Ohio State Senator Willis Blackshear Jr. reflects on losing his father at age 25, the lessons Willis Blackshear Sr. left behind, and how faith, family and service helped him stay the course.

Adolphus “Mickey” McGuire Jr., a trailblazer in Dayton sports and community life, is remembered for his strength, faith, and decades of mentorship. From Dunbar High’s first Black All-City quarterback to Major League ballplayer and local coach, his impact reached far beyond the field.