Good morning, Kent.

Ohio has approved Grant Street Group to let customers pay state fees with Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies—customers will pay a transaction fee like a credit card, and Frank LaRose said his office plans to be the first to offer this digital payment option.

At Good Park Golf Course on Sept.

25th, soggy conditions led Brecksville to beat Hudson by a narrow margin for the National Conference title while Kent Roosevelt secured the American Conference title with four second-place finishes. Ben Fauver earned National Conference player of the year honors by shooting a 3-under 69 and Tommy Kinder of Revere was named American Conference player of the year after a tough round.

The Garfield G-Men football team extended their conference winning streak to 17 games by defeating Champion 56 to 22 last Friday at JAG Stadium in Garrettsville.

Coach Mike Moser said the team’s fast offense and strong rushing game helped turn tailback Devin Bates’ return from injury into an important factor in the win.

Portage County high school football Week 6 ended with Garfield and Mogadore moving to 5-1 and Mike Moser earning his 100th win for the G-Men—Roosevelt, Crestwood, and other teams also recorded key victories.

Several coaches secured their first wins—James Dutched among them—as thrilling finishes marked a competitive round of games.

Portage County high school football Week 6 coverage included game previews, live scores and box scores from matchups played on September 26, with Jonah L.

Rosenblum covering Norton at Streetsboro on Friday night. The roundup compiled results from several conferences — Suburban American, Chagrin Valley and Mahoning Valley — for local football fans.

The Garfield G-Men girls cross-country team took third place and scored 100 points at the Cardinal Invitational last Saturday morning in Middlefield.

Freshman Lina Kaufman ran a season-best 19:12 finish (her second-best time) and helped show the team's steady growth.

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.

Afroman Live Concert

9 PM – 12 AM — The Burnt Pickle — Tickets starting at $89 — Experience Afroman's unforgettable performance in Kent, OH.

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.

Danjo Jazz Orchestra Performance

7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Venice Cafe — Free entry — Experience the jazzy vibes of the Danjo Jazz Orchestra for a perfect weeknight outing.

Trick or Treat on the Farm

12-3 p.m. — Pure Passions Farm — $8/person entry — Enjoy a festive day with cider, candy stations, and face painting for kids in costume.