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Michael Weber on MTV's "Amazingness".

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

Henry Palattella January 19, 2018

The following is a Q&A with junior advertising student Michael Weber, who recently won the $10,000 grand prize on an episode of MTV’s “Amazingness.”KentWired: With “Amazingness,” how did...

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

A tweet sent Wednesday by Kyle Bristow, a lawyer who represents white nationalist Richard Spencer’s National Policy Institute, said Spencer’s college tour manager is working to reserve the Kent State...

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

After 26 days, it looks as if Kent State football has finally found their coach.Multiple outlets reported Monday the Flashes have hired Syracuse co-offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach Sean Lewis...

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 7, 2017

More than 200 students and faculty gathered at the Kent State Student Center to remember the life of Devin Moore, who passed away Wednesday night.Witnesses said Moore, a senior journalism major, was playing...

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 6, 2017

Throughout her time at Kent State, senior starting point guard Naddiyah Cross has never been a scorer. She came into the Flashes' matchup against Eastern Kentucky averaging five points per game, and she...

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

For three years, Julian Edelman made his presence felt at Kent State, as he left the Flashes with school records in total passing (4,997) and rushing yards (2,483).On Tuesday, Edelman was recognized for...

Henry Palattella

So, I hear you need a coach

Henry Palattella November 29, 2017

Dear Kent State Athletics,I hope this letter finds you well. I’m sure you’re very busy, and for good reason. You need to find a football coach!I saw on the press release you put out about the vacancy...

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

Four members of the Kent State football team were named to All-Mid-American Conference teams. Junior linebacker Jim Jones was the lone Flash named to the All-MAC first team, while senior defensive tackle...

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

Jaylin Walker's season-high 26 points weren't enough Tuesday, as the Kent State men's basketball team (3-1) suffered their first loss of the season to Southeastern Louisiana (2-3), 70-66. The Flashes...

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

After one quarter of play in their Tuesday afternoon matchup against Youngtown State, things looked bleak for the Kent State women’s basketball team.The Flashes were a dismal 1-8 from the field, with...

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

It was a preseason practice, but it seemed more like a tournament game.Jaylin Walker hit a three-point shot and jawed at his teammates. Jonathan Nwankwo threw down a breakaway dunk with so much force that...

Merissa

Finding stability on the court

Henry Palattella November 5, 2017

It was a hazy afternoon in June 2007 when Merissa Barber-Smith’s mother sat her four children down in the living room of their house on the South Side of Chicago.“Kids,” she told them, “we’re...

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