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Friday, July 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brittany Dye was approved by the Board of Education as Crestwood’s new Athletic Director on July 8 and returns from Hiram College to lead local sports programs. As a 2005 Crestwood graduate and former multi-sport athlete, Dye said her new role gives her more time with her three children + a chance to support coaches and student-athletes. Weekly Villager
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Brimfield Township is seeking a new fiscal officer as John Dalziel retires on Aug. 1 after 19 years in the role—he said his growing business needs required more focus. A committee of township and county officials will review three applications to select an interim officer until April 2028—candidates must run for election in November if they want to continue. Record-Courier
- ➤ Ohio will have a two-week sales tax holiday starting Aug. 1 and ending Aug. 14, when nearly all items costing $500 or less—including food, clothing and electronics—will be tax free; online orders that meet the criteria will also be exempt. Officials say the extended holiday will help families get ready for back-to-school. Record-Courier
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Kent Brain Day 5K 2025
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