Good morning, Kent.

Townhall II Integrated Health Network now offers free harm reduction vending machines in Kent and Ravenna during business hours; the machines provide xylazine and fentanyl test strips, naloxone and other supplies funded by the Mental Health & Recovery Board to combat rising xylazine use.

On Friday, Jan. 2, wrestlers from across Portage County competed at Garfield High School in a junior high tournament, with champions crowned in each weight class, including Hudson’s H.

Byers at 245 pounds and Reed Soika at 205 pounds.

Portage County high school sports recaps are available this week.

Results show that teams earned key wins on Monday, Jan. 5 and Tuesday, Jan. 6 — and coaches are invited to send in box scores for further updates.

Kent State men's basketball coach Senderoff earned his 300th career win as the Golden Flashes beat the Bowling Green Falcons 96-93 on Tuesday night.

Mocktail Mastery Class

3-5 p.m. — Bell Tower Brewing Co. & Kitchen — $ — Shake up your Dry January with a hands-on alcohol-free cocktail workshop.

Mrs. Roper Romp

6-8:30 p.m. — Hot Pots Pottery — $10 plus project choice — Embrace nostalgia and creativity with a Three’s Company-themed create night featuring fondue and fun.

Ohio Bobcats vs Kent State Golden Flashes Basketball

7-9 p.m. — Kent State – College of Education, Health, and Human Services — Free T-shirts — Participate in Coaches Vs. Cancer Night with giveaways and engaging community support.

Free Lunch and Campus Safety Brainstorming Session

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Design Innovation Hub — Free lunch — Discuss and shape personal security tools for students over a free meal.

Chocolate Walk 2026

11 AM - 5 PM — Kent State University Hotel & Conference Center — Tickets from $40 — Indulge in a delightful stroll sampling chocolate treats and participating in exclusive VIP tastings.