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Missile defense site to possibly be built near KSU main campus

Jill Golden February 2, 2019

A missile defense site may be built 20 miles east of Kent State after the U.S. Department of Defense announced it is looking to add a third location to the country’s missile defenses.A missile defense...

The polar vortex aftermath will soon melt, causing new hazards

Erin Simonek February 2, 2019

The weather in Kent was memorable and students are still defrosting from this polar vortex. While students had two days off, university and city employees spent their week at work.Davey Construction employee,...

Groundhog Day

Gene J. Puskar / AP Photo February 2, 2019

Groundhog Club co-handler Al Dereume holds Punxsutawney Phil, the weather prognosticating groundhog, in front of the crowd gathered for the 133rd celebration of Groundhog Day on Gobbler's Knob in Punxsutawney,...

Interim Assistant Dean for Systems Mike Collura explaining how the new Flash Studio is operated on Jan. 29, 2018.

Flash Studio opens door for video innovation at University Library

Maria McGinnis February 1, 2019

The new Flash Studio at Kent State’s University Library makes it possible for anyone to record video regardless of their technological skill set.The Flash Studio is equipped with a high-definition camera,...

Government shutdown leaves lasting impact on Akron family

February 1, 2019

“It’s been a wonderful life – one that I would not trade,” Akron mother Robyn Bryant said.Bryant’s daughter, Skylar Langham, was only two when her father left the family. Skylar’s mother said...

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OPINION: Criticism for Ted Bundy film misplaced

Alex Cala February 1, 2019

If you’ve been following the news at all recently, you’ve noticed Ted Bundy has suddenly become a trending topic.This is because “Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile,” a film starring Zac...

Emily Baker

Vitamins: How effective are they?

Jade Critchfield February 1, 2019

About 58 percent of undergraduate students take dietary supplements, according to a study done by the Journal of American College Health.However, nutritionists prefer that people get their vitamins through...

Freshman guard Mariah Modkins brings the ball up during the second half of Kent State's matchup against NIU on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2018. Kent State won, 87-76. 

Young Flashes use bye week to prepare for key matchup against Akron

Gina Butkovich January 31, 2019

Kent State freshman guards Asiah Dingle and Mariah Modkins are currently experiencing the longest losing streak of their collegiate careers.The Flashes are on a four-game skid, with their most recent loss...

Mark Miller, the pastor of Portage Community Chapel, walks underneath the Haymaker Parkway bridge on Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019, to drop off supplies to the people living in tent shelters in Kent. 

Hear from the people of Kent as they brave this week’s merciless cold

KentWired Staff January 30, 2019

Mark Miller doesn’t mind the cold.Bundled in his warm coat and boots, he carefully picked his way down an icy slope underneath the Haymaker Parkway bridge Tuesday night. As he lit his way with a flashlight,...

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We need them, period.

Molly Heideman January 30, 2019

USG, Women's Center-funded legislation puts free pads, tampons in campus restroomsEvery person who gets their period knows the feeling of panic and frustration when it shows up unexpectedly without having...

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OPINION: Why going to the Lakers was the worst mistake of LeBron James’ career

Dante Centofanti January 30, 2019

God knows the King isn’t perfect. He has made a fair share of mistakes over his 16-year career. Almost all of these mistakes are basketball related, but the truth is that James has had an iconic career...

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