Belpre Senior Center Beach Bash

The O'Neill Center is having a Welcome Back Seniors Beach Party!

Athens Deputy Arrest, Aquatic Center Update, 1st Vax A Million

In today's Marietta Morning we see an Athens deputy arrested, finishing touches on the aquatic center, and the deadline for vax a million

‘60 Minutes’ Interview Sheds Light On UFO Sightings In Ohio

The Pentagon finally says UFOs — or unidentified aerial phenomena — are real and may explain what you’ve seen in the skies over Ohio.

Prison Time For Crash, Etta Express NCAA Tourney, Vaccine Lottery

In today's Marietta Morning we see a local man get prison time for a deadly crash, the Pioneers going to the NCAA Tournament

Bubbles In The Fountain

People keep putting soap into the downtown Marietta fountain. City officials ask folks to stop doing that.

COVID-19 Update For Washington County

The Marietta/Belpre Health Department, Memorial Health System, and Washington County Health Department share the latest COVID-19 info.

Final Call for 2021 Hall of Fame Nominations

The deadline for submitting nominations for the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame is just weeks away

Etta Express Wins, Johnson Jan 6 Bill, Belpre Man Auto Theft

In today's Marietta Morning we look at another major win by the Pioneers, a big Congressional vote, and a sentencing for auto theft.

Million$ Bond For Athens Abuse, Viral Mask Case,Music In The Park

In today's Marietta Morning we look at a high bond for a sexual abuse case, a motion to dismiss, and a return to Music in the Park

Marietta Area Red Cross Blood Drive Coming Up Soon

People who donate through the Red Cross between May 1 and 15 are eligible for an Amazon gift card.

Child Death Charge, Athens Family Indicted, School District Lines

In today's Marietta Morning we look at new charges in a child killing, family members of a runaway indicted, and new school district lines.

How A Few Local Skaters Are Reshaping The Marietta Skate Park

Aaron Reynolds, Zach Powell, and Joseph Wartez will soon be pouring fresh concrete into the Marietta Skate Park.

Drug Arrests, Johnson Vs Whitmer, Mask Mandate, Medical Marijuana

In today's Marietta Morning we look at 3 drug arrests, Johnson calling out Gretchen Whitmer, mask mandate goes away, Ohio medical marijuana

What's Happening In Marietta This Week

Marietta Mayor Josh Schlicher sat down with Patch to talk about what's going on in our city this week 5/17/21-5/23/21.

Lawrence County Shooting, MC Baseball Crushes, COVID Lawmaker

In today's Marietta Morning we look at a shooting in Lawrence County, Etta Express finishes 32-4 overall, lawmaker calls for Ohio to reopen

The House Of Hope Opens Up Its Doors

The Washington County House of Hope is holding an open house. They want everyone to come and check them out.

Operation Blue Sky, Pregnant Workers Bill, MC Baseball Wins

In today's Marietta Morning we look at police officers honoring their fallen, a bill Johnson voted for, and a clean sweep from MC baseball

Mask Tasing Plea Rejected, Child Shooting Death, Bank Car Crash

In today's Marietta Morning see a viral video subject rejecting a plea deal, a 14-year-old charged in a shooting death, and a Mtta car crash

DeWine Unemployment, Kroger Masks, Ohio Sports Betting

In today's Marietta Morning we see unemployment benefits shrink, a local political dinner, proposed sports betting, and Rep Johnson's vote

Teen Coordinator Dies, School Threat Policy, Memorial Day Travel

In today's Marietta Morning we remember a young man who did a lot for teens out at the Boys and Girls club.

Bomb Threat Suspect, Sen. Portman Against Big Unemployment Checks

In today's Marietta Morning we look at a bomb threat suspect, our Senator says unemployment is hurting our workforce, and MC sports stories

It's Official, Washington County's Drug Court Is Working

Washington County's Drug Court just saw its 11th graduate, Judge Kerenyi wants people to see the difference they're making.

High Speed Chase In Belpre, More School Threats, Thief Caught

In today's Marietta Morning we look at a high speed chase that ended in arrest, more local school threats, and a catalytic converter thief

Mayo "We Want People To Start Coming Back To The Library."

The Washington County Public Library is open. WCPLIB Director Justin Mayo wants people to drop in and grab a good book.

National Police Week, Free Physicals, Belpre 5k, MC Softball

It's National Police Week, high school athletes can get free physicals, folks ran for a good cause in Belpre, and a MC Softball cancelation.

Marietta Main Street Scam, Belpre Blue Lights, Safety Awards

In today's Marietta Morning we look at a local Facebook scam, a campaign to support our police, and Marietta Public Safety Awards.

Bomb And Shooting Threats, Congressman Censured, Fireman Mourned

In today's Marietta Morning, we look at a number of threats facing Waterford, a GOP Congressman punished, and a firefighter laid to rest.

Waterford Bomb Threat, Baby In Car, Ohio School Voucher Bill

In today's Marietta Morning we look at a high school bomb threat, a baby found in a car with a sleeping man, and a school voucher proposal

Rep Johnson Visits Southern Border, Mystery Donor, MC Baseball

In today's Marietta Morning Congressman Bill Johnson goes to Texas, a mystery donor helps kids read, and MC baseball crushes Otterbein

Firefigher Funeral Set, Murder Conviction, MC Baseball, OH Bills

In today's Marietta Morning we remember a fallen firefighter, see a Guernsey County conviction, and the Etta Express continues to dominate

Patch Gets To Know David Brightbill

Meet David Brightbill, he works for Washington Morgan Community Action, but his job is caring. All he does is work to help those in need.

Fallen Firefighter, Force Vaccine Bill, COVID Testing Changes

In today's Marietta Morning we remember a firefighter lost in the line of duty and we see a bill to curb employers' power to force vaccines.

What's Happening In Marietta This Week

Marietta Mayor Josh Schlicher sat down with Patch to talk about what's going on in our city this week.

Pickering Associates Helps the City of Marietta Improve

This is a press release from Pickering Associates about work they're doing to improve Marietta.

First Friday, Natl Corrections Officer Week, MC Sports

In today's Marietta Morning we look at the upcoming First Friday event, National Corrections Officer Week, and what's going on in MC Sports

Purple Petunias To Hit Marietta This Week

Folks have until the end of the week to sponsor flower baskets in downtown Marietta.

Congressman Johnson's Bill, Ohio's Levy Bill, MC Lacrosse Loses

In today's Marietta Morning, we look at Johnson's telehealth bill, Ohio's levy bill, a final loss by MC lacrosse, and Safetytowns canceled

News From Marietta Main Street

Today Marietta Main Street released this email updating the community on what they've been up to.

Ohio Veterans Hall Of Fame Nominations Are Due In Soon

The Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame is looking for nominees, Washington County is looking for representation, you can help.

Two Die In Firetruck Crash, MC Softball, Toy And Doll Museum

In today's Marietta morning we look at a tragic accident out by Reno, a Marietta College softball doubleheader, and a museum reopening