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The independent news website of The Kent Stater & TV2

KentWired

Martin Barre of Jethro Tull performs at The Kent Stage

Lex Ogilvie, Reporter June 9, 2023

Martin Barre, lead guitarist of the British rock band Jethro Tull, kicked off his new tour, “A Brief History of Tull,” on June 7 at The Kent Stage. He was joined by Dan Crisp on vocals and guitar,...

‘This bill is not a solution’: Kent State faculty react to Senate Bill 83

Aden Graves, Reporter June 7, 2023

Since Senate Bill 83, or the Ohio Higher Education Enhancement Act, was passed by the Ohio Senate May 17, several Kent State faculty members are expressing their thoughts on the bill and what it could...

Kent police make arrest in connection to Flash Vapes armed robbery

Leah Shepard, Managing Editor June 6, 2023

Kent police have arrested a suspect in connection to an armed robbery at Flash Vapes in Kent that occurred May 28.  The suspect, a 17-year-old male from Brimfield township, was charged with second-degree...

The art and wine festival takes over N. Main St. downtown.

Artists and vendors take to downtown for Kent’s annual Art and Wine Festival

Leah Shepard, Reporter June 4, 2023

Artists, vendors and musicians flooded N. Main Street for Kent’s annual Art and Wine Festival Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The event featured 13 wineries, 50 local artists and seven music acts in...

Elizabeth, an employee of The Battleground, wipes down the bar. The Battleground is a Mexican restaurant and social justice taproom.

The Battleground: Culture, community, social justice beer

Francesca Malinky, Reporter June 4, 2023

At 425 Cherry St in Kent, a blue building donning a large tree mural is the home to The Battleground. The dining room greets customers with bright colors and wooden floors, including yellow upholstered...

Recent Kent State graduate promotes mental health through business startup

Kayla Gleason, Reporter June 1, 2023

Ryan Marotta, a recent Kent graduate, started a clothing business this past year that works to spread mental health awareness and positive messages. The clothing includes fashion for people of all ages,...

Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month comes to a close, celebrates diverse cultures and contributions

Andrew Wise, Reporter May 31, 2023

The month of May marks Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage (AAPI) Month. As it ends, community members reflect on the celebration of diverse cultures. AAPI Month is marked by a series of events and...

Judge denies bond modification request of Kent State student arrested on rape charges

Leah Shepard, Managing Editor May 31, 2023

Kent State student McCoy Watkins, who was arrested on two counts of first-degree felony rape in April, will remain under house arrest until his trial in June, a common pleas court judge ruled Wednesday...

Kent Police ask public for help in identifying armed robbery suspect

Erin Sullivan, Reporter May 29, 2023

The Kent Police Department asks the public for help in identifying the suspect who allegedly robbed Flash Vapes at gunpoint Saturday evening. According to police and surveillance footage, the suspect...

Police respond to armed robbery at Flash Vapes.

Shelter in place on Kent Campus: armed robbery suspect on the run

Erin Sullivan, Reporter May 27, 2023

A Flash Alert was sent out Saturday evening urging students to shelter in place on Kent State’s Main Campus after an armed robbery at Flash Vapes on Main Street in Kent.  The advisory said that the...

Kent State ROTC Students to Lead Memorial Day Parade

Evelyn, Willett May 27, 2023

In an event featuring classic cars and candy, Kent State’s ROTC students will lead the Memorial Day parade to honor past and present veterans for the American Legion. This year’s parade is expected...

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New Kent State art exhibit features work from visiting and resident artists

Aden Graves, Reporter May 27, 2023

The School of Art Collection and Galleries held a reception Friday celebrating the opening of the Kent Blossom Art Intensives Exhibition, a new art exhibit displayed in the Center for the Visual Arts Gallery. Arranged...

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