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One game at a time

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

During Mid-American Conference play, the Kent State football team has had a slogan-play every game like a championship game. Even winning the Wagon Wheel is secondary to gaining ground in the MAC East.

How much do you know about Kent State's chief antagonists, the Akron Zips, and the Wagon Wheel Rivalry? Take the QUIZ and find out.

Week in Photos | Oct. 30 - Nov. 4

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Take a gander at what you missed in this week's photo gallery.

Ball takes students back in time

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Student Center ballroom resembled a scene out of a 1920s club last night. Sequins sparkled, fringe swayed and bright-colored satin gleamed as girls walked into the Black United Students' 40th Renaissance Ball. The guys were suited up in pinstripes complete with fedoras and a feather in true 1920s style.

Distinguished and outstanding teachers honored at conference

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

sented faculty with the Distinguished Teaching and Outstanding Teaching Awards at last week's Celebrating Teaching Conference.

Crossing guard keeps citizens safe

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Crossing guard

Paul Craven has been a crossing guard for six years...

Students find habit hard to break

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Texting while driving

Do you text while you drive? Many students still do; see what they have to say.

Library levy failure disappoints patrons

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The fate of six Portage County libraries remains unknown after a tax levy on Tuesday's ballot failed to garner enough support among voters. Issue 6 was a 10-year, 0.5-mill levy that would have cost taxpayers, excluding those in the Kent and Ravenna school districts, $15 each year.

Ambassador to U.N. will speak at KSU

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

In the last decade, China has radically increased its involvement in African affairs.

Halloween costumes

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

ROTC students get into the game-day spirit

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

On a day reserved for rivalry, Kent State and University of Akron Army ROTC students have chosen to work together.

KSU student media honored

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Daily Kent Stater and KentNewsNet.com received a Pacemaker award from the Associated Collegiate Press, the largest national membership organization for college student journalists.

Rec center to give $25K prize

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Ten rounds, ten prizes and only room for 500 participants highlight Black Squirrel Bingo night tonight at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center.

"We made bingo its own event for this semester and made sure to increase the number of participants," Jason Hawk, the Rec's marketing coordinator said.

Campus Calendar

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

See what's happening this week on campus.

Quaintance is drafted into NBA D-League

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Former Kent State basketball standout Haminn Quaintance was drafted in the second round of the National Basketball Association's Developmental League draft last night.

Voting results received slowly

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Portage County election results were posted just before midnight Tuesday - finally. Some expected to know the results more quickly, but they had to wait it out.

Withdrawal deadline nears

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Students who want to withdraw from full-term fall courses must do so by midnight Sunday.

Fire dept: Crain Avenue fire may have been intentional

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Following the early morning Sunday fire on Crain Avenue, police had no further comment on the Taser use, but the fire department said the fire might have been caused by arson.

Health department levy failure to affect services

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Issue 5 was on the ballot Tuesday as the Portage County Health Department's 33rd attempt to pass an additional levy, and it failed 37 percent to 63 percent.

Our View: Only you can prevent house fires

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

One hundred and eighty-four people died in fires in Ohio in 2008, and only 19 percent of the houses where fatal fires occurred had functioning smoke detectors, according to Ohio's Division of State Fire Marshal.

Chris Sharron's View

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

There are secrets among us

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

At the time I write this, at least 11 bodies have been found in the house where Anthony Sowell lived. For those who have lived in a hole for the past few days and have no idea of whom I speak: Sowell is in the news for being the first serial killer Cleveland has seen in decades.

What has Obama done for you?

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

To be perfectly honest, the question had caught me off guard.

Risman realization

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

I read guest columnist Bob Opper's column "Requiem for the Risman Plaza fountain" (Oct. 7) with great interest. He studied the fountain and recognized it as a distinct landmark. I am in firm agreement. I first visited the campus in 1993, and from that single visit the fountain was the single most memorable landmark.

Hockey prepares for crucial home series

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Kent State club hockey team will host Michigan-Dearborn this weekend for a double dip tonight and Saturday.

Flashes ready for tournament showdown with the RedHawks

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Kent State field hockey team won the Mid-American Conference regular-season championship, but looks to move toward a tournament championship with a win against Miami today.

Volleyball athletes try to find some time for fun between school work, sports

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

After helping sophomore middle blocker Liva Brivule stretch after practice, Kent State assistant coach Ernest Vasquez extends his hand and helps Brivule to her feet.

Wrestlers hold high expectations for 2009-2010 season

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Key losses to the Kent State wrestling team haven't stopped coach Jim Andrassy from aiming high for the upcoming season. Despite losing three nation qualifiers to graduation, including All-American Jermail Porter, Andrassy said he thinks the Flashes are still among the top teams in the country.