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KentWired
The independent news website of The Kent Stater & TV2

KentWired

Anthony Scilla, Assistant Photo Editor

AJ is a sophomore studying public relations. Photography has always been a passion of AJ’s, and he is excited to take this position. Last semester, he had the opportunity to write articles on housing and dining, and he helped cover the mill fire downtown.

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Firefighters spray down the massive fire at the Star of the West mill complex in downtown Kent on Dec. 2, 2022. More than seven local fire companies responded to the blaze, which began just before 9 a.m.

[Photo] PHOTO STORY: Mill fire, one year later

Matthew Brown, Photo Editor, Lauren Bischof, Reporter, and Anthony Scilla, Photographer
December 2, 2023
Kent State hockey battles Duquesne and goes into overtime on Nov. 18, 2023.

[Photo] Four game recap: Hockey goes 2-2 in past two weekends

November 26, 2023
OPINION PHOTO STORY: Adopt a Dog

OPINION PHOTO STORY: Adopt a Dog

Anthony Scilla, Photographer
November 4, 2023
Markley answers a question on Oct. 25, 2023.

Stephen Markley's books, "The Deluge" which released in 2023 and "Ohio" which came out in 2013. Oct. 25, 2023.

[Photo] Conversations on climate: Stephen Markley’s “The Deluge” informs readers of climate change issues

October 26, 2023
Erin Haines is the owner of Rotten Peach Studios, a studio that opened earlier this year.

Rotten Peach Studios is located at 1480 S. Water St. in Kent

[Photo] Women tattoo artists create 'multi-functional art space' in Kent

October 30, 2023
After a point by sophomore Patricia Strunk the Golden Flashes celebrate together. Oct. 15, 2023.

[Photo] Field hockey sweeps weekend, heading into final three games

October 16, 2023
After a point by sophomore Patricia Strunk the Golden Flashes celebrate together. Oct. 15, 2023.

[Photo] Field hockey sweeps weekend, heading into final three games

Kyle Kuchta, Reporter
October 16, 2023
Students gather for Black Squirrel Festival on Sept. 29, 2023.

FEATURED GALLERY: Black Squirrel Fest

Anthony Scilla, Photographer
September 30, 2023
The Kent Community gathers to enjoy Black Squirrel Fest on September 29, 2023.

A line forms at the photobooth on September 29, 2023.

Students gather for Black Squirrel Festival on September 29, 2023.

Junior Madison Leety battles Michigan's freshman Abby Burnett for the ball on Sept 17, 2023.

[Photo] Field hockey battles over weekend games ‘setting the tone’ for conference play

Kyle Kuchta, Reporter
September 20, 2023
Saltwater cowboys direct a herd of wild ponies through the streets of Chincoteague, Virginia. This parade is part of the 98th annual Chincoteague Pony Swim on July 26, 2023.

[Photo] Feature Photos: Photo Staff’s Summer Highlights

KentWired Photo Staff
August 16, 2023
President Todd Diacon takes to the stage on May 4, 2023.

Provost Melody Tankersley introduces the Kent State University Choral on May 4th, 2023. The Choral performed a rendition of "Ohio" followed by "Hands."

Freshman Kolton Schaller is congratulated by coach Jeff Duncan as he passes third base April 30, 2023.

[Photo] Baseball gets back on track with first series win of season

March 4, 2024
Freshman Kolton Schaller is congratulated by coach Jeff Duncan as he passes third base April 30, 2023.

[Photo] Weekend sweep lands baseball atop conference standings

Jacob Shondel, Reporter
May 3, 2023
In the Student Center, a wall showcases different fraternities and sororities on campus on May 1, 2023.

[Photo] How Kent students address Greek Life stereotypes

May 26, 2023
Choolaah, a dining location new to Kent State, offers Indian cuisine to Eastway diners April 21, 2023.

[Photo] Eastway gets revamp over spring break, introduces new Indian food station

April 26, 2023
Choolaah, a dining location new to Kent State, offers Indian cuisine to Eastway diners April 21, 2023.

[Photo] Eastway gets revamp over spring break, introduces new Indian food station

Nico Crespo, Reporter
April 26, 2023
Construction of Crawford Hall on April 19, 2023.

Crawford Hall, a new building coming to Kent State's main campus, being worked on April 19, 2023.

[Photo] Crawford Hall: a look inside at creation, expectations of new business building

Anthony Zacharyasz, Reporter
April 26, 2023
The United Methodist Church in Kent, Ohio on March 26, 2023.

The United Methodist Church in Kent, Ohio on March 26, 2023.

[Photo] ‘They do not embody Christ:’ Local clergy condemn rise in Christian nationalism

March 26, 2023
In the Student Center, a wall showcases different fraternities and sororities on campus on May 1, 2023.

[Photo] How Kent students address Greek Life stereotypes

Blake Serrano, Reporter
May 26, 2023
Nathan Jagodzinski, a member of Sigma Chi, leaves the stage after collecting his award for being the FSL Man of the year on March 21, 2023.

Dennis Campbell, assistant director of events and operations of the Kent State Student Center, opened up the Night of Achievement Awards on March 21, 2023.

EuroGyro’s interior bar space March 14. EuroGyro is located at 107 S. Depeyster St.

[Photo] Best restaurant for food delivery

April 7, 2023
The Kent Stage on March 14, 2023.

Popped! on March 14, 2023.

Popped!'s unique menu on March 14, 2023.

Franklin Sqaure Deli on March 14, 2023.

Franklin Sqaure Deli on March 14, 2023.

Guys Pizza Co. is located at 146 S. Water St.

[Photo] Best drunk food

Leah Shepard, Staff Reporter
April 7, 2023
Guys Pizza Co. is located at 146 S. Water St.

[Photo] Best pizza

John Hilber, Reporter
April 7, 2023
Over Easy Cafe on March 14, 2023.

Taco Tonotos on March 14, 2023.

Taco Tonto's drink menu on March 14, 2023.

The inside of Taco Tontos on March 14, 2023.

Grazers on March 14, 2023.

The inside of GRAZERS March 14. GRAZERS is located at 123 N. Water St.

[Photo] Best vegan and vegetarian dining

April 7, 2023
Scribbles Coffee Co. on March 14, 2023.

Scribble's features an extensive menu on March 14, 2023

The interior of Scribble's on March 14, 2023.

Bar Lucci is located at 257 N. Water St.

[Photo] Best new business

Isabella Schreck, Editor-in-Chief
April 7, 2023
Karsen Damon and Chloe Crone host the Lip Sync Event on March 5, 2023.

Tau Kappa Epsilon was the first Greek life performance at Delta Zeta's Lip Sync event on March 5, 2023.

Through donations, Delta Zeta raised $50,530.29 for their philanthropy March 5, 2023.

[Photo] Delta Zeta Lip Sync raises over $50,000 for speech and hearing impairment foundations

Blake Serrano, Reporter
March 6, 2023
Sophomore Noel Lee relaxes with lunch on a stump on the hill adjacent to Eastway on Feb. 23, 2023.

[Photo] Feature Photo: Week 6

February 25, 2023
Franklin Nicola on the Austintown Wheelchair Falcons searches for someone to pass the ball to on Feb. 25, 2023.

A three-point shot from Franklin Nicola on the Austintown Wheelchair Falcons heads toward the hoop on Feb. 25, 2023.

Colin Harrig of the Generals makes his way down the court on Feb. 25, 2023.

Zack Gerrick of the Wooster Wheelchair Generals shoots from the foul line on Feb. 25, 2023.

Wooster Wheelchair Generals' Ryan Hannan takes a shot on Feb. 25, 2023.

[Photo] Ohio Interscholastic Wheelchair Basketball Championship Game takes place in M.A.C.C.

February 26, 2023
Players on the Wooster Wheelchair Generals and Austintown Wheelchair Falcons watch as a shot from Colin Harrig, a member of the Generals, goes near the hoop on Feb. 25, 2023.

Wooster Wheelchair General's Austin Wilcox (left) and Madyson Followay (right) celebrate after scoring on Feb. 25, 2023.

DC Moore at the Rathskeller for Afrobeats Karaoke on Feb. 24, 2023.

[Photo] KIC celebrates Black History Month with Afrobeat karaoke

Jillian Schrift, Reporter
February 25, 2023
Andrew Brion (left), Ty Fields (center) and Joe Viront practice spike ball on Centennial Court Green Feb. 23, 2023. All of them are members of the Kent State Round Net Club, and Fields is their president.

Students set up their Nintendo Switch and a computer monitor to play Super Smash Bros and enjoy the warm weather Feb. 23, 2023.

Logan Katzman, sophomore, plays offensively against fellow sophomore Austin Schmidt Feb. 23, 2023.

Sophomore Noel Lee relaxes with lunch on a stump on the hill adjacent to Eastway on Feb. 23, 2023.

Freshman Elijah Barker practices basketball on the courts outside of Tri-Towers Feb. 23, 2023.

"How Many More" written on the face of Kent State's rock on front campus. The base of the rock is painted with the words, "We Support MSU" to honor the victims of the recent shooting at Michigan State University on Feb. 13, 2023. The photo was taken on Feb. 17, 2023.

Three flower bouquets placed on the base of the rock Feb. 17, 2023.

The back of the rock with "2/13/23" written, the day of the tragic shooting at Michigan State University on Feb. 17, 2023.

Alice, wearing a Valentine's Day themed headband, poses for a photo in front of the kissing booth on Feb. 14, 2023. Alice can be found on Instagram at @4paws_alice.

[Photo] GALLERY: Puppy love from Paws with a Cause kissing booth

February 14, 2023
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