Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Who’s NOT planning a BBQ this weekend? If the weather holds and you’ve got propane or charcoal, chances are, you’re grilling something with your friends and family. Here, new ideas for keeping your costs down. Sponsored by Home Depot.
Here at Patch, we like to be thrifty, so we talked to two barbeque experts and uncovered some really good ideas to help you save money on your next outdoor party. 1. Start with a marinade. This means planning ahead — say, Friday. But it’s worth it, says Rick Browne, host of Barbeque America on PBS, because you can pass up that well-marbled ribeye steak and buy a less tender and less expensive choice to grill like a flank steak or chuck steak. Just marinate it or brine for one or two days and then cook long and slow on the barbeque grill to break down tissues but maintain moisture. “You need to include an acid in the marinade, perhaps juice, vinegar or soy sauce, but avoid cola which is so acidic it can turn meat into a soggy mess.” Try …
Annual exercise fundraiser benefits Adam S. Hamilton Memorial Academic and Athletic Scholarship Fund
Fitness fanatics can celebrate Memorial Day by working out for a worthy cause. This Sunday marks the 2nd Annual Hammy Workout, a "community workout," in memory of Kent native U.S. Army Spc. Adam S. Hamilton, who died in action in Haji Ruf, Afghanistan, during the 2011 Memorial Day weekend. The workout, held at Kent State University's Dix Stadium, supports the Adam S. Hamilton Memorial Academic and Athletic Scholarship Fund, which last year provided two $10,000 scholarships to two Theodore Roosevelt High School graduates. This year's scholarship recipients are Kyle Manning and Anne Kenne. Scott Hamilton said 180 people have already pre-registered for this year's event in honor of his son. “Last year was amazing," Hamilton said. "I couldn’t …
In one week, Kent Patch will have a brand new design and a whole new way to connect.
Hi, everyone! I have some exciting news to share about Patch – we’re getting a whole new look. It’s coming next week and it’s going to make Kent Patch easier to use, and a better place to connect and share. The best part? You’ll be able to see it all on your mobile phone! Here’s what you need to know: Our site has been rebuilt from the ground up. When Patch 2.0 launches, news will look better and will be easier to comment on. And, you’ll find more local voices to keep you in the loop with the latest know-how and reader opinions. We’re adding Boards to make it easier for you to connect with each other. On the Boards, you can debate an issue, quickly and easily announce your garage sale, graduation or other event or use it find a lost pet…
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Some helpful links with information for how to pitch in as Oklahomans try to pick up the pieces today from yesterday's massive tornado.
The devastating tornado that rocked Oklahoma on Monday leaves many wondering how to help — even from hundreds of miles away in Kent. According to the Red Cross: "The 14 Red Cross Chapters in NEO are currently on alert waiting for the possibility of local volunteers to be called for deployment to assist with the aftermath of the devastating tornadoes in Oklahoma." Patch is about helping your neighbors, and today after the devastation near Oklahoma City where a giant tornado claimed the lives of at least 51 people, including many children, Oklahoma is our neighbor. In addition to hoping the best for the survivors and rescue workers still trying to make sense of the devastation today, here are some links where you can donate your time or …
A list of eight best-paying summer jobs. Provided by Jobs at AOL.
The following story was provided by AOLJobs.com By David Schepp Getting a summer job is a rite of passage for many young people. In addition to earning wages to help pay for tuition or make car payments, it's where many first-time employees learn the fundamentals of work -- showing up on time, teamwork, communicating effectively, managing workloads and more. But summer jobs can also be fun, giving teenagers an opportunity to bond and hang out with a group of people beyond their schools and neighborhoods. In recent years, because of the recession and subsequent slow recovery in the labor market, summer jobs have been hard to come by for many teenagers. This year, many economic indicators point to an improved job market, suggesting that …
The man assuming the responsibilities as interim dean is a 20-year Army veteran.
Through June 30, 2015, Robert Sines is now the interim Dean of the College of Applied Engineering, Sustainability and Technology. Sines was the dean and chief administrative officer at Kent State University at Trumbull since November 2010. Sines was an associate dean at the Trumbull Campus, where he has also served as an assistant dean, associate professor and assistant professor. Sines is a 20-year veteran of the U.S. Army. Sines is replacing Shin-Min “Simon” Song, who will continue to be a faculty member. Click here to read more about Song. Visit the university's website for more information on Sines. “Robert is an excellent choice for this key leadership position,” said Kent State Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs…
Check out today's pollen forecast for Kent.
Springtime has arrived and pollen is in the air. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, the Akron metro area ranks #44 in the country in a list of "allergy capitals." Thanks to the effects of climate change, experts say the pollen count this season will be higher than ever before. Now you can check the daily allergy forecast as easily as the weather forecast. The Allergy Alert tool from Pollen.com above shows which pollen allergens are high in Kent today. For a few tips on how to cope with your allergies, check out this story from our partners at NewsNet5.com.
PARTA to start charging in July for deck parking
Drivers now know what they'll be expected to pay once PARTA starts charging for its 365 spaces in the new Kent Central Gateway transit center downtown. PARTA released the rates, which are as follows: Drivers will have free access to the deck's five parking levels through May and June, as PARTA is awaiting delivery and then installation of the pay collection machines that will manage the deck. Bryan Smith, director of planning for PARTA, said they will have the ticket booths in place to start charging for parking on July 8. Rates will be posted for special events, and drivers who lose their ticket will have to pay the maximum rate. PARTA will offer office and monthly passes, and drivers should call the transit agency for rates and …
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Attorney for property owner asks zoning board for 60-day recess
After nearly two hours, the Kent Board of Zoning Appeals appeared no closer Monday to deciding the fate of a house set for demolition on Franklin Avenue. The zoning board reconvened its April 15 meeting, which itself lasted several hours, Monday night to continue hearing the appeal of a demolition order for the house at 509 Franklin Ave. Ravenna attorney Diana Prehn argued on behalf of the property owner, Caven McLoughlin, for the city to hold off on its plans to pursue demolition of the house so he could make repairs. City building officials condemned the house in 2009 due in large part to damage caused by a fire at the property next door in 2007. Click here for more information about why the house is on track for demolition. "We are just…
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Monday, May 20, 2013
The Sands could have just donated bread to Haiti. Instead, they’re donating a bakery. Sponsored by Grape-Nuts.
About this sponsorship: In honor of the 60th anniversary of Sir Edmund Hillary's historic ascent of Mount Everest, Patch and Grape-Nuts are teaming up to highlight those who inspire people around them to climb their own mountains. In the spirit of the proverb, “Give a man a fish; you have fed him for today. Teach a man to fish; and you have fed him for a lifetime,” Rick and Debbi Sands want to build a bakery in Ouanaminthe, Haiti, and teach the residents there how to make nutritious wheat bread. The Sands, owners of the Great Harvest Bread Co., in Stow, enlisted some help from suppliers, friends, customers, even the Great Harvest franchise company, to raise $150,000 in equipment and supplies. Ouanaminthe, a city just east of the Haitian …
don schnee
3:18 pm on Tuesday, May 21, 2013
validated parking with proof of purchase? i can't eat fast enough. even k.s.u. does it with their schwebel room patrons, and they're far from being user friendly more ›