VOORHEESVILLE, N.Y. ( NEWS10 ) – A local gym owner plans to give back in a unique way at an anti-violence event he’s organized. It’s bringing youth and police officers together at Jennings Landing on Saturday.
Inside of iGrind365 you’ll find Owner Matthias McKinnon. He overcame a learning disability and went on to get a degree in criminal justice and business marketing. Now, he’s putting that background to work as he organizes a backpack giveaway and a law enforcement bench-off.
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“I want to change what I could change through what I love,” said McKinnon.
McKinnon said putting together the “Capital Build Up the Community” event has combined two of his passions, working with youth and fitness. He grew up on 2nd and Judd in Albany and found football at a young age…