Kent
Daily News
Thursday, November 6th, 2025
Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kent Fire Department will hold a push-in ceremony on November 7 at 10:30 a.m. at Station 2, 418 N. Mantua St.—community members will help push the new fire engine into the bay following a tradition from when fire vehicles were drawn by horses. Record-Courier
- ➤ Portage Foundation reactivated its Rapid Response Fund to provide urgent grants to local nonprofits+ public agencies so families can get food and essential services as SNAP benefits may pause amid a potential federal shutdown. Local providers are preparing for a surge in need with many Ohioans relying on the program. Record-Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kent State University students can choose from a range of spring electives, from weather studies to digital machine knitting, and are urged to use advising services early to align their schedule with their goals+advisors encourage sharing personal interests for the best course match. Kent State Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Veterans Day is a federal holiday on Nov. 11 that will close federal offices, state services, banks, and post offices; ATMs, digital banking, and major delivery services continue on schedule—local trash pickup and school hours may vary. Record-Courier
- ➤ Portage County's Job and Family Services is working with partners to help residents get food after SNAP benefits were paused on Nov.1 due to a federal shutdown. The agency will provide extra help today with a drive-thru food pantry in Ravenna and a pop-up event in Garrettsville—local organizations also offer additional support. Record-Courier
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream announced a voluntary recall of Haagen-Dazs chocolate dark chocolate mini bars sold at Kroger and Giant Eagle after it was found they may contain undeclared wheat that can cause allergic reactions. People with wheat allergies are urged to return or discard the recalled 6-count product (batch code LLA519501 with Best By January 31) for a refund. Record-Courier
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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.
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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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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.
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MSK Holiday 5K
9:30 a.m. — Bell Tower Brewing Co. & Kitchen — $30 registration — Join a fun-filled 5K run/walk with a beer glass, gift card and festive spirit.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.
~ Benjamin Franklin
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