Broadcast Reporting

The Cleveland-based taco chain, Barrio, is coming to downtown Kent this summer. “The main thing that Barrio does is brings high quality ingredients at a value driven price,” Barrio Executive Chef, Nico Chesnick said. Opening a popular restaurant with inexpensive food means more income for downtown Kent. “Adding something that’s new and is a huge draw in the Cleveland area will also bring a following down here and people that have not come to Kent might now come to see…

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A home away from home. That’s what Hillel provides to Kent State students whether they are Jewish or not. “We are home to about 1,000 Jewish students here on campus and we also have about 300 students at the University of Akron,” Ethan Krasnow, Hillel’s Assistant Director said. Hillel is a Jewish-based organization that plans various events on campus. Events such as the recent “Good Deeds Day” are planned by students and take place every week. “We’re a home away…

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ARIZE is a new nightclub and entertainment venue that opened its doors near Kent State. “So…When the parties are popping… whew. It’s nice to be in here,” Jariah Wadkins, ARIZE manager, said of the vibe of the venue. But the club wasn’t opened by some everyday businessman. It was opened by a Kent State student, Javon Miller, who blended his love for entrepreneurship and nightlife in creating ARIZE. “A lot of people had to go to Akron for parties, it…

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A Kent State student opened a new night club venue near campus and it’s already creating a lot of buzz from students. TV2’s Nick Pedone has the story…

Thousands of people pack the I-X Center for the Cleveland Auto Show. But local car dealers hope to see people pack their dealerships after the show is over. TV2’s Nick Pedone has the story.

Portage County bus riders felt the love on Thurday. TV2’s Nick Pedone has the story…