Kent
Daily News
Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Veteran's Grave Marker Project has identified and marked 53 unmarked veteran graves at Maple Grove Cemetery in Portage County—including World War II veterans Frank and Martha Graeser—and has found 110 more graves that do not qualify for federally provided markers. The organizer is urging state officials to change the law so that older veterans receive proper recognition. News 5 Cleveland
- ➤ On November 11, residents in Kent and Ravenna attended Veterans Day ceremonies honoring Portage County veterans despite cold and brisk winds—community groups and officials provided coffee, bagpipes, and rifle volleys as tributes were held at the courthouse lawn and near the Gateway Transit Center. Record-Courier
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire damaged a historic home at 8539 State Route 14 near Streetsboro High School on Nov. 11 and killed two dogs—firefighters said the blaze likely started from a faulty clothes dryer and caused over $55,000 in damage, leaving the home uninhabitable. Record-Courier
- ➤ On Tuesday morning, a house fire near Streetsboro High School killed two dogs and caused over $50,000 in damage as firefighters from Aurora, Mantua, Kent, Twinsburg, and Reminderville responded—officials said the blaze likely started from an unattended clothes dryer. News 5 Cleveland
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Ohio Means Jobs of Portage County and Portage County Job and Family Services will host a job fair tomorrow at 4 p.m. at Reed Memorial Library at 167 E. Main St. in Ravenna, with several employers—Longmeadow, HEPA Environmental Services, and Express Employment Professionals—expected to participate. Record-Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Ohio Scholastic Soccer Coaches Association announced its all-state teams, naming Reese Gallagher of Hoban as Division III girls Player of the Year and Jordan West of Aurora as Division III boys Player of the Year. Aurora’s Louis Kastelic was also named Division III boys Coach of the Year—recognizing his work with the team. Record-Courier
- ➤ University of Akron football scored a two-point conversion late on November 11th as Marcel Williams threw a pass to QB Ben Finley to tie the game 35—35 at home against Kent State. 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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A Creole Christmas Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Kent Stage — Tickets available — Celebrate the season with the Preservation Hall Jazz Band performing New Orleans classics and holiday favorites.
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Tusk - The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Kent Stage — $45.48 to $56.87 — Experience an electrifying tribute to Fleetwood Mac with note-perfect renditions and five seasoned musicians.
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