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The Kent Police Department is investigating an alleged robbery at the Kent branch of Huntington Bank on the morning of May 31.

Kent American Legion Post 496 presented this year’s Memorial Day parade in downtown Kent, commemorating the service members who have given the ultimate sacrifice.

Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County

Officials throughout Portage County will have a few dollars more in their wallets, thanks to some communities that turned down their share of federal American Rescue Plan Act funds.

Michael Hall Jr. was among the most sought-after prep football players in the country during his star-studded days at Streetsboro High School.

The Portage Foundation announced the names of scholarship recipients for 2022. This year’s awards totaled over $58,000 and represent the diverse nature of Portage County and its residents.

Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County

After Sheriff Bruce Zuchowski took office in 2021, his chief deputy assured Portage County commissioners that getting body cameras was a priority. Over a year later, Zuchowski has not adopted the technology, even as much smaller police departments in the county outfit their officers with cameras and county commissioners say they would provide the necessary funding.

Portage County commissioners approved a proposal from Aviation Management Consulting Group for up to $111,500 to help determine the future of the debt-ridden Portage County Regional Airport.

The week of May 29 brings us nine different choices for open mic entertainment. It doesn’t matter where you live in the Summit/Portage County area there is an open mic for you. Come out and play or listen to this unique part of the area music scene.

Those who attended the Kent Art and Wine Festival in 2019 may be familiar with Pastor Eddie Harris’ oil and acrylic paintings. Harris, a resident of Atwater, will be at the festival again this year with a collection of artwork he’s eager to showcase.

Fire Chief Mark Garvin is hoping the township will purchase new flooring for the fire station. The board asked that the chief supply it with color samples and a cost. 

Finance Director Matt Miller updated the body on the city’s finances. Spending from the general fund is at 39%, with the goal being only 33%. Overall, however, the city’s spending is down. Revenue has increased, with the city being up $350,000.

Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County

At 9:32 a.m. on May 14, a Garrettsville police officer and a Portage County sheriff’s deputy responded to a 911 call about an armed woman trying to break into her neighbor’s house in Windham Township. 

The Portage County NAACP held a dedication ceremony and a “Celebration of Racial Justice” for its new office at the United Church of Christ in Kent, which rang with sermons and songs May 22. 

The Portage Foundation announced Tuesday that Scott Taylor will take over as the community foundation’s permanent executive director starting June 6.

Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County

If Ravenna joins the other 99 Ohio Designated Outdoor Refreshment Areas this summer and brings open container alcoholic beverages to downtown, local businesses and city council members promised it would be done safely.

We gathered information from every city, village and township in Portage County to learn what observations are planned for Memorial Day 2022. Here’s the complete roundup.