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Thursday, September 11th, 2025
Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Nelson Garrettsville Community Cupboard will host its annual murder mystery fundraiser on Saturday, October 4 from 5 to 9 p.m. at Sugarbush Golf Club & Curtains Up Theatre will present 'Murder at the Slurp & Burp Oktoberfest' with a dinner featuring Sophie’s Pierogies, bratwurst, chicken, and more while ticket sales help support local families during the holiday season. Weekly Villager
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Viega Manufacturing opened its new facility at Turnpike Commerce Center in Mantua last Thursday morning—this project took 2½ years of work by Shalersville Township and Streetsboro, and the plant has already shipped its first product with plans for a second shift soon. Weekly Villager
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Conservative influencer Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA and leader of the Kent chapter, was fatally shot in the neck during an event at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10—his death leaves campus members mourning his influence and asking for privacy for his family. Record-Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ohio saw a surge in homeschooling as about 53,000 students were taught at home during the 2023-24 school year, which surpassed the 51,500 students during the COVID spike—state data shows. Experts said the trend began before the pandemic and will continue to grow slowly as parents seek to tailor education to their children. Record-Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting Sept. 30, 2025, Ohio will require porn websites to use a third-party service to check users' IDs and transaction records to confirm they are 18 or older—data that will be deleted after verification. Lawmakers added this rule to the state budget to help keep explicit content away from minors. Record-Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Waterloo girls soccer beat Garfield 3-0 on Sept. 10. Sophomore Koralee Jenior—along with senior Bayley English—discussed the team’s first goal during the win. Record-Courier
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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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Ohio Bobcats vs. Kent State Golden Flashes Women's Volleyball
6-9 p.m. — Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling showdown as the Ohio Bobcats face off against the Kent State Golden Flashes in women's volleyball.
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Afroman Live Concert
9 PM – 12 AM — The Burnt Pickle — Tickets starting at $89 — Experience Afroman's unforgettable performance in Kent, OH.
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