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Friday, June 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police ticketed at least four drivers who drove past a 'Road Closed' sign into high water on State Route 303 between Hudson and Streetsboro on Thursday morning—drones later found two vehicles stuck in the floodwaters. FOX8
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Portage County Historical Society is hosting its summer open house on June 28 from 1 to 4 p.m. at 6549 N. Chestnut St. in Ravenna where visitors can tour historic sites and view a new Carter House entrance—raffle tickets and memberships will be available—while planning is underway for the 75th anniversary in June 2026. Record-Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ High school seniors from Summit, Stark, Medina, Portage, Wayne and Holmes counties were named as part of the annual Star Students program, which recognizes strong academics, leadership and community involvement. Guidance counselors nominated students and a panel of judges—comprising educators and public service experts—selected the top honors among the nominees. Record-Courier
- ➤ After graduating from Crestwood High School and Maplewood Career Center, Ethan Thompson is preparing to represent Portage County at the SkillsUSA Championship in Atlanta from June 23 to June 27—he advanced after winning first place in the industrial motor control section at the state competition on March 18. Thompson will face in-depth testing, including written exams and hands-on challenges as an industrial electrician. Weekly Villager
SPORTS NEWS
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Annual Putt Around Downtown
12-5 p.m. — Laziza — $15 entry — Family fun meets local businesses in this unique putt putt golf event throughout downtown Kent.
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Dan Smith Community Park Concert – Time Machine
6-8 p.m. — Dan Smith Community Park — Free entry — Experience a delightful evening of free live music from local bands in a community setting.
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Kent Heritage Festival
10 AM – 3 PM — Main Street Kent — Free entry — Enjoy live music, kids' activities, local food trucks, and a classic car show at this community celebration.
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Northeast Ohio Dachshund Picnic
12-4 p.m. — Fred Fuller Park — Donation of dog food requested — Celebrate all things dachshund with vendors, contests, and food while supporting rescue efforts.
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Whimsical Witches Market
11 AM – 6 PM — Acorn Alley — Free entry — Explore mystical vendors and magical goods in a spellbinding atmosphere.
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