Kent
Daily News
Thursday, August 14th, 2025
Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Anna Maria of Aurora will host its 16th Annual Charity Car Show on Saturday, August 16 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.—a free event that features classic cars, hot rods, live music by Soundwave, food trucks, and vehicle awards to raise funds for the Alzheimer’s Association with hopes to surpass last year’s $24,000 total. Weekly Villager
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A three-vehicle crash on SR 261 in Kent killed Akron motorcyclist Shaun Phelps on August 12 when a Subaru Outback (making a left turn) collided with his motorcycle and spun to hit a Toyota Camry, and Kent EMS took the Subaru driver to a local hospital. Record-Courier
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rootstown grad Sam Kropp was crowned the first Voice of Ravenna winner on Saturday at the West Main Street Winery in Ravenna—she performed songs by Carrie Underwood and Miley Cyrus and beat out top competitors. She will join the Ravenna Rocks Board next year to help plan the next show and present her successor with the trophy. Weekly Villager
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Kent State vs. Buffalo Football Game
12-2 p.m. — Dix Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Witness an exciting football showdown between the Kent State Golden Flashes and the Buffalo Bulls.
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The cure for pain is in the pain.
~ Rumi
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