Good morning, Kent.

The spotted lanternfly is an invasive insect from Asia that was first found in Ohio in 2020 and now damages local plants by leaving a sticky substance that attracts pests & encourages mold growth.

Residents are urged to crush the bugs or egg masses and report sightings outside quarantine areas to protect gardens and trees.

Labor Day is a federal holiday on Monday, September 1 that will close banks, postal services except for Priority Mail, and financial markets while delaying trash pickup in major Ohio cities; some stores such as Costco will be closed while others like Walmart will remain open with regular hours.

Estate Planning 101 Workshop

5:30-6:30 p.m. — PBS Western Reserve — Free entry — Learn essential steps for estate planning with expert guidance from attorney Dan Gibbons.

Home Heritage Summer Concert Series

7-9 p.m. — Hometown Bank Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy a lively performance by the Danjo Jazz Orchestra in downtown Kent.

Kent State Run

9 PM - 1 AM — Water Street Tavern — Registration fee applies — A scenic run through downtown Kent and campus culminating in a post-race celebration.