Good morning, Powell. Emmy-winning star power is headed to Delaware County as Jasmine Guy—dancer, author, and six-time NAACP Image Award recipient—prepares to inspire Ohio Wesleyan University's Class of 2025. The "Harlem" actress will deliver the May 10 commencement address and receive an honorary doctorate, bringing her celebrated creative force to our community. President vandenBerg's description of Guy as "more than an icon" perfectly captures why graduates and families are eagerly anticipating her appearance.
Meanwhile, Dublin educators marked a touching milestone as they celebrated their transition to social work careers with a cord ceremony filled with both tears and laughter. And if you've navigated the treacherous US-23/SR-229 intersection recently, you're not alone in your white-knuckle experience—ODOT is finally addressing this crash hotspot and wants your input at Thursday's public meeting in Waldo. Your voice could help prevent future accidents at this notorious crossroads.
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🎭 Award-winning actress Jasmine Guy to inspire OWU's 2025 graduates. The multi-talented performer—dancer, actor, author, and six-time NAACP Image Award winner—will participate in the May 9 baccalaureate conversation and deliver the May 10 commencement address at Ohio Wesleyan University. Guy, currently starring in Amazon Prime's "Harlem" series and fresh off an Emmy win, will also receive an honorary Doctor of Fine Arts degree for her significant contributions to the arts and society. OWU President Matt vandenBerg praised Guy as "more than an icon; she's a force" whose career embodies the boldness and creativity the university encourages in its students. Senior Amara Carlson, selected by her classmates, will also speak at the ceremony, celebrating the diverse journeys of the Class of 2025.
🎓 Dublin teachers celebrated career pathway achievements with heartfelt ceremony. The Dublin Teacher Cadre Educator-to-Social Work Pathway recognition event took place at Dublin City Schools Emerald Campus on April 8, 2025. Participants received cords during the emotional ceremony, which featured speeches from Superintendent John Marschhausen and Director of Student Wellness Tyler Wolfe. The event highlighted the district's commitment to supporting educators transitioning into social work roles, with moments of laughter, tears, and gratitude captured throughout the celebration. Attendees concluded the meaningful occasion with a group photo commemorating their accomplishments.
🚗 Delaware's dangerous intersection sparks call for community input. ODOT is seeking public feedback on proposed safety improvements to the US-23/SR-229 interchange in Delaware County. Officials report 51 crashes occurred at this location between 2019 and 2023, with 39% resulting in injuries. Left-turning vehicles cause many of these accidents, prompting the need for design changes. Residents can review proposed plans and share their thoughts at a public meeting on Thursday at Twenty Three North in Waldo from 4-7 p.m.
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