Kent
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Thursday, September 18th, 2025
Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The store at 6821 Wakefield Road in Hiram used to be Maggie’s & More and now is called the M.O.R.E. Café, where workers with disabilities get a chance to learn and serve treats like donuts, coffee, and bubble tea. The cafe is open Tuesday through Sunday and offers online ordering — a new option for local customers. Weekly Villager
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kent State University welcomed its Class of 2029 with over 4,023 new first-year students, including many first-generation and international students, who joined a campus community of 24,930. Across all eight campuses, total enrollment reached more than 33,300—marking another year of strong growth. Kent State Today
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Akron native Lamar Sperling, a former Ohio Mr. Football from Archbishop Hoban, is working hard as a redshirt sophomore for the Buffalo Bulls after recovering from a high-ankle sprain—he made a key special teams play in the win over Kent State. He stays focused on earning more playing time—hoping to help his team win future games. Record-Courier
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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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Vintage Ceramic Tree Painting Event
11 AM – 1 PM — Acorn & Evergreen Floral Studio — Bring your own beverage — Create a unique vintage ceramic tree to add a festive touch to your home decor.
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