Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of February.
Good morning, Kent.
Ohio Lottery officials introduced Millionaire for Life after Lucky for Life ended on Feb.
21. The new game offers a top prize of $1 million a year for life with nine ways to win in nightly drawings at 11:15 p.m., and tickets cost ($5) each.
A six-planet parade featuring Mercury, Venus, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus & Jupiter is set to light up the sky on Feb.
28 after sunset. Viewers in Ohio are encouraged to use binoculars at dark sky spots like Geauga Observatory Park and Fry Family Park for the best view.
Kent State women's basketball won 80-61 over Akron on Feb.
24 and is gearing up for today's 6 p.m. game at Massachusetts (the first of four tough MAC contests) as the team aims to secure a tournament spot.
The Browns hired veteran coach Dom Capers as a senior defensive assistant.
Capers, who started coaching at Kent State — and has since served with several NFL teams — brings extensive experience to support his new role.
Kent State's Rob Whaley Jr. hit a game-winning jumper with three-tenths of a second left to secure an 83-81 win over Central Michigan in a tightly contested match.
First Thursday Cookie Social
10-11 a.m. — Fashion Library — Free — Enjoy sweet treats while discovering the resources of the Fashion Library.
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.
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.
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.
Learn Mahjong
2:30-5:30 p.m. — Nauti Vine Winery — Fun event — Master Mahjong with friends while learning strategies in a relaxed atmosphere.
St. Patrick's Day Celebration at The Getaway Pub
7-11 p.m. — The Getaway Pub — No cover charge — Wear your green and enjoy live music from Chris Platis and Acid Raincoat while mingling with fellow social group members.
Bunnies and Brews
7-9:30 p.m. — Kent Student Center — $5 donation — Discover glowing eggs and enjoy an adults-only dessert reception with drinks in support of scholarships.
Seed Starting Workshop
3 PM — Bell Tower Brewing Co. — Ticket required — Learn sustainable farming practices and start your garden with herbs and tomatoes.
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