🌱 Congressman Johnson's New Podcast + Pete's Pizza Gives Back

Happy Thursday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in town today.

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First, today's weather:

Afternoon rain, some heavy. High: 66 Low: 29.

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Here are the top three stories today in Marietta:

1. Ohio Congressman Bill Johnson (R-6th District) has launched a new podcast, "Red, White, and Bill." According to Johnson, the podcast is designed to engage guests on topics of importance to Ohio residents. Episodes will be available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and are expected to release monthly. (WKBN 27)
2. A local pizzeria is rallying the community to support a family who lost their home to a fire Monday evening. Pete's Pizza, located in nearby Mineral Wells with a second location down the road in Parkersburg, is collecting a wide variety of items for the family of six. Anyone who donates will receive 10 percent off their food purchase and will be entered in a drawing for a $50 gift certificate. (WTAP-TV)
3. The Washington County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in locating an individual who is charged with importuning and failure to appear in court. Daniel Earl Sciance's last known address was Washington Road in Marietta. (Washington County Sheriff's Office)

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Today in Marietta:

• William Parker Cutler: Appalachian Abolitionist - The Castle Historic House Museum (7:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Thanks to a $100,000 donation by Peoples Bank, Junior Achievement will coordinate and lead semester-long financial literacy programs for high school students throughout Ohio starting in the next academic year. (Facebook)
• The Marietta College men's basketball team extended its winning streak to 19 games! #PioNation (Facebook)
• The Riviera at the Valley Gem is now open for lunch and dinner Tuesday through Saturday, starting at 11:00 a.m.! Enjoy weekly changing specials and fantastic dessert any time of the day. (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.