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Kent Students Mariah Bregar, finance major (left), Dylan Phillips, psychology major (middle) and Quentin Rosenberger, business marketing (right), get interviewed by Kent Stater's own Emma Campbell on Feb. 28, 2025, during the Grand opening of Krazy Bins.

Krazy Bins expands, new Kent location opening soon

Savannah Carroll, Reporter March 4, 2025

A new shopping destination is arriving to make student life easier in Kent. Discount store Krazy Bins is opening its latest location right near Kent State’s campus, bringing budget friendly essentials,...

Kelly Dietrick in front of local artists' artwork.

Local business spotlight: Troppus Projects

Chloe Zofchak Reporter May 15, 2021

With anything from paper clip earrings to art exhibits, Troppus Projects still has a unique presence in Downtown Kent five years after it opened its doors. Troppus Projects, located at 141 South Water...

Sophia Fricioni poses with her roommate on their front porch. 

Fake Paddy’s Day celebrations not stopped by COVID-19

Rachel Karas, Assigning Editor Zaria Johnson, General Assignment Editor March 13, 2021

A gray house on the street corner of East College Avenue was vibrant with people in St. Patrick’s-themed garb filling the yard, the porch and the neighboring house’s balcony, but the festivities were...

Facebook post from Franklin Square Deli about the altercation.

Altercation in downtown Kent leaves one hospitalized

Nathan Mehring Reporter September 5, 2020

A physical altercation took place between two people in downtown Kent on Aug. 29, leaving one with significant facial injuries, said Kent Police Administrative Lieutenant Mike Lewis.While it’s unconfirmed...

A black, four-door Toyota Camry hit Century 21 Wilbur Realty, located at 548 S. Water St., at approximately 1:35 p.m. 

Car strikes realty office on South Water Street

Neville Hardman and Emily Mills November 23, 2015

A car struck a realty office on South Water Street Monday afternoon, causing minimal damage to the building. A black, four-door Toyota Camry hit Century 21 Wilbur Realty, located at 548 S. Water St.,...