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Wednesday, May 6th, 2026

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Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Kent State University is considering laying off up to 45 employees as part of $18 million in budget cuts amid falling enrollment and reduced state funding. Details will be reviewed at the board meeting on May 20 (final figures pending).  Record-Courier

SPORTS NEWS

  • USA Today Co. Ohio released its third Super 25 high school baseball ranking on May 5, 2026 + the list shows local teams among the state’s top 25 with first-place votes valued at 25 points.  Record-Courier

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 5/8/26

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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.

    Wed, 5/20/26

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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.

    Fri, 5/22/26

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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