Kent
Daily News
Thursday, February 12th, 2026
Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Garfield Trail will host the third Discovering Garfield Lecture Series program 'James A. Garfield: Preacher, Principal and President' on Feb. 25 at 6:30 p.m. at Koritansky Hall at Hiram College; Dr. James Thompson will review Garfield’s local ties and leadership, with refreshments served after the talk. Weekly Villager
- ➤ Kent State student pilots log flight hours in wild winter weather at the School of Aeronautics to build skills in handling diverse conditions. The challenging environment offers practical training in harsh weather. Kent State Today
- ➤ Kent State University global education director Marcello Fantoni discussed his life changing study abroad experiences on WAKR Radio Tuesday, Feb. 10. He explained that the long running program offers over 80 courses and robust scholarships to help students gain academic and cultural exposure (including history, art, and design). Kent State Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A fireball meteor with blue and green flames streaked across the night sky on Feb. 10 and videos were shared on social media. The American Meteor Society received reports from across Ohio and nearby states. Record-Courier
- ➤ An interactive map now shows snowfall totals by address for Kent residents as Ohio experiences winter weather from clipper systems + lake-effect bands. Updated frequently since Oct. 1, the tool helps users track seasonal snow accumulation and gauge local conditions. Record-Courier
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Realtor.com data shows home prices fell in Portage County during November 2025 — the median sale price dropped from $275,000 in October to $261,200, a 5% decline. Single-family homes decreased nearly 6% while townhomes increased 4.9% and 101 sales totaled $28.8 million. Record-Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kent State took on Eastern Michigan yesterday in a key MAC game as the Golden Flashes aimed for a top-four seed and extended their winning series. The game was broadcast on Fox Sports 1350-AM & ESPN+. Record-Courier
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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.
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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.
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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'.
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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.
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First Thursday Cookie Social
10-11 a.m. — Fashion Library — Free — Enjoy sweet treats while discovering the resources of the Fashion Library.
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Kent State Golden Flashes Women's Basketball vs. Western Michigan Broncos
1-3 p.m. — Kent State – College of Education, Health, and Human Services — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of college basketball with a rivalry showdown.
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Albert Lee Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Kent Stage — Tickets available — Experience the triumphant return of legendary guitarist Albert Lee with his new album performances.
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Midnight at the Masquerade: A Murder Mystery
5:30-8 p.m. — Kent State University Hotel & Conference Center — $75 per ticket — Unravel secrets and clues in a thrilling murder mystery setting.
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