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Friday, May 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Portage County jury convicted Kent man Albert Carmen DiTomaso for driving under the influence on January 22 when his car hit a Spectrum truck—killing his friend William A. Williams and seriously injuring the truck driver. Record-Courier
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The School of Peace and Conflict Studies unveiled the 'Visualizing Peace, a work in progress' mural ahead of Sunday's 55th observance of the Kent State shootings that killed four people and injured nine others. The artwork, created by young artists under the guidance of Vickie Boatright of BZTAT Studios, aims to spark dialogue on overcoming conflict + chaos. FOX8
- ➤ On April 22, 2025, Dan Rager spoke at the James A Garfield Historical Society event where he explained how Northeast Ohio's interurban railway and electric transportation systems helped people travel and shared stories of the systems' decline after the flood of 1913. Attendees learned about key stops like Hiram and Garrettsville and the eventual end of the era by 1925. Weekly Villager
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On May 4, 1970, over 3,000 Kent State students gathered on the Commons to protest the Vietnam War and the National Guard's presence, which used tear gas then fired live rounds—killing four students and wounding nine. Record-Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Roosevelt baseball edged Aurora 2-1 in extra innings on Wednesday afternoon, as Record-Courier staff writer Jonah L. Rosenblum covered the game. Record-Courier
- ➤ The new OHSAA high school football divisions for 2025 show that Mogadore moved to Division VII for the first time since 2016 due to enrollment changes—other local teams in Aurora, Roosevelt, Field, Ravenna, Streetsboro, Garfield, Southeast, Rootstown, Waterloo and Windham remained in their previous divisions. This adjustment affects only Mogadore while the rest of the Portage County teams keep their established competitive placements. Record-Courier
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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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Matteo Mancuso Live Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Kent Stage — Ticket prices available — Experience the musical journey of a young guitar prodigy blending jazz and fusion.
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