Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of October.
Good morning, Kent.
🏘️ Community
Rusty the light orange kitten is settling in well in Kent as he has followed neighbors and a postal worker and even joined a kitty yoga session at 8:30 on Saturday.
He will visit the vet on Monday (to ensure his health) while residents (who help guide him) return him safely when he roams.
💼 Business
Bent Tree Coffee installed a new overhead crane that safely lifts 150-pound coffee bags at its roastery on North Mantua Street in Kent—most of the $30,000 upgrade came from a $25,000 grant from JobsOhio and Team NEO and improves workflow while setting the stage for future growth.
The system was built and installed by PWI to reduce workplace injury for the team.
🎓 Education
Derrick Tindimwebwa is a sophomore construction management major from Kampala, Uganda—he joined Kent State because his father's ties introduced him to the community and now he directs undergraduate student government involvement.
He also plays rugby and secured his first construction management internship, showing his growing role on campus.
🏥 Health
At Garfield High School, the Vincent Foundation launched a program to raise mental health awareness when the freshman class gathered for a speaker event honoring 1997 graduate Dan Vincent.
Pittsburgh-based author Jordan Corcoran led the talk+ she shared her own battles with anxiety and urged students to seek help.
🏈 Sports
The Streetsboro Rockets won 49-3 over Ravenna last Friday at Portage Community Bank Stadium — extending their winning streak in the Battle of Lake Rockwell rivalry.
Coach Pete Thompson said the team adjusted its offense against a stacked defense, and Streetsboro will host Field at Rockets Stadium Friday at 7 p.m.
Aurora won its third straight high school football game with a 42-14 win over Roosevelt as Board and McGovern led scoring—Chagrin Falls rallied from a 14-point deficit to beat Rootstown 31-24 in a tight contest.
Crestview also beat Garfield 42-20—other local games saw teams like Streetsboro and Mogadore secure wins.
Week 9 high school football coverage in Portage County included team previews, live scores, and detailed updates from local matchups on October 17.
Jonah L. Rosenblum covered the Crestview-Garfield contest as teams competed for the MVAC Gray Tier title—other local varsity programs were urged to submit box scores for the roundup.
🎉 Kent Events
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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.
Northern Illinois Huskies vs Kent State Golden Flashes Women's Volleyball
6-9 p.m. — Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting women's volleyball matchup live from Kent State.
Northern Illinois Huskies vs. Kent State Golden Flashes Women's Volleyball
4-7 p.m. — Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center — Tickets available — Watch the action unfold as the Huskies battle the Golden Flashes in women's volleyball.
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