Good morning, Kent.

Ethelyn Fitzsimmons, a Mantua resident who reached 110, died on Jan.

24; her graveside service will be held at noon Feb. 5 at Hillside Cemetery in Mantua Village.

Portage County residents can access free tax preparation via the AARP Tax-Aide program at three sites including Reed Memorial Library on Mondays, Streetsboro United Methodist Church on Wednesdays and Thursdays, and Kent United Methodist Church on Fridays + Saturdays; appointments are required and assistance will conclude in early April.

The Cavaliers traded small forward De’Andre Hunter to the Kings for guards Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis ahead of the Feb.

5 trade deadline (creating $50 million in salary and tax savings) with the deal also involving the Bulls receiving forward Dario Saric and future picks.

Akron beat rival Kent State 69-52 on Friday, Jan.

30 at Rhodes Arena as standout performances from Tavari Johnson (16 pts) and Bowen Hardman (15 pts) helped extend Akron's home winning streak to 28. The game saw a brief delay from a player illness and an early scrum.

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.

Galentine's Bouquet Making Workshop

7-9 p.m. — Bell Tower Brewing Co. — Tickets required — Craft beautiful bouquets while enjoying drinks with friends at this fun floral workshop.

Thai Yoga Massage and Reiki Workshop

6-7:30 p.m. — SHINE Ohio — Limited spots available — Experience a relaxing journey with Thai Yoga Massage and Reiki in a cozy setting.

Tinsley Ellis Acoustic Concert

7:30 p.m. — The Kent Stage — Ticket prices vary — Experience the raw essence of blues with Tinsley Ellis' intimate acoustic performance featuring his new album 'Naked Truth'.

Kent State Women's Basketball vs. Northern Illinois

2-9 p.m. — Kent State – College of Education, Health, and Human Services — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Golden Flashes take on the Huskies in an exciting women's basketball matchup.