Saturday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 77 and low of 57 degrees.
Sunday: Partly sunny, a shower or two, temps: high: 71, low: 53.
Monday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 71 and low of 54 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Depth, Versatility Define Kent State's Running Back Room Through Fall Camp (kentstatesports.com) — Kent football fans get a close look at Kent State's rebuilt running back group, where new position coach Braxton Chapman is emphasizing depth, versatility, and steady improvement in camp. With no clear lead back yet, several players are competing for roles as the Golden Flashes prepare for their Sept. 5 opener at South Carolina and promote season ticket sales.
GROUP WORK DAY: KSU Habitat Habitat for Humanity of Portage County Construction Site 9:00 am
NOT AVAILABLE → Munroe Falls, OH Calendar, 38 Guise Park Dr, Munroe Falls 9:00 am
Cora's Playroom Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room 10:00 am
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Cranial Technologies in Independence, Ohio, FOR INFANTS! recommend! Way better than the hanger clinic if you may need a helmet! This helmet is bendy and so light and he doesnt mind it at all, the other… (Nextdoor Kent State Franklin)
Ashley has groomed my puppy twice. She is calm, tender and very attentive to the animal. She does an excellent job with the actual grooming. He is a very nervous dog but does not… (Nextdoor SW Kent)
7-Eleven, Inc. posted a job opening for Assistant Store Leader (Assistant Manager) in Kent. Apply here.
Meijer posted a job opening for Overnight Stocking in Kent. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Kent here.
🗞 Nearby News
Ravenna
Brazil Legend Ronaldinho, 46, Comes Out of Retirement With One Clear Mission (fox8.com)
Ohio budget to help Portage County universities, community-driven projects (theportager.com)
Portage County obituaries for Aug. 19-20, 2026 (theportager.com)
Streetsboro
Alex Wright carted off field during Cleveland Browns training camp (record-courier.com)
Ravenna City Schools to launch neighborhood bridges (weeklyvillager.com)
Akron
Akron man fears for safety after big tree branch crashes onto home (news5cleveland.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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