When Mike Beder came to school at Kent State University, he was uncertain about what he wanted to do with his life. He went into college as an exploratory major, and graduated in 2000 with a degree in...
El Paso, Texas based artist, Marco Sanchez, organized and collected the Nexus Between Roots / Nexo Entre Raíces exhibit that is now displayed in the KSU Downtown Gallery.
Sanchez spoke in the Center...
In 2020, the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area, DORA, went live in Kent.
DORA is a statewide program implemented locally by Main Street Kent. It allows alcohol to be sold from participating businesses...
The ninth annual BeatleFest returned to downtown Kent yesterday with a total of 22 tribute bands playing at the bars and venues downtown.
“It’s absolutely phenomenal, the crowd response is amazing...
Cold weather, icy roads and snow storms are challenges for Northeast Ohioans, and for businesses in downtown Kent, these challenges are no different.
Ben Miller, assistant store manager at entertainment...
Returning once again to the Kent Stage, Serbia native Ana Popovic and her band have performed blues music in Kent for over 10 years.
Popovic has always exceeded expectations when performing...
Valentine's Day is here and whether you're looking for the perfect last-minute gift, or a place to grab a bite to eat, downtown Kent is sure to have the place for you. TV2 reporter Alexandria Manthey went...
Over 200 attendees from across Northeast Ohio participated in the Main Street Kent’s Chocolate Walk Saturday afternoon after tickets for the event sold out.
More than 32 local businesses served sweet...
Locals will travel from business to business collecting chocolate-themed treats during Main Street Kent’s Chocolate Walk on Feb. 11 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Although the event is sold out, Executive...
This past Saturday, two unique shops hosted their grand openings in downtown Kent.
Both Rocco's Cupcakes Café and Sun in Leo had busy stores on opening day.
The two owners, who are also Kent State...
Shoppers looking for something different in downtown Kent have a new women’s clothing boutique to visit in Acorn Alley.
Rachel Turner, store manager and buyer for Tiger Rae Boutique, opened the shop...
Kent Natural Foods, a small co-op food business since 1971, values eco-friendly products, healthy food and a home feel experience in downtown Kent.
“It's an honor to be part of a community that wants...
