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EVs In Marietta + Pensions Restored + Ohio State Fair Returns
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Good morning, everybody. It's me, Christopher Schmitt, your host of the Marietta Daily — back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally.I'll get right to it.
First, today's weather:
A heavy t-storm in the p.m.. High: 83 Low: 70.
The Ohio State Fair is finally back! (Statenews)Here are the top stories today in Marietta:
- The Ohio Department of Transportation considers bringing electric vehicle infrastructure to Marietta (WTAP)
- An effort led by Southeast Ohio Congressman Bill Johnson to restore pensions for GM retirees and spin-off company Delphi has passed the House. This is related to the 2009 recession. (Bill Johnson)
- The Ohio State Fair is finally back! (Statenews)
- Marietta-based Memorial Health System is planning a $20,000,000 expansion into the Athens area. (WOUB)
- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine says the idea of Ohio banning contraceptives or same-sex marriage is absurd. (Statenews)
Today in Marietta:
From my notebook:
- Washington County Sheriff's Office - Marietta, Ohio: "On behalf of the men and women of the Washington County Sheriff's Office we would like to offer our heartfelt condolences to the family of Deputy Matthew Yates, the Clark County Ohio Sheriffs Office and the citizens of Clark County. We l..." (Washington County Sheriff's Office - Marietta, Ohio via Facebook)
- Visit Marietta Ohio: "The Glenn Miller Orchestra is the most sought after big band in the world today for both concert and dance engagements. Still considered the greatest band of all time, its unique sound is loved by almost anybody that cares for dance musi..." (Visit Marietta Ohio via Facebook)
- Visit Marietta Ohio: "Join the fun this weekend at Harmar Days Festival! Don't forget to buy your raffle ticket!" (Visit Marietta Ohio via Facebook)
- Marietta Main Street: "Volunteers are needed for the Rivers, Trails and Ales Festival! Join this dedicated, hardworking group of people and help make this an amazing weekend!" (Marietta Main Street via Facebook)
- Marietta Ohio: "Mark your calendars: The bow test for hunting in Marietta will be held at Buckeye Park on Saturday, September 10, 2022 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Questions? Please contact Hannah Swope, Wildlife and Forestry Specialist, via email at hswope@w..." (Marietta Ohio via Facebook)
- Marietta/Belpre Health Department: "We will be CLOSED TODAY, July 27th, for Accreditation training! We will resume normal business tomorrow Thursday, July 28th! #mymbhd #mariettaoh #belpreoh #closed" (Marietta/Belpre Health Department via Facebook)
- Marietta Area Chamber of Commerce: "Last week, America's Best Restaurants visited Jeremiah's Coffee House to feature them on their Show and now this week YOU have the chance to taste ( for FREE) what Jerimiah's has to offer at our July Coffee Chat! Click the link below ..." (Marietta Area Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
- Washington County Public Library: "Here is the Bookmobile schedule for July 28th! An * signifies a private facility stop." (Washington County Public Library via Facebook)
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You're officially in the loop for today! I'll see you around.
— 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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