Regent Stephanie Martin Shively has been appointed an Ohio liaison representing the Northeastern District for a new initiative recognizing overlooked Patriots, including women, African Americans, Native Americans, and other underrepresented individuals.

The Jacob Gaskins Chapter, NSDAR, held its inaugural meeting in September at Arrowhead Golf and Event Center — which is located on land once owned by the chapter’s namesake and local notable figure, Jacob Gaskins, a freed slave and Underground Railroad conductor.