Kent
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Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ St. Joseph Church in Mantua will host a free clothing and diaper giveaway for families in need from 9 a.m. until noon May 16 at its St. Joseph School classroom, with future events scheduled for Aug. 8 and Nov. 14. Record-Courier
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hattie Larlham has launched a $17.2 million capital campaign to expand its center for children with disabilities at 9772 Diagonal Road in Mantua, adding a new 10,051 sqft respiratory wing + renovating therapy and living areas to support 124 residents. Fundraising is underway in the public phase of the campaign. Record-Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Portage County high school sports recaps cover games played from May 11 through May 17 with baseball and softball featuring walk-off wins and sectional titles (including Field’s extra-inning win over Cloverleaf and Mogadore’s clinching title), while coaches are asked to submit box scores. Record-Courier
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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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