— U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) hosted Sites with Sykes, an annual segment that takes place during the August district work period. During this time, Rep. Sykes visits local businesses and organizations to see firsthand their daily operations and the impact of their work on Ohio’s 13th Congressional District. This week’s Sites with Sykes included visits to Univar Solutions and Canterbury of Twinsburg, and participation in a housing roundtable hosted by the Coalition on Homelessness an… Continue Reading
AKRON, OH— On Saturday, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) joined Summit County Clerk of Courts Tavia Galonski to host a passport clinic at the Clerk of Courts Main Branch. The fair gave first-time applicants and children applying for passports hands-on help. "Getting a passport for the first time can be a confusing process, and this clinic was designed to make it simple by bringing personalized help directly to constituents," said Rep. Sykes. "My office will always work to bring our serv… Continue Reading
CANTON, OHIO — Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) announced the National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded Stark State College of Technology $2,350,372 in federal funding through the Advanced Tech Education Program. This funding will be used to help accelerate a solution to closing Ohio’s workforce gap in automation, artificial intelligence, and microelectronics, while establishing a roadmap for other states. “I’m pleased to announce Stark State College of Technology has receive… Continue Reading
AKRON — U.S. Rep. Emilia Sykes (D-District 13) announced that the National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded The University of Akron $450,000 for water molecular research that gathers quantitative data on water to help support collaborative work within the polymer, beauty and agriculture industries. “Research institutions like The University of Akron are driving innovation that strengthens our economy, advances scientific discovery and improves lives,” Sykes said in a press release. “This fe… Continue Reading
The Akron Police Department and the Summit County Department of Public Safety will receive $174,104 in federal funding, Rep. Emilia Sykes' office announced Aug. 11. The award will be given through the U.S. Department of Justice's Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program, according to a news release from Sykes' office. It will aid the police department in closing equipment gaps across many of its divisions, including community relations, services, SWAT, patrol, the detective burea… Continue Reading
As Sadali Costa prepares for her senior year at Stow-Munroe Falls High School, she's also being recognized as likely the first Sri Lankan American girl to receive Scouting America's Eagle Scout rank, the organization’s highest honor. After the Beacon Journal reported on Costa making history, the 17-year-old from Stow said she received an outpouring of congratulations and support from both her Scouting community and the Sri Lankan community. “They’re all very happy and very excited that I’m abl… Continue Reading
August 31, 2026