Calling in the Reserves!

This week on KentNow, we’ve activated the B-Team (but let’s be honest, it stands for “Brilliant”). With Josh Gonzalez stepping in for Josh Maasberg and Mark pinch-hitting for Kyle, we’re calling in the reserves and holding down the mic like seasoned pros—sort of. We’re breaking down the best (and weirdest) looks from the Met Gala, mourning discontinued Starbucks drinks (but praise be to Trader Joe’s for the glow-up), and reminding everyone: if you’re still trying to fly with a Blockbuster card instead of a REAL ID, your travel dreams may be grounded. On the city side: 🏛️ The Kent Commons is looking brand new after a grand reopening! 💼 We’re hiring seasonal workers in Parks and Public Works! 🚓 Applications are open for the Kent Police Teen Academy! 📐 We’ve got zoning jokes (yes, really) and ReCode Kent updates! Plus, we interview Jason Fiorito from Pacific Raceways—he gives us the scoop on upcoming events, EV racing, track upgrades, and how motorsports are revving up Kent’s economy. And don’t miss what’s coming up: volunteer with Green Kent, get your hands dirty at TeamUp2CleanUp, and brace yourself for Kent Kitty Hall and PawFest—the fluffiest weekend of the year. 🎧 Tune in for the laughs, stay for the local government updates that might just make zoning reform sound... cool?