Kent
Daily News
Friday, August 22nd, 2025
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Kent Daily News.
Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday at the Portage County Randolph Fair, children dressed goat Clover by putting a shirt, shorts, and two socks on him—he is known as the fastest goat in Portage County—while the quick goat often ran off during the contest. Gracie Cottrell earned a third-place ribbon and her brother Everett earned one too after switching from swimming trunks to proper shorts, keeping a long 4-H tradition alive. Record-Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Northeast Ohio Medical University is opening its new dental college today with a White Coat Ceremony at 11 a.m. and a ribbon-cutting at 12:30 p.m.—Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel will speak to welcome 52 first-year students—marking the launch of Bitonte College of Dentistry. Record-Courier
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ FDA officials issued a recall for Great Value frozen shrimp sold at Walmart in 13 states after tests found potential cesium-137 contamination linked to unsanitary processing at four U.S. ports—Kent being one of the affected areas. Consumers with packages bearing the best by date March 15, 2027 should dispose of the product as retailers and distributors are instructed to stop selling it. Record-Courier
- ➤ Axess Family Services earned national accreditation from the Council on Accreditation today, confirming its commitment to high-quality, person-centered care for individuals and families in Northeast Ohio. The accreditation follows the merger of Family & Community Services and AxessPointe Community Health Centers — a step that strengthens the agency’s ability to secure new funding and partnerships. Weekly Villager
- ➤ The Ohio Department of Health is dropping a rabies vaccine from aircraft over 11 counties in northeast Ohio to help control a rabies strain first spotted in 1996. Pet owners are advised to move any packets found in yards out of reach of dogs—using gloves to handle them—and contact a veterinarian if needed. Record-Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On August 20, Ravenna and Roosevelt leaders met at the Captains' Luncheon to stress sportsmanship and community unity before Friday's rivalry game at Portage Community Bank Stadium—coaches urged players to honor tradition and build lasting friendships. Record-Courier
- ➤ Portage County high school football for Week 1 is covered in detail—reporter Jonah L. Rosenblum provided live updates from Akron Garfield-Southeast on August 21 and from Roosevelt-Ravenna today, with scores from additional games posted online. Record-Courier
WELLNESS NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Lumineux’s teeth whitening starter set offers a peroxide-free solution, which helps fight common stains from coffee, tea, and wine without leading to tooth and gum sensitivity. The set comes with 14 whitening strips + a two-pack of whitening toothpaste, all formulated with good-for-you Dead Sea salt, coconut oil, and lemon peel oil. The Buy
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Kent Daily News.
-
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.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Brighten Your Smile, Naturally
Looking for a gentler way to whiten your teeth? Lumineux’s starter set is a peroxide-free option that helps lift stains from coffee, tea, and wine — without the usual tooth or gum sensitivity.
It comes with 14 easy-to-use whitening strips and two tubes of whitening toothpaste, so you’re all set from day one.
Made with natural ingredients like Dead Sea salt, coconut oil, and lemon peel oil, it’s a clean, effective way to boost your smile. Try it now for under $40.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Kent Daily News.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You become what you understand.
~ Naval Ravikant
About Kent Daily News
Welcome to the Kent Daily News, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Kent, Ohio community. If you like the Kent Daily News, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Kent.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Kent and across Ohio. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Kent Daily News
A free Kent community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://kentdailynews.com/sitemap