North Columbus News

U.S. Representative Joyce Beatty, who serves Ohio’s 3rd district, shared updates on her recent activities and recognitions through a series of posts on September 8, 2025.

In her first post, Beatty highlighted an honor she received during a community event: "It was my pleasure to be presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award during HBCU Alumni Weekend 2025 in Columbus. I also joined some Buckeye fans to cheer them on during their win! Thank you, all, for the warm welcome." (September 8, 2025)

Later that evening, Beatty emphasized the importance of financial education and thanked an organization for its partnership: "Financial literacy is the key to a successful future. Thank you, Jump$tart Coalition, for your partnership in equipping Americans with financial literacy skills!" (September 8, 2025)

In another post on the same day, she noted her involvement in an event focused on financial literacy policy: "ICYMI: I was proud to host Financial Literacy Day on Capitol Hill with @RepYoungKim and @JumpStart1995. Thank you, Rep. Kim and Jump$tart team, for your ongoing partnership to ensure financial literacy remains a priority." (September 8, 2025)

Joyce Beatty has represented Ohio’s 3rd congressional district since 2013 after previously serving in the Ohio House of Representatives from 1999 to 2008. She was born in Dayton in 1950 and currently resides in Columbus. Beatty is an alumna of Central State University where she earned her BA in 1972.