🌱 Attempted Murder Sentence + ARPA Funding Requests

Welcome back, Marietta! Let's get you all caught up to start this day off on an informed note. Here's everything worth knowing today in Marietta.

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First, today's weather:

Increasing clouds and breezy. High: 64 Low: 51.

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Here are the top three stories in Marietta today:

1. On Monday, Stephen Osborne of Marietta was sentenced to 10 years in prison for attempted murder. According to reports, Osborne attacked Devon Ours with a baseball bat in February 2021. He entered an Alford plea with the Washington County Prosecuting Attorney, denying guilt and being sentenced to 10 years in prison. (WTAP)
2. On Monday night, American Rescue Plan Act funding requests were heard by the Marietta City Council. Among the requests were funding to keep homeless stations open, repairs for the Marietta Aquatic Center, and grant money for the Washington County Sewer Project. The council will make a finalized plan for how to use the funds. (Marietta Times)
3. The Zonta Club of the Mid-Ohio Valley has yet to receive any nominations for its "Woman of the Year" award, so it's expanding the parameters. In addition to women from Washington County, women from Wood County can also now be nominated. Applications can be sent to the Zonta Club of the MOV in Marietta. (Marietta Times)

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Today in Marietta:

• Introduction to Laser Cutting At BB2C Makerspace (5:30 PM)
• Operating a CNC Router At BB2C Makerspace (5:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Marietta City Schools is seeking administrative applicants for a new Attendance and Home Services Coordinator to train under retiring Coordinator Mrs. Doebrich. Qualified applicants must submit a cover letter and resume via email to whampton@mariettacsdoh.org by end of business this Friday, Feb. 18. (Facebook)
• In honor of Presidents Day, all Washington County Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, Feb. 21. (Facebook)

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— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He's produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia's sports teams.