Kent
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Tuesday, December 9th, 2025
Good morning, Kent. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Shepherd’s House in Ravenna Township is serving as a warming center at 2646 State Route 59 until Dec. 15 as cold temperatures fall. The center operates nightly from 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. and provides hot meals, blankets, and basic supplies (donations and volunteers are welcome). Record-Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, Dec. 8, Kent State celebrated 75 years when the Golden Flashes men’s basketball team won 96-84 over the Austin Peay Governors at the Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center. Kent State President Todd Diacon received a commemorative floorboard marking the milestone. Kent State Today
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Dec. 8, 2025, eight local high school football standouts from Mogadore and Rootstown earned all-state honors for Divisions VI and VII with strong plays in rushing, receiving, and defense. Their key performances boosted team success and added to local school pride. Record-Courier
- ➤ Portage County high school sports recaps report scores from Dec. 8-14, covering basketball, bowling, hockey, swimming and wrestling. The recaps note standout players from teams like Roosevelt, Mogadore and Badger, offering a clear snapshot of recent athletic results. Record-Courier
- ➤ Kent State will open its 2026 football season at South Carolina on Saturday, Sept. 5, marking only the second meeting between the teams since a record 77 to 14 loss in 1995+ the game continues the Flashes' run of facing an SEC opponent every season since 2018. Record-Courier
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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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