Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of July.
Good morning, Kent.
🏘️ Community
Guido’s Pizza & Catering is holding a block party on July 19 at 12 p.m. at 214 West Main Street in Ravenna to mark its 60th anniversary (with live music, a car show, cornhole, and children's activities).
West Main Street will be closed all afternoon for the celebration.
CCC hosts diverse summer events beginning July 1 at Marty Hura Lodge in Buchert Park, from potluck picnics with a Bookmobile visit to cultural outings at Porthouse Theater and Playhouse Square, plus Book Club meetings and BBQs.
Volunteers are invited to join committees + help expand programs.
100 residents gathered at Hobbs Hall (217 N.
Mantua St.) on June 6 to hear Jessica Winchell detail a grassroots push against Bitdeer’s plan for a data center in Shalersville that would use more power than county totals; the forum highlighted petitions and tools to challenge job and tax projections.
🎓 Education
Rabbi Michael Ross recounted that his California family trip (including visits to the Reagan Library and Manzanar) reminded him of tough chapters in U.S. history and spurred reflection on the impact of past injustices.
He now uses these lessons in his work at Kent State University and Temple Beth Shalom.
At Crestwood School Board meeting, Superintendent Aireane Curtis honored four retirees for 130 years of service and celebrated the 2026 graduates with yard signs funded by local businesses.
Interim Treasurer L. Greg Slemons was named after Treasurer Katie Hoffmeister resigned, and the Board will review a levy renewal.
🏥 Health
SAFE hosts open house events for mental health support.
Visit the Streetsboro office at 9150 Market Sq. Drive, Suite 201 on Saturday, July 25 or the Akron/Fairlawn office at 3480 West Market Street, Suite 202 on Saturday, Aug. 8 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
Ohio health officials reported on July 9 that cyclosporiasis cases have doubled to 364, with Lucas County (86 cases) and Wood County (49 cases) among the worst-hit.
In Portage County, where Kent is located, only 2 cases have been reported as officials urge residents to thoroughly wash produce and hands.
📰 Lifestyle
A local resident tends an ersatz garden with potted plants, raised beds, and a potting table that grows peppers, tomatoes, fruits, and herbs — though recent wind and woodchucks have damaged supports and nibbled on Gerbera daisies while basil stays unaffected.
The garden now faces a quirky challenge to protect its harvest.
🎉 Kent Events
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Richie Furay Concert
7:30 – 10:30 PM — The Kent Stage — $36.17 to $55.52 — Celebrate the legendary career of Richie Furay as he showcases his new country album along with classic hits.
Deuce 'n a Quarter Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Kent Stage — $10.50 to $13.61 — Experience award-winning blues with Deuce 'n a Quarter as they showcase their electrifying sound.
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