Kent
Daily News
Monday, May 4th, 2026
Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Meijer Supercenter will open a 159,000 sqft store May 6 at 6 a.m. on the former Geauga Lake site in Bainbridge Township (near Aurora), featuring pharmacy, groceries, pet, clothing and fresh foods in a 332-acre joint economic development district. Record-Courier
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ An exhibition celebrating Dean Kahler’s legacy of activism is on view at the May 4 Visitors Center until Aug. 21. Launched on Apr. 30 — his 76th birthday eve — the display features personal items, archival photos and local student artwork linking his 1970 experience to today’s community. Kent State Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ohio's back-to-school tax holiday runs from midnight Friday, Aug. 7 to 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9; shoppers can buy clothing under $75 + school supplies and instructional materials under $20 without paying sales tax, though restaurant meals are not included. Record-Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After winning Game 7 on May 3, the Cavs face the Pistons in the Eastern Conference semifinals; Game 1 is set for 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 5 in Detroit (televised on Peacock/NBC Sports Network). Record-Courier
- ➤ The Cavaliers and Raptors will play a winner-take-all Game 7 at Rocket Arena today at 7:30 p.m., and the home team holds a winning streak while Raptors forward Ingram is downgraded to doubtful with Quickley remaining out for the series. Record-Courier
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Plant Bingo for Moms
7-9 p.m. — Acorn & Evergreen Floral Studio — BYOB, donations welcomed — Play bingo, win plants, and support moms in need while having fun.
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An Evening With Michael Martin Murphey
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Kent Stage — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic sounds of Michael Martin Murphey, a legend of Country and Western music.
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Ekoostik Hookah Live Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Kent Stage — Ticket prices vary — Experience an eclectic mix of folk, psychedelic rock, and blues with Ekoostik Hookah.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ George Bernard Shaw
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