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Kent City Council approves loan for Wells-Sherman House restoration

By Marchae Grair Published: June 21, 2012
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A crowded room filled with supporters and detractors watched Wednesday as Kent City Council members approved a $15,000 loan to further the restoration project of the Wells-Sherman House.

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City council backs progress of Wells-Sherman House project

By Marchae Grair Published: June 7, 2012
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The funding proposal, submitted by project supporter Rick Hawksley, requested $15,000 from City Council, if the affiliated project proponent, TransPortage, could match that contribution. The funding request also mentioned a conditional $40,000 contribution from Kent State University, if the school approved the use of the newly located Wells-Sherman House.

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Kent Art and Wine Festival is success despite weather

By Marchae Grair Published: June 4, 2012

The annual Art and Wine Festival was a major hit on Saturday, even though wine tasters and art lovers battled unpleasant weather.

Heavy rain did not stop more than 60 artists from displaying their artwork, ranging from paintings to jewelry.

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