Kent
Daily News
Friday, August 29th, 2025
Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A portion of Richardson Street in Ravenna Township will be renamed for community activist Beatrice Mitchell, who helped bring sewer and water services to the McElrath Allotment. A ceremony will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Aug. 30 at the Mitchell-McClelland Ballfield (with backup at the King-Kennedy Center at 6660 Garfield Road). Record-Courier
- ➤ This Labor Day, the Nelson Ledges Race Track will host the Second Annual Zach Peterson Memorial Scholarship Car Show from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.—a community event honoring Zach’s memory with classic cars, motorcycles, tractors, a raffle for a 1961 Chevy Corvair, and family fun that will raise funds for student scholarships. Weekly Villager
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The updated COVID-19 vaccines approved by the FDA will be available in Ohio this season for seniors 65+ or younger people with high-risk conditions—those who do not meet these criteria should speak with their healthcare provider. Moderna will remain available for children six months and older and Novavax for those 12 and up, while Pfizer will not be given to children under 5. Record-Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Cardinal Huskies volleyball team remained undefeated after sweeping Garfield 25-22, 26-24, and 25-22 last Saturday in Middlefield—marking their first win against the team since 2020. The Huskies, now 3-0, will next face Fairport Harding on Sep. 2 at 6:30 p.m. Weekly Villager
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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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Aurora Car Show
12-3 p.m. — Aurora Sunny Lake Park — Free to participate and attend — Showcase your vehicle and enjoy delicious food from Birdie's Food Truck.
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Reiki Level One Certification Course
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — SHINE Ohio — Tuition required — Become a certified Reiki practitioner and empower yourself with self-healing techniques.
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