Friday, January 31st, 2025

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Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Christine Untrauer launched the Veterans Grave Project in Portage County to ensure every veteran, including Vietnam War soldier Willie Ross Dennis, has a marked grave. Record-Courier
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Portage County grand jury indicted two individuals from Stark County for the theft of an ATV and snowplow in Rootstown on January 24. Record-Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Aaron Gilbert achieved his 250th career victory as Garfield girls basketball coach in a win over Newton Falls. Record-Courier
- ➤ The Crestwood Red Devils’ wrestling team, comprised mostly of underclassmen, secured second place in the Chagrin Valley Conference Chagrin Division meet, showcasing their emerging talent despite being one of the youngest teams. Weekly Villager
- ➤ Akron, with a strong 15-5 record and unbeaten in eight MAC games, faces a challenging game against rival Kent State in college basketball tonight. Record-Courier
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