Kent
Daily News
Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ After a large meteor exploded on March 17, more fireball meteors were caught on camera in Northeast Ohio on March 22 and 23+ prompting searches in Medina County for fragments. Record-Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ohio law prohibits most open burning in unincorporated areas from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. during March, April, May, October and November to lower wildfire risk; exemptions allow fires in plowed fields at least 200 ft from flammable vegetation, and local fire departments may enforce stricter rules. Record-Courier
- ➤ Nichols Road in Freedom Township will close from 7 a.m., March 30 to 3:30 p.m., April 3 for a culvert replacement as announced by the Portage County Engineer's Office for the section between Anderson and Streeter roads. Record-Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ravenna senior CJ Ross and Southeast junior Cohen Richardson were named all-state honors on March 25; Ross became the first in his school's history to earn first team all-state (Division IV), while Richardson received second team all-state in Division V. Nine local players were honored across four divisions. Record-Courier
- ➤ Fans in Kent can watch Cleveland Guardians games on Guardians TV, MLB.TV, and CLEGUARDIANS.TV, with the season opener happening today in Seattle and the home opener on April 3 at 4:10 p.m. in Northeast Ohio — cable channels remain unchanged while streaming prices are set for the season. Record-Courier
- ➤ Kent State forward Magnus Entenmann announced on March 24 his plan to enter the NCAA transfer portal; the portal opens Monday, April 7 (15 days available) for players seeking a transfer. Record-Courier
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First Thursday Cookie Social
10-11 a.m. — Fashion Library — Free entry — Enjoy a sweet treat while discovering the resources available at the Fashion Library.
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Sine Caterva & Sunset Drive Concert
8-11:59 p.m. — The Matinee — $5 presale / $10 at the door — Experience indie funk-folk and jam sounds from two vibrant Kent bands in Highland Square.
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Easter Plant Bingo Night
7 PM – 9 PM — Acorn & Evergreen Floral Studio — BYOB welcome — Celebrate Easter with plants, prizes, and springtime fun in a lively greenhouse atmosphere.
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Brain Break: Run Away From Your Stress 5k
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Kent State University Cunningham Hall — Registration fee required — Participate in a fun run to support mental health awareness and enjoy scenic routes on campus.
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Doug Tallamy Presents: 'How Can I Help?' Saving Nature with Your Yard
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — SEED Campus - Davey Tree Expert Company — Free entry — Learn how your yard can make a big difference in preserving nature with Doug Tallamy's insights.
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