, of Water Street Tavern, pours a beer on Friday, April 15, 2016.

Best of Kent: Best Bartender

Angelo Angel April 19, 2016

First Place - Savannah FreeseWhen Savannah Freese, a senior french translation major and a bartender at Water Street Tavern, tried to describe her style of bartending, she said fun and bubbly.“I love...

Customers sit at the bar of Water Street Tavern on Friday, April 15, 2016.

Best of Kent: Best Bar

Angelo Angel April 18, 2016

First Place - Water Street TavernCombining the atmosphere of a sports bar with the appearance of a tried-and-true college bar, Water Street Tavern finds a way to harmonize these qualities and become one...

A Long Island Iced Tea from Ray’s Place on Monday, April 11, 2016.

Best of Kent: Best Cocktail

Angelo Angel April 18, 2016

First Place - Ray’s Place Long Island Iced TeaTaking an iconic cocktail and making it their own, Ray’s Place’s Long Island Iced Tea is a favorite within the establishment, boasting a price tag of...

Kent State students dance during the KSU Flash-A-Thon at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center on Saturday, April 2, 2016.

Flash-A-Thon raises money for Akron Children’s Hospital

Angelo Angel April 3, 2016

The KSU Flash-A-Thon hosted its annual non-profit philanthropic event at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center on Saturday, raising more than $31,000. The Flash-A-Thon is a 12-hour dance marathon...

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