Kent
Daily News
Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Amazon announced plans to hire 11,000 seasonal, part-time and full-time workers in Ohio for the holiday season—seasonal roles pay an average of over $19 per hour while regular positions pay about $23 per hour. Job listings will be posted weekly through December on Amazon's local jobs site. Record-Courier
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Comet Lemmon and Comet SWAN came closest to Earth yesterday, with Lemmon passing within 56 million miles and SWAN coming within 24 million miles—experts said dark sky areas are best for watching despite some moonlight. People can still see Lemmon every evening from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and may spot SWAN near the Sagittarius group after sunset. Record-Courier
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ohio has three venomous snakes—the timber rattlesnake, copperhead, and endangered massasauga rattlesnake—that rarely bite but help control pests; caution comes after an Australian boy died from a venomous bite when he was told to 'sleep it off.' Record-Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ If the government shutdown continues, about 1.4 million Ohioans will lose their monthly food payments starting Nov 1—Gov. DeWine and state Rep. Humphrey warn that families may face hard choices between groceries and other essentials. Record-Courier
- ➤ Federal workers affected by the government shutdown received food from the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank on Oct. 20 and 21 as a Massillon couple funded the distribution to help unpaid staff manage bills. Operations at the Akron-Canton Airport were not disrupted as TSA agents, air traffic controllers, and other federal workers kept services running — ensuring safety. Record-Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Oct. 18, Rootstown won the Division V girls soccer sectional final when senior Cloe Bengtson scored the 58th-minute goal to give her team a 1-0 win over Garfield—she also guided her teammates with clear calls on defense. Coach Jasmine Kemp praised Bengtson for her leadership as she helped the team stay organized throughout a tight match. Record-Courier
- ➤ Portage County high school cross country teams and individuals have qualified for the upcoming regional race in Boardman — the list details runners from various divisions in both boys’ and girls’ categories. Record-Courier
- ➤ The Browns won 31 to 6 against the Dolphins on Oct. 19, but their record is only 2 to 5 and they now prepare to travel to New England to face the Patriots. The win raised questions about whether they can keep up strong play, boost offensive production, and turn takeaways into more wins—challenges they must overcome in the coming game. Record-Courier
-
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.
-
Central Michigan Chippewas vs. Kent State Golden Flashes Football
7-8:30 p.m. — Dix Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling college football showdown between Central Michigan and Kent State.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is the product of daily habits—not once-in-a-lifetime transformations.
~ James Clear
About Kent Daily News
Welcome to the Kent Daily News, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Kent, Ohio community. If you like the Kent Daily News, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Kent.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Kent and across Ohio. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Kent Daily News
A free Kent community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://kentdailynews.com/sitemap