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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Portage County Announces New Look
January 25, 2019Big Brothers Big Sisters of Portage County, along with over 270 Big Brothers Big Sisters affiliates across the nation, announced a new look last month with the goal of recruiting…
MLK Day at Skeels Mathews Community Center
January 24, 2019Skeels Mathews Community Center hosted an MLK day breakfast on Monday, January 21, 2019. Dozens of community members gathered for food, music and inspiring speakers. Thank you to everyone who came…
In Celebration of Clyde Louise Adams
August 2, 2018Rain or shine, Clyde Louise Adams makes her way to the Head Start site in Ravenna, where she has served as a Foster Grandparent for 12 years, tutoring and mentoring…
Happy Independence Day
July 3, 2018The Fourth of July is a day that we all celebrate our independence with barbecues, parades, and fireworks. While we partake in these festivities, take the time to acknowledge the…
County Clothing Center Looking for Volunteers
June 29, 2018For over 30 years, the Phyllis Zumkehr County Clothing Center, located at 3377 OH-59 in Ravenna, has helped families and individuals in Portage County by providing clothing, shoes and household…
Leadership Portage County Group Improves Playrooms for Skeels and King Kennedy
June 20, 2018Children in two communities in Ravenna now have a fun and safe place to go for after-school activities and summer programs, thanks to the Leadership Portage County class. A new…
Serving the Community – Myia Sanders
June 20, 2018From a young age, Myia Sanders has always put others first; from delivering mobile meals at age 5 around the Skeels neighborhood to being a summer associate at King Kennedy…
Family & Community Services Receives Grant from the Henry V. and Frances W. Christenson Charitable Foundation for Miller Community House
June 18, 2018Kent, Ohio – The Henry V. and Frances W. Christenson Charitable Foundation awarded a grant in the amount of $4,446 to Miller Community House for the addition of a…
Skeels Hosts Health Fair
May 22, 2018Record_Courier_skeels The third annual Health Fair was a huge success. Held at Skeels-Mathews Community Center in Ravenna, the fair included many local organizations and businesses such as Family &…
Big Brothers & Sisters Launches New Program
May 22, 2018Big Brothers & Sisters has a brand new program in place that will help caring adults engage with the children even with a busy schedule. The Big Buddies program allows…