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Friday, April 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ For 49 years, Valley Save-A-Pet has provided low cost spay/neuter services to help manage pet populations and is now accepting applications for its 2025 VSAP Have-A-Heart program — phone lines are open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and the first Saturday of each month at 440232PETS2287. Weekly Villager
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Every building in the James A. Garfield Local School District received the Purple Star designation from the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce to honor its support for military-connected students and families—district officials held a student cookout on April 23 and a family celebration during baseball and softball games on April 24 in honor of Military Family Appreciation Month. Weekly Villager
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Ohio BMV will extend its hours until 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 26 and Saturday, May 3 to help drivers get REAL IDs before the May 7 TSA enforcement—more than half of Ohio licenses are already compliant. Record-Courier
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Minority Health Conversation will focus on nutrition, health, and heart disease tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Kent United Church of Christ (1400 E. Main St.), featuring Carmen Blakely (associate professor at Kent State University) who will explain key dietary measures for reducing heart risks. Record-Courier
- ➤ Portage County will host National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday to let residents safely dispose of expired and unused prescription medications. Drop boxes are available at locations including Kent Police Department — where only prescription drugs may be dropped off and free naloxone kits and fentanyl test strips will be offered at select sites. Record-Courier
SPORTS NEWS
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JustDeeDeeMusic Live at North Water Brewing Company
7 PM - 1 AM — North Water Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy acoustic tunes in a great atmosphere with fantastic beer.
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Acorn Alley's Earth Day Market
12-6 p.m. — Acorn Alley — Free entry — Celebrate Earth Day with a lively market featuring handmade goods and eco-friendly crafts.
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Noah Reid Live Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Kent Stage — Tickets from $41 — Enjoy an evening of live music with Noah Reid in an intimate setting.
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What's Popping Conference 2025
2 PM - 12 PM — Kent State University Hotel & Conference Center — General Admission required — Explore the world of cake pops with workshops, competitions, and vendor interactions.
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City of Invention Concert
6-9 p.m. — Water Street Tavern — Free entry — Enjoy the soulful harmonies of this Kent-based independent band blending woodsy rock and heartfelt lyrics.
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Dark Side of the Moon Tribute
7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Kent Stage — $22.50 to $27.50 — Experience the enchanting sounds of Pink Floyd as they come to life through a thrilling tribute performance.
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Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group
2:30 p.m. — Kent Free Library — Free entry — A safe space for caregivers to share experiences and receive support.
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