Good morning, Kent.

Since May 26, Towner’s Woods Park has been closed for planned renovations that will upgrade the historic Brady Interlocking Railroad Switch Tower, move part of the Portage Hike and Bike Trail, add restrooms and a parking area, and improve safety—work expected to last about two months with more projects later.

Residents and workers in a half-mile radius near the Akron Water Plant facility in Franklin Township sheltered indoors on June 3 after a chemical mix-up produced chlorine gas; three people were transported to the hospital while officials confirmed the water supply remained safe.

Five Rwandan students selected from 2,600 applicants at Kent State made their first flights on June 3 at the university airport.

They are training to become pilots for RwandAir and represent their families with pride.

Ohio and Kentucky do not set a minimum age to leave kids home alone, so parents must judge a child's readiness based on maturity.

Experts advise creating a safety plan, preparing easy meals, and scheduling activities while informing a neighbor or family member — recommendations from state child safety guidelines.

Local athletes are set to compete at the state track meet at Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium today, with events running through Sunday (June 7).

The schedule features relays, hurdles, and jumps where competitors will advance from semifinals to finals.

Junior Gracie Hoskin (a standout player) discussed the key double play that helped secure Field Softball's regional semifinal win over Lakeview.

Her remarks give fans a closer look at the moment that turned the game.

Seniors MJ Shellenbarger and Rylee Clark discussed Mogadore softball's run to the Division VI regional championship game in a recent interview, sharing key moments from the season.

Their talk highlighted the team’s effort and progress throughout the year.

Senior Lilli Sutkowy discussed Field softball's first state berth after a 15 to 5 win against West Geauga in the regional title game.

The team now prepares for its state championship contest.