Good morning, Kent.

Temporary food pantries will start in Portage County in May, with the first running Thursday from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Portage County Health District on 999 E.

Main Street in Ravenna - others will be held on May 19 at Northeast Ohio Medical University in Rootstown - and on May 21 at Kent State University's Dix Stadium in Kent.

Kent firefighters rescued a woman who fell into the Cuyahoga River early Tuesday after she slipped while dipping her feet in the water and reached an island—where the Portage County Dive Team joined the effort—south of West Main Street around 3:30 a.m.

Kent State University students at the May 4 Visitors Center guide local visitors through exhibits that explain the impact of the May 4 protests and their lasting effect on today's politics.

The student guides carefully research and share personal insights to help visitors connect past events with current issues.

PBS Western Reserve said a government rescission package plans to cut the federal funds that make up 22% of its budget—threatening programs like preschool education and emergency alerts.

Congress may vote on the cuts as early as May 5 and local supporters are urged to call their legislators—helping to keep public media free.

Ohio's SSI recipients will receive two checks in May 2025 – one on May 1 for May and one on May 30 for June since the June payment is moved early because June 1 falls on a weekend.

The Portage County Engineers Office will resurface more than 10 miles of county roads in Franklin, Ravenna, Shalersville, Mantua, Nelson and Windham townships later in 2025.

Ronyak Paving won a $1.4 million bid and will start paving in early May with work finishing in August—drivers on Lake Rockwell, Parkman and Peck Roads may face delays.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.