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The independent news website of The Kent Stater & TV2

KentWired

Following its collapse in November, the elevator in 345 Flats remains out of service.

345 Flats elevator collapse under investigation

Kayla Gleason, Beat Reporter March 20, 2024

State inspectors are continuing to investigate what caused an elevator at the 345 Flats apartment complex in Kent to suddenly fall four stories. Meanwhile, residents are questioning why the elevator...

Fake Patty’s Day sees reduced trouble, 15 arrests reported during celebrations

Kayla Gleason and Erin Sullivan March 12, 2024

Kent Police made 15 arrests on Fake Patty's Day, which took place March 9, where disorderly conduct while intoxicated and prohibitions both made up the majority of charges.  On Fake Patty's Day, there...

Grandpa Winnie plays on-stage at Main Street Kents Snow Day! on Jan. 27, 2024. (Courtesy of Grandpa Winnie)

Local band hits high note with new songs, listeners

Kayla Gleason, Beat Reporter March 10, 2024

Grandpa Winnie, a local band of three Theodore Roosevelt High School students, is gaining attention after their performances and a new album release.  The band, which performs indie and alternative...

A sign outside of an elevator at the Kents campus University Libraries indicates the elevators closure on Feb. 15, 2024.

University community members spark elevator modernization discussions

Kayla Gleason, Beat Reporter February 21, 2024

Editor’s note: Alton Northup, an interviewee in the article, is a campus editor for The Kent Stater’s staff. He was included in this story because of the relevance of his experiences to the subject. Elevator...

Biden visits East Palestine one year after train derailment

Kayla Gleason, Beat Reporter February 17, 2024

President Biden visited East Palestine for the first time on Friday, one year after the train derailment occurred, promising to work with residents and officials through the long-term recovery process....

The Office of Safety and Security offers escort services for students.

Professionals share safety tips for students

Kayla Gleason, Beat Reporter February 11, 2024

As students begin a new semester in 2024, safety tips remain important for navigating life on campus.   Sergeant Tricia Knoles of the Kent State Police and Jay Luna, coordinator for the Office of...

The city of Kents police station is located at 301 S. Depeyster St.

Suspected getaway driver of Kent homicide arrested in Akron

Kayla Gleason, Beat Reporter January 22, 2024

Michael Deshawn Lollar, the suspected driver of a Kent homicide supect’s getaway vehicle, was arrested in Akron Wednesday.  The homicide that left 35-year-old Cheretta Frierson deceased occurred...

The universitys Giving Tuesday program was able to raise over $2.8 million for various programs and funds. (Courtesy of Kristen Traynor-Mytko)

Ninth annual Giving Tuesday raises millions of dollars for scholarships and funds

Kayla Gleason, Reporter December 7, 2023

The university’s ninth annual Giving Tuesday raised over $2.8 million for scholarships and programs across various academic disciplines.  Throughout the entire month of November, there were featured...

Two people hit the dance floor on club night at the Outpost on Nov. 16, 2023.

The Outpost to bring on holidays with hardcore, Emo twist

Kayla Gleason, Reporter December 7, 2023

The Outpost in Kent will ring in the holidays with two music nights in December -- but not with the traditional "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" or "Winter Wonderland." The local live music club, located...

As President Todd Diacon delivers his remarks during the 2023 May 4th Commemoration, silent protestors in opposition to Ohio Senate Bill 83 rose from their seats and stepped forward with signs in hand.

Ohio’s higher education bill unlikely to go further in General Assembly

Kayla Gleason, Reporter December 1, 2023

Ohio House Speaker Jason Stephens (R-Kitts Hills) said on Tuesday, Senate Bill 83 will not have enough votes to pass through the House.  Stephens has been adamant before about the bill needing to change...

Students trying to figure out what they want at the Her Campus thrift store event on Nov. 30, 2023.

Her Campus promotes sustainability through thrift and craft sale

Kayla Gleason, Reporter December 1, 2023

The university’s chapter of Her Campus, an online magazine designed to empower college women, ran a thrift and craft sale in the Student Center Thursday afternoon.  Previously, the organization held...

A group of students during the I Am First celebration start a line dance on Nov. 8, 2023.

First-generation students’ accomplishments celebrated

Kayla Gleason, Reporter November 9, 2023

A celebration for first-generation students was held in the Kiva Auditorium Wednesday to recognize their achievements.  The university scheduled activities and programs Monday through Thursday for...

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