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Belpre Principal Cleared + Cat Killer + WCSO Warrant Of The Week

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Happy Thursday, Marietta! Here's everything you need to know going on in town today.

First, the next three days of weather:

  • Thursday: Clear throughout the day. High of 75, Low of 47.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny throughout the day. High of 76, Low of 51.
  • Saturday: Partly cloudy, scattered showers in the evening. High of 79, Low of 61.

Cheapest gas in town:

  • Speedway on Seventh Street, $2.98
  • Go Mart on Pike St, $2.98
  • Speedway on 2nd Street, $2.98
  • Speedway on Muskingum Drive, $2.98
  • Marathon on Muskingum Drive, $2.98

For a full list click here.

The average gas price in Ohio today is $2.98

Here are the top stories today in Marietta:

  1. Belpre High School Principal Sam Pepper is cleared in an alleged fight. He'd been accused of hitting a kid at a dance. But witnesses overwhelmingly exonerated him of any such action. (WTAP)
  2. In Defense of Animals has released a statement expressing profound disappointment for a lenient sentenced handed down to Marietta cat killer Eric Rollins. (Marietta Patch)
  3. Ashley Marie Holdren is this week's Washington County Warrant of the Week. She's wanted for forgery and failure to appear. (WCSO)
  4. Peoples Bank Theatre is back open with a number of major improvements. Their first concert back will be The Marshall Tucker Band on Friday.
  5. Dakota Vaughn is this month's Washington State Community College Student of the Month. (Marietta College)

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Marietta Patch Notebook

  • Visit Marietta Ohio: "Looking for some weekend plans? How about a trip to the 45th Annual Lowell Octoberfest Lowell Ohio. Enjoy German food, live entertainment, a beer garden, children's games, flea & Antique market and more!" (Facebook)
  • Memorial Health System: "Today's inpatient numbers are as follows: 72 Positive for COVID-19 11 Vaccinated 61 Unvaccinated Age Range: 23 ‐ 89 14 ICU Positives 13 Unvaccinated 12 Ventilated 11 Unvaccinated Age Range on ventilators: 39 – 80 59 COVID-19 Inpatient De..." (Facebook)
  • Memorial Health System: "As COVID-19 cases surge in our region, we would like to take a moment to thank each end every one of our employees. Your hard work in caring for our community does not go unnoticed! #WeAreMemorial #Together #Community #LiveMemorialWell #..." (Facebook)
  • Marietta Main Street: "October First Friday: Falling for Marietta is just a few days away and The Cozy Kitchen is hosting a prix fixe dinner for their very first time participating in a First Friday event! This restaurant on Putnam Street serves up delicious b..." (Facebook)
  • Marietta Main Street: "American Flags and Poles is celebrating 25 years serving our Marietta community this afternoon at 1 p.m. with the Marietta Area Chamber of Commerce and this Friday night during October First Friday: Falling for Marietta with in-store cel..." (Facebook)
  • Marietta College: "We can't wait to see you in three weeks for Homecoming Weekend on October 21st–24th! See old friends, meet new friends and join us for your favorite traditions like the All-Alumni Welcome, Greek gatherings, reunions and more! Register to..." (Facebook)
  • Marietta Area Chamber of Commerce: "We were honored to host speaker Terri Marlow from The Castle - Marietta, Oh at our September Professional Women's Roundtable. Terri presented on the inspiring life and achievements of Marietta's own Bertlyn Bosley, a true pioneer whose e..." (Facebook)
  • Marietta Country Club: "Day #3 of our anniversary celebration! This photo was taken at a Stag Night on May 18th, 1907 at Marietta Country Club. Stag nights were parties for men who are getting married soon, which is our modern day Bachelor Party" (Facebook)
  • Washington County Public Library: "Here is the Bookmobile schedule for tomorrow, September 30th! An * signifies a private facility stop." (Facebook)
  • Marietta City Schools - Marietta, Ohio: "Reading both in and out of school is key. By picking up a book for just 30 minutes a night, you can build a wide knowledge base that can support you in any of your classes, and can significantly increase your test scores. #mariettacitysc..." (Facebook)
  • Washington County Public Library: "Signup for our email newsletter! https://mailchi.mp/43191227247b/wcplib" (Facebook)

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— Christopher Schmitt

About me: Hey there, I'm the community publisher for Patch.com/marietta. I've lived in Marietta for most of my life. I graduated from Ohio University's E.W. Scripps School of Journalism in 2014. I wrote for a community newspaper before moving to New York to be a national correspondent for IHeartRadio. I'm looking forward to bringing my experience back home with me and providing Marietta with the outstanding journalism she deserves. You can email me at christopher.schmitt@patch.com or call me at 740-516-4969.

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