My Brother's Keeper seeks commissioners' support for summer 'book-and‑pizza' reading program

Jun 12, 2026

Gene Brown, program manager for My Brother's Keeper, asked the board to back a 10‑week summer reading program that will include pre- and post‑assessments, partnerships with local agencies, and sponsor-provided rewards such as pizza; he asked for community backing rather than a direct county appropriation.

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Gene Brown, program manager for My Brother's Keeper, presented a summer reading program to Portage County commissioners and asked for the board's support in promoting the initiative.

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