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Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ UPS will cut 98 part-time jobs at its sorting facility in Middleburg Heights on July 1 due to network changes caused by new tariffs. The company will reduce 20,000 jobs nationwide and close 164 facilities to save $3.5 billion this year — affected workers may be offered other positions. Record-Courier
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Portage County grand jury indicted two Akron men after deputies found drugs and a loaded gun during a traffic stop in Rootstown; both face multiple felony charges (including aggravated trafficking and improper firearm handling) and are set for a July 22 jury trial. Record-Courier
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Beginning June 1, Akron-area electricity customers using the standard service offer from companies like Ohio Edison (serving Summit and Portage counties), The Illuminating Company and AEP Ohio will see the supply portion of their bill increase by nearly 2 cents per kWh, leading to an extra $20 monthly charge for those using 1,000 kWh. Record-Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Two independent candidates, Eric Dreger (police officer) and John Kuhar (former councilman), filed petitions on Monday for Kent City Council seats in the Nov. 4 General Election, and Councilman Jack Amrhein is running unopposed for mayor after Jerry Fiala opted not to run. Record-Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Portage County high schools showed strong performances on May 5 in softball and baseball as Field beat Streetsboro 13 to 1 with standout plays from Maddie Burge, and teams like Rootstown, Cloverleaf and Highland posted important wins. Additional scores in lacrosse, tennis and track were reported, and local teams are set to compete for top league standings — officials said the results could impact conference rankings. Record-Courier
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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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