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Wednesday, January 29th, 2025

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Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Chuck Engelhart retired as Portage Park District Commissioner after 9 years, with the District now seeking new applicants for the vacancy.  Weekly Villager

CRIME NEWS

  • A Ravenna man was sentenced to inpatient care following a guilty plea for the slow-speed theft of a Kent State University vehicle, involving a police pursuit, with a mandate for probation and restitution post-treatment.  Record-Courier

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament for Teens

    A tournament for teens in grades 6-12 to compete in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, with a $25 GameStop gift card for the winner.

    Thu, 1/30/25

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  • Carlos Jones and The P.L.U.S. Band with Shake Ground

    Carlos Jones, an established figure in the reggae music scene, will perform with his band, offering high-energy music focused on positive messages.

    Fri, 1/31/25

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  • Kent Main Street Chocolate Walk 2025

    The Chocolate Walk allows participants to collect specialty chocolates from local businesses while enjoying a community event that supports downtown Kent.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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