Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of December.
Good morning, Kent.
🎭 Culture
Kent State Today marked milestone *In A Flash* number 600 by posting photos captured earlier this semester that show the campus before fall colors fell and snow appeared.
Readers can submit framed, horizontal photos with a brief description to be featured in a future post.
🎓 Education
Kent State University's Giving Tuesday campaign raised over $4.5 million from donors between Nov.
1 and Dec. 2 to support 50 funds covering food, housing, athletics and education. Matching gifts and incentive boosts helped drive contributions (including legacy gifts, foundation matches and outright donations) that benefited campus and community programs.
🏈 Sports
The Garfield G-Men season begins today at 2:30 p.m. at JAG Fieldhouse in Garrettsville as Coach Matt Hill leads a new roster against Portage County rival Rootstown with Brandyn Bogucki expected to play a key role.
The team plans to use a fast-paced, gritty style.
Portage County-area high school boys basketball teams are previewing their 2025-26 season, with coaches from Aurora, Crestwood, and other schools adjusting rosters and tactics.
The previews highlight returning letterwinners and fresh talent to watch in upcoming county games.
Berkshire Badgers girls’ basketball fell 59-33 to Norwayne on Saturday in Burton, testing the young squad on their tough non-conference schedule.
Coach Dave Albert said the loss highlighted areas for improvement before they host Kirtland on Friday at 7 p.m.
🎉 Kent Events
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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.
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.
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.
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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