Kent
Daily News
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Windham Police Department will be at Dollar General (9132 N. Main St.) for its annual fill-a-cruiser event on Dec. 7 from 2 to 4 p.m., accepting new, unwrapped toys, makeup, hygiene products and monetary donations for school-age children. Santa and friends will appear at the event to greet donors and allow photo submissions. Record-Courier
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gun season opened on Dec. 1 for all Ohio deer hunters after a youth-only weekend—hunters must follow lower bag limits in counties affected by a deadly deer disease with the season ending at sunset on Dec. 7. Record-Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tire chains are legal in Ohio and Kentucky—Ohio law permits their use with retractable studs from Nov. 1 to April 15 and Kentucky law requires chains to be no thicker than three-quarters of an inch, spaced 10 inches apart, and used with tires at least 6 inches wide. Drivers are advised to limit their speed to 25 mph to avoid damage to their vehicles and the chains. Record-Courier
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Experts warn that shoveling snow can strain the heart — adults over 45 or with heart risks should use proper tools, take frequent breaks, and ask neighbors for help as snowfall increases across Ohio. Residents are told to stop shoveling and call 911 if they experience chest pain, lightheadedness, or heart palpitations. Record-Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Kent State Men's Basketball team, with a 7-1 record, extended their win streak to seven by defeating Penn State Shenango 123-59 on Saturday night. Kent State Today
- ➤ Portage County high school basketball recaps from December 1st to 7th show Roosevelt winning with a 36-point effort from Claire VanDamme—Crestwood and Hubbard also secured big wins while coaches are invited to submit upcoming box scores. Record-Courier
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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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Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band Live
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Kent Stage — Tickets available — Experience a night of rootsy, country blues from one of the greatest porch bands in the world.
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