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The independent news website of The Kent Stater & KSTV

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All content by Henry Palattella
Kent State University President Beverly Warren and Kent State alumnus and current New England Patriots player Julian Edelman get ready to start the Kent State Homecoming Parade on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2015. Edelman returned to his alma mater to take part in the Homecoming parade as Grand Marshal. 

Super Bowl MVP Edelman to walk at graduation

Henry Palattella
May 9, 2019
Maddie Camp

Profiles: The voices of the May 4th Task Force members

Henry Palattella
May 1, 2019
UCLA’s Darren Collison, left, and Russell Westbrook celebrate their 77-67 overtime win over Stanford in Los Angeles Thursday, March 6, 2008. Kevork Djansezian / AP Photo

MVP, 8-time all star, almost Golden Flash

Henry Palattella
April 24, 2019
Trash is dumped into the Countywide Recycling and Disposal Facility in East Sparta on April 5, 2019.

Tracking our trash

Henry Palattella
April 21, 2019
Peter Finley, a co-founder of Lucci’s Place in Kent. He’s the mastermind behind all the recipes used for the pizza at Lucci’s. 

Best Pizza

Henry Palattella
April 17, 2019
Ed Bzomowski fills the marquee outside The Kent Stage. Bzomowski has been a volunteer with The Kent Stage for 11 years. “I do this in all kinds of weather,” Bzomowski said, but he prefers the spring weather. 

Best place to hear local bands/music

Henry Palattella
April 17, 2019
Two opposing bowling leagues duke it out at Kent Lanes Tuesday, April 19, 2016. FILE.

Best Place for the Under-21 Crowd

Henry Palattella
April 17, 2019
Kent State informs students in line for the closing portion of Flashfest 2019 that Soulja Boy will be unable to perform. Thursday, April 11, 2019.

Soulja Boy’s absence surprise to USG

Henry Palattella
April 12, 2019
Young Thug performed in front of a light show in the MACC at FlashFest on Thursday, April 11, 2019.

Young Thug excites MAC Center with electric FlashFest performance

Henry Palattella
April 12, 2019
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OPINION: Backlash over Dolan’s comments justified

Henry Palattella
March 31, 2019
Jaylin Walker speaks with associate head coach Eric Haut during the second half of Kent State's matchup against Northern Illinois on Jan. 19. The Flashes won, 78-68.

Walker’s absence complicates senior day win over Zips

Henry Palattella
March 9, 2019
Kent State men's golf coach Herb Page speaks at the press conference announcing his retirement on March 7, 2019.

Men’s golf coach Herb Page to retire at end of 2018-2019 season.

Henry Palattella
March 7, 2019
Kent State's Antonio Williams winds up to dunk over Ohio's Antonio Cowart Jr. in the first half of their game on Feb. 26. The Flashes won, 78-73.

Three takeaways from Kent State’s win over Ohio

Henry Palattella
February 26, 2019
Kent State's Anthony Roberts takes the ball past Eastern Michigan's defense on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019. He scored eight points.

Four takeaways from Kent State’s win over Eastern Michigan

Henry Palattella
February 17, 2019
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OPINON: The AAF is exactly what the NFL needs

Henry Palattella
February 10, 2019
Jalen Avery after an ankle injury in the last five minutes of the game. He was walked off the court but returned to the bench a few moments later.

Four takeaways from Kent State’s loss to Akron

Henry Palattella
February 9, 2019
Anthony Roberts leads the Flashes in a fast break during the first half against Miami University on Feb. 5. 

Four takeaways from Kent State’s narrow win over Miami (OH)

Henry Palattella
February 5, 2019
Jalen Avery brings the ball up the court during the first half of the Flashes matchup against Buffalo on Jan. 25. The Flashes lost, 88-79.

Men’s basketball game postponed to Thursday

Henry Palattella
January 28, 2019
Senior Philip Whittington pushes past a defender during the first half of the Flashes matchup against Buffalo on Jan. 25. Kent State lost, 88-79.

Five takeaways from Kent State’s loss to No. 14 Buffalo

Henry Palattella
January 25, 2019
Kent State's Anthony Roberts (15) celebrates with Akiean Frederick (3) and Troy Simmons after defeating Toledo 87-85 in overtime, Tuesday at the M.A.C. Center.

Walker propels Flashes back from the dead in comeback win

Henry Palattella
January 22, 2019

KSu v. NIU 6

Henry Palattella
January 21, 2019
Sophomore Tim Rooney grapples with a Central Michigan wrestler during his match Sunday, Feb. 11, 2018. The Flashes won with a 21-13 upset over the Chippewas, who entered the match ranked second in the Mid-American Conference. 

The Kent Stater’s winter sports preview:

Henry Palattella
January 14, 2019
Sophomore Tim Rooney grapples with a Central Michigan wrestler during his match Sunday, Feb. 11, 2018. The Flashes won with a 21-13 upset over the Chippewas, who entered the match ranked second in the Mid-American Conference. 

McNalley, Rooney highlight final stretch of regular season

Henry Palattella
January 13, 2019
Kent State's Sarah Lippowitsch goes through her beam routine as her team looks on during the Flashes' 195.625-195.400 win over Bowling Green on March 9, 2018, at the M.A.C. Center.

Young gymnastics team looks to senior leaders

Henry Palattella
January 13, 2019
Kent State sophomore guard Megan Carter dribbles during the Flashes' 80-76 overtime win against Toledo on March 5, 2018. Carter scored a game-high 24 points off the bench to lead the Flashes to a first-round Mid-American Conference tournament victory.

Women’s basketball hopes to build on strong conference start

Henry Palattella
January 13, 2019
Kent State junior guard C.J. Williamson attempts a dunk during the Flashes' game against Shawnee State on Nov. 13, 2018. Kent State won the game, 90-69.

Flashes look to jump-start season in tightly contested Mid-American Conference

Henry Palattella
January 13, 2019
Freshman guard Hannah Young dribbles during the first half of Kent State's matchup against NIU on Wednesday, Jan 9, 2018. Kent State won, 87-78. 

Poole’s career-high leads Flashes to statement win against NIU

Henry Palattella
January 9, 2019
Kent State freshman guard Asiah Dingle dribbles down the court during a game against Oakland University Nov. 18, 2018. Kent State won the game 75-65.

Gutsy defensive effort leads Flashes to win over NJIT

Henry Palattella
December 21, 2018

Holiday Gift Guide: Treno Ristorante

Henry Palattella
December 5, 2018
Venice Cafe's Green Tea cocktail

Holiday Gift Guide: Venice Cafe

Henry Palattella
December 5, 2018
A bottle of Franklin Hotel Bar's Knob Creek Single Barrel

Hotel Gift Guide: Franklin Hotel Bar

Henry Palattella
December 5, 2018
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ANALYSIS: CFP committee gets it right with Ohio State playoff omission

Henry Palattella
December 2, 2018
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EDITORIAL: Kent State’s next presidential search needs to be open

Henry Palattella
November 14, 2018
Israel Graham's headshot

FBI serves warrant at College Towers

Henry Palattella
November 8, 2018
Kent State Students line up at the polls on November 6, 2018 for the midway elections at the Kent State Wellness Center.

Ohio GOP sweeps top statewide offices

Henry Palattella
November 6, 2018
Bev retire

KSU president Warren announces she will step down

Henry Palattella
October 23, 2018
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OPINION: The necessary evil of technology

Henry Palattella
October 21, 2018
Kent runing back Justin Rankin rushes during first half of the Flashes matchup against Akron on Oct. 20, 2018. The Flashes lost in overtime, 24-23.

Extra Points: On an actual extra point, a Wagon Wheel and Theodore Roosevelt

Henry Palattella
October 20, 2018
Kent State's Antwan Dixon attempts a stiff-arm during the second half of the Flashes matchup against Ohio University on Oct. 6, 2018. Kent lost the game, 27-26.

Extra Points: On a long lead, turnovers and searching for a victory

Henry Palattella
October 7, 2018
Kent State sophomore safety Elvis Hines exchanges words with Howard’s Mason Jordan after a tackle during the first quarter of their matchup Friday, Sept. 8, 2018. Kent State won, 54-14.

Extra Points: On Justin Rankin, ‘Woody B’ and Elvis Hines’ maturation

Henry Palattella
September 8, 2018
Kent State coach Sean Lewis comforts quarterback Woody Barrett as he walks off the field after he was penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct during a a touchdown celebration in Kent State’s game against Illinois at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018. The Flashes lost, 31-24.

Extra Points: On driving the car, a comeback bigger than football and competency

Henry Palattella
September 1, 2018
Flashes quarterback Woody Barrett drops back for a pass during a drill before Kent State's spring game on April 14, 2018. Barrett is entrenched in a three-way quarterback battle heading into the team's season opener at Illinois. 

Extra Points: On a new season, the quarterback with the keys to the car and the Illini

Henry Palattella
August 29, 2018
Memorials displayed as a part of “Sandy’s Scrapbook,” a memorial dedicated to Sandy Scheuer.

May 4 Visitors Center displays new exhibit

Henry Palattella
August 26, 2018

Kent v. Bonaventure 3

Henry Palattella
August 19, 2018
A banner used on Facebook to promote an open-carry rally hosted by Kaitlin Bennett, a Kent State alumna known for her graduation photo with an AR-10.

Kaitlin Bennett to host September open-carry rally on campus

Henry Palattella
August 13, 2018
Christopher Darling, an assistant professor of visual communication design at Kent State, died unexpectedly this weekend. 

Kent State VCD professor dies unexpectedly

Henry Palattella
June 19, 2018
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Opinion: Regardless of decision, Cleveland is forever in LeBron’s debt

Henry Palattella
June 11, 2018
Bennett tweet screenshot

KSU alumna’s graduation photos spark national discussion

Henry Palattella
May 17, 2018
Michael Weber on MTV's "Amazingness".

KentWired’s Q&A with winner of MTV’s ‘Amazingness,’ Michael Weber

Henry Palattella
January 19, 2018
Screenshot of Kyle Bristow's tweet on Jan. 17, 2018. 

Tweet: White nationalist Richard Spencer’s tour manager seeking space to speak at Kent State on May 4

Henry Palattella
January 17, 2018
Kent State linebacker James Alexander (left) and safety Erik Simpson attempt to push Bowling Green wide receiver Calvin Clater out of bounds Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2017.

Reports: Kent State names former Syracuse offensive coordinator Sean Lewis new head coach

Henry Palattella
December 18, 2017
Students gather on Risman Plaza to mourn the loss of fellow student Devin Moore Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2017.

Kent State community holds vigil following student’s sudden death

Henry Palattella
December 6, 2017
Kent State senior guard Naddiyah Cross (left) races Detroit Mercy junior guard Brittney Jackson to the ball Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017. The Flashes beat the Titans, 82-74, in the home opener at the M.A.C. Center.

Cross scores career-high 19 in Kent State’s win over Eastern Kentucky

Henry Palattella
December 5, 2017
The Julian Edelman "college series" bobblehead released by the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum.

Bobblehead hall of fame drops rare Edelman Flashes figurine

Henry Palattella
December 5, 2017
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So, I hear you need a coach

Henry Palattella
November 29, 2017
Kent State cornerback Demetrius Monday revels in victory after the Flashes beat Miami (OH). Monday was named to the All-MAC Third Team.

Four Flashes named to All-MAC team

Henry Palattella
November 29, 2017
Kent State coach Rob Senderoff reacts as a foul is called against the Flashes in the final seconds of the second half against Southeastern Louisiana at the M.A.C. Center Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2017. Kent State lost to Southeastern Louisiana, 70-66.

Men’s basketball suffers first defeat of season against Southeastern Louisiana

Henry Palattella
November 22, 2017
Kent State guard Alexa Golden dribbles the ball past Youngstown State guard Alison Smolinski.

Golden, Stephens power Flashes past sluggish first quarter

Henry Palattella
November 14, 2017
Kent State then-sophomore guard Jaylin Walker claps after making a shot in the first half against Akron at the M.A.C. Center Friday, March 3, 2017. Kent State lost 66-56. 

Kent State basketball looks to make second straight MAC title run

Henry Palattella
November 8, 2017
Merissa

Finding stability on the court

Henry Palattella
November 5, 2017
Miami (OH) players run onto the field following their MAC championship win against Kent State at Murphy-Mellis Field Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017.

Kent State field hockey falls short in MAC Championship against Miami (OH)

Henry Palattella
November 4, 2017
Junior back, Courtney Weise (left), celebrates with senior middle, Silvia Figa Malgosa, after she scored during the MAC semifinals Friday, Nov. 3, 2017.

Field hockey beats Longwood, will face Miami (OH) in MAC Championship

Henry Palattella
November 3, 2017
Columbus Crew SC midfielder Federico Higuain celebrates with teammates after they score a goal against New York City FC in Mapfre Stadium Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2017

Columbus Crew SC puts on show for home crowd, lead 4-1 in Eastern Semifinals

Henry Palattella
October 31, 2017
Freshman Ashley Bonetz charges for the goal in the field hockey game against Ohio University on Oct. 28, 2017.

Field hockey tops Ohio 1-0 in regular season finale

Henry Palattella
October 28, 2017

Men’s, women’s basketball named second in division in preseason polls

Henry Palattella
October 26, 2017
Then a sophomore, Kent State's Gisli Sveinbergsson tees off on the 16th hole at the Mid-American Conference championship in Nashport, OH. The Flashes won the conference, while Sveinbergsson won golfer of the year. [FILE]

Stellar final round pushes golf to fourth place in Dallas

Henry Palattella
October 25, 2017
Running back Justin Rankin gets tackled during the second quarter against Miami (OH) Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017.

Rourke records three touchdowns, Ohio routs Kent State 48-3

Henry Palattella
October 21, 2017
Kent State freshman Clara Rodriguez Seto looks for a pass in the game against Miami University (OH) Sept. 29, 2017. Miami won 1-0.

Harper, Apelt lead field hockey to win over CMU

Henry Palattella
October 14, 2017
Buffalo defenders tackle Kent State quarterback George Bollas during a run in the third quarter Saturday, Sept. 30, 2017.

Flashes welcome Redhawks to Dix Stadium for Homecoming matchup

Henry Palattella
October 11, 2017
Kent State senior Challen Geraghty cheers with teammates after scoring against Akron Friday, Sept. 22, 2017. The Flashes fell to Akron, 3-1.

Volleyball beats Ohio, Central Michigan for first conference wins

Henry Palattella
October 8, 2017
Kent State freshman Clara Rodriguez Seto looks for a pass in the game against Miami University (OH) Sept. 29, 2017. Miami won 1-0.

Field Hockey stumbles in home opener

Henry Palattella
September 30, 2017
Kent players battle for the ball after a corner kick during a game against EMU on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2017.

Ernst’s first career goal leads Flashes to conference win

Henry Palattella
September 24, 2017
The ball hits the net after Kent State attempted to score during a game against Akron Friday, Sept. 22, 2017.

Volleyball drops MAC opener to Akron

Henry Palattella
September 22, 2017
Kent State quarterback Nick Holley dodges a tackle in the first half of Kent State's matchup against No. 5 Clemson.

Kent State quarterback Nick Holley out for year

Henry Palattella
September 19, 2017
A Kent State helmet sits on the sideline adorned with a sticker for Tyler Heintz, a freshman lineman who passed away this summer during the team's conditioning. 

Coroner’s report shows Heintz died of natural causes

Henry Palattella
September 18, 2017
Tyler Heintz, right, died after a morning workout with the Kent State football team June 13. Heat was likely a factor in the death, according to the Portage County coroner.

Fired strength coach lacked proper certification; job application says otherwise

Henry Palattella
September 6, 2017
Kent State midfielder Silvia Figa Malgosa hits the ball down the field on Oct. 30, 2016. Kent State beat Saint Francis 2-0.

Field hockey upsets No. 23 Ohio State on Delpech’s late goal

Henry Palattella
September 5, 2017
Seniors Katarina Kojic and Drew Norberg block a hit by RMU at the M.A.C. Center on Sept. 6, 2016.

Volleyball swept over weekend at Cardinal Classic

Henry Palattella
September 3, 2017

Field Hockey records first win of the year over weekend

Henry Palattella
September 3, 2017
Senior forward Jenna Hellstrom battles for possession of the ball in the MAC Championship game against Northern Illinois University on Nov. 6, 2016.

Soccer secures weekend split in FGCU tournament

Henry Palattella
September 3, 2017
Clemson players surround Kent State quarterback Nick Holley during the first half of Kent State's matchup against No. 5 Clemson.

Kent State vs. Clemson: Live tracker

Henry Palattella
September 2, 2017
Coach Paul Haynes reacts to a Bowling Green score during the Kent State vs. Bowling Green game Saturday, Oct. 24, 2015. The Flashes lost 48-0.

Haynes temporarily steps down as head football coach

Henry Palattella
August 27, 2017

Field hockey drops weekend contests to Rutgers and Monmouth

Henry Palattella
August 27, 2017
Kent State University President Beverly Warren and Kent State alumnus and current New England Patriots player Julian Edelman get ready to start the Kent State Homecoming Parade on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2015. Edelman returned to his alma mater to take part in the Homecoming parade as Grand Marshal. 

Former Kent State quarterback Julian Edelman tears ACL, out for year

Henry Palattella
August 27, 2017

Soccer drops season-opener to Purdue

Henry Palattella
August 18, 2017

Bowsher, former Kent State strength coach, releases statement about dismissal

Henry Palattella
August 16, 2017
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Kent State dismisses football strength coach for lack of proper certification

Henry Palattella
August 14, 2017

Kent State field hockey looks to win fourth straight MAC title

Henry Palattella
August 11, 2017
A group walks along the Kent State esplanade toward downtown. 

Kent State expected to lose $12-15 million in funding, according to email

Henry Palattella
August 10, 2017
Tyler Heintz, right, died after a morning workout with the Kent State football team June 13. Heat was likely a factor in the death, according to the Portage County coroner.

Report finds strength coach lacks proper certification, led June practice when student died

Henry Palattella
August 9, 2017
Then a freshman, Kent State's Kellie Abeska catches a pop fly during the Flashes 12-1 win at Akron on April 22, 2017. [FILE] 

Flashes record one hit, fall to Ohio State

Henry Palattella
May 3, 2017
Kent State junior outfielder Reilly Hawkins bunts the ball against Central Michigan at Schoonover Stadium on April 30, 2017. Kent State won 6-5.

Hamilton’s late home run leads Flashes over Canisius

Henry Palattella
May 3, 2017
Students line up at Wholly Habanero, located in the Student Center’s HUB, on Aug. 29, 2015. Wholly Habaneros is new to the HUB and offers a create-your-own burrito bar.

GRAZERS, Fresco discuss future in dining services

Henry Palattella
May 3, 2017
Kent State’s new women’s lacrosse head coach Brianne Tierney speaks at a press conference in the M.A.C. Center on Tuesday, May 2, 2017. 

Tierney officially announced as women’s lacrosse coach

Henry Palattella
May 2, 2017
Nick Buzzelli Sidebar

Student athletes handle advanced workload, anxiety

Henry Palattella
April 30, 2017
The Kent State club lacrosse team poses with the NCLL Midwest North Conference championship trophy after beating Penn State Altoona on Saturday, April 29, 2017

Kent State lacrosse club wins Midwest Conference, heads to Elite Eight

Henry Palattella
April 30, 2017
Former Kent State cornerback Najee Murray participates in a drill during Kent State's pro day on Friday, March 24, 2017.

Kent State undrafted free agent signing tracker

Henry Palattella
April 29, 2017

Ladines, Grimm lead softball to win over Buffalo

Henry Palattella
April 28, 2017

Source: Tierney to be named women’s lacrosse coach

Henry Palattella
April 28, 2017
Fredrick tweet

Ohio loses Simmons, KSU gains recruit

Henry Palattella
April 25, 2017
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