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Tuesday, May 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Astronomers say T Coronae Borealis may soon go nova and shine as bright as Polaris, making the star visible to the naked eye from Ohio. NASA noted that the star - which last exploded in 1946 - has recently dimmed and could brighten in the next few months. Record-Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Clients who got SNAP cards after April 10 may face activation issues because of a coding error, Portage County Job and Family Services said. Replacement cards were mailed beginning April 21—clients should not request another card through Ohio Benefits or EPPIC and can visit local food banks for emergency food. Record-Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Josh Jakacki, Crestwood’s boys basketball coach for 10 seasons, stepped down on May 8 to take the Kenston job—he wanted more time with his two daughters—leaving his long-time team in Mantua. Record-Courier
- ➤ The Browns signed Kent State wide receiver Luke Floriea after his rookie minicamp tryout in Berea — the Mentor native impressed coach Kevin Stefanski with his strong work in catching and returning during the three-day event. He showed he could help meet the team's need for experienced wide receivers, especially working well with quarterback Shedeur Sanders. Record-Courier
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Art is the lie that enables us to realize the truth.
~ Pablo Picasso
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