On this episode of OPEN Wednesday, Rhina Valentin fills in for host Daren Jaime. She begins with Around the Bronx updates, starting with a report on Lehman College hosting an Everyday AI event, presented by Brittany Skyler. This is followed by coverage of the HGAR Bronx Chapter Legislative Breakfast, reported by Nicole Rasodo. Rhina then sits down with Senator Luis R. Sepúlveda to discuss his $50,000 donation to the Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC) to strengthen community programs. She is also joined by Dr. Inessa Gendlina, PhD, an infectious disease and internal medicine specialist, who reminds viewers of the importance of getting their annual flu vaccination. Later, a college counselor from United Charter High School for Advanced Math & Science II (AMS II) joins Rhina to talk about college application season and why early preparation is key for students. The episode wraps up with photographer and My Eye Got Lazy zine founder Francisco Vazquez, who discusses the new exhibition Diggin’ in the Frames, hosted by the Bronx Documentary Center.