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David McCullough Passes + New MCS Supt + Belpre Juvenile Shot In ICU
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Here are the top stories today in Marietta:
- Pulitzer Prize-winning historical author David McCullough passed away at 89. He wrote about Marietta numerous times. (CBS News)
- Marietta City Schools new superintendent Brad Silvus is getting ready for the new school year. (WTAP)
- The Belpre juvenile shot in an apparent home invasion is still in the ICU. (Marietta Times)
- The races for Ohio Supreme Court are heating up as the balance of power on that bench will determine key issues, like abortion, and redistricting. (Statenews)
Today in Marietta:
From my notebook:
- Marietta College: "Pioneers team with SIDEARM Sports to release new mobile app #PioNation #BringForthAPioneer" (Marietta College via Facebook)
- Marietta College: "On Friday, Hunger Solutions Mid-Ohio Valley presented a $5,000 donation to GoPacks for their Independence from Food Insecurity campaign." (Marietta College via Facebook)
- Marietta/Belpre Health Department: "National Purple Heart Day was yesterday, August 7th. MBHD would like to honor and pay our respects to the men and women who have received this prestigious medal! Thank you to all of those who are, who have, and who will serve! Visit the ..." (Marietta/Belpre Health Department via Facebook)
- Memorial Health System: "We're proud to host Hunger Solutions' annual event – Bounty by the River! Join us for a fun-filled evening at an exclusive event, including an evening of gourmet food, an auction, music, and much more. There are a limited number of seats..." (Memorial Health System via Facebook)
- Marietta Area Chamber of Commerce: "Quality Care Associates and Rockstar Wellness are teaming up to collect needed items to send to people impacted by the recent flooding in Kentucky...and they need your help! Items can be dropped off at either business now until Augus..." (Marietta Area Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
- Washington County Public Library: "Join the discussion from August 1 through October 31, 2022. "One of the most original, innovative, well-executed comic books anywhere to be found." -Stan Lee Exclusive Discussion Guides and additional recommendations can be found at thec..." (Washington County Public Library via Facebook)
- Washington County Public Library: "Here is the Bookmobile schedule for August 9th! An * signifies a private facility stop." (Washington County Public Library via Facebook)
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— Christopher Schmitt
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