Kent Presbyterian Church changed its name to University Church and hopes to reach more residents
A Kent church has rebranded itself as the University Church to demonstrate its commitment to the community.
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Mantua Township center is closer to joining the national historic register
The Ohio Historical Preservation Office announced it has agreed to double the size of the existing historic district to cover more buildings and cemeteries around the township’s central crossroads.
Crestwood settles public records lawsuit with open government activist
Crestwood school district has agreed to settle a lawsuit from serial litigator Brian Ames, a Randolph man who champions transparency in public bodies.
Kent favors Republic for waste pickup, a major blow to the county recycling center
Kent City Council is set to jettison its contract with the county recycling center, citing the agency’s failure to submit a bid.
Kent council rejects farmer’s bid to secede his land from the city
A local farmer’s plea to move 38 acres of Kent into Franklin Township may head to court after city council members unanimously denied the request.
Womer Benjamin commits to more public spaces and sidewalks in Aurora
In her 2023 State of the City address, Aurora Mayor Ann Womer Benjamin said the city government is focused on preserving and enhancing historic buildings and improving public spaces, including a long-debated recreation center.
Vintage clothing chain Branded opens Kent shop with sustainability mission
Vintage fashion lovers have a new destination in downtown Kent with the opening of Branded at Kent on Black Friday.
Want to buy an alpaca? Pure Passions Farm opens in Franklin Township
When their neighbor objected to their three pet alpacas, Stow residents Scott and Sigga Westberg started a journey that has led them to their very own alpaca farm and attraction.