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Harmar Bridge Restorations + Ohio Abortion Rules + MC Softball Players

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Happy Tuesday, Marietta! Let's get this day started off right. Here's what's going on in town today.

First, today's weather:

Sunshine. High: 80 Low: 51.

Here are the top stories today in Marietta:

  1. The Harmar Bridge is getting some much-needed restorations. (WTAP)
  2. Ohio is ready to establish its own heartbeat abortion ban if Roe V Wade is overturned. If the Supreme Court decision goes through as expected, Ohio is set to crack down and set strict abortion laws. (Statehouse News Bureau)
  3. Five Marietta College softball players have been named to the All-OAC team. (Marietta College)
  4. The Betsy Mills will be selling historic Marietta bell pulls. They will be $40 and can be found at American Flags and Poles and the Betsy Mills. (Facebook)
  5. The Washington County Health Department is celebrating National Nurse Week. (Facebook)

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Today in Marietta:

From my notebook:

  • Marietta Main Street: "We are looking for artists and vendors to join us for our summer First Fridays by reserving a spot in our Artist Village. Our Art Walks will be held during our First Fridays in June, July and August form 5pm - 9pm. We will block off Butl..." (Facebook)
  • Marietta College: "Take a look back at Saturday's Commencement celebration and hear from members of the Class of 2022." (Facebook)
  • Memorial Health System: "We love these works of art from Belpre Elementary and their art teacher Margie Orcutt, thank you! These masterpieces will be displayed throughout Belpre Medical Campus during National Hospital Week! #SendASmile #GoodVibes #Community #Liv..." (Facebook)
  • Marietta City Schools - Marietta, Ohio: "We have three chances to dress up this week and celebrate the hard work of our Tigers. Tuesday: Spring Concert for Marietta High School Choirs at 7 p.m. Thursday: - Senior Award Ceremony at 8:30 a.m. - Spring Concert for Marietta High Sc..." (Facebook)
  • Marietta City Schools - Marietta, Ohio: "We have several positions open in our district for certified teachers to bring their #growthmindset to Marietta City Schools. Apply today! #mcsoh #artseducation #STEMeducatiohttps://www.facebook.com/10006...n https://bit.ly/NowHiringMCS_Spring22" (Facebook)
  • Marietta/Belpre Health Department: "Our next nurse up is Kim! She helps with the kiddos that come see us at MBHD! She brightens up every room she walks into! Again, we're so lucky to have her on our team! Thanks for all you do, Kim! #mymbhd #mariettaoh #belpreoh #NursesWee..." (Facebook)
  • The Castle - Marietta, Oh: "Make a day of it! Our Executive Director, Scott Britton, will be speaking Saturday during the intermission of The Fields of Gettysburg at Peoples Bank Theatre. He will be discussing the roles that local soldiers played related specifical..." (Facebook)
  • Marietta/Belpre Health Department: "In addition to Nurses Week, it's also National Women's Health Week! We offer many different women's health services here at MBHD. From STI testing, to reproductive services, we do it! Come by or call and schedule your appointment today! ..." (Facebook)
  • Washington County Health Department: "Happy Nurses Week. We love our Public Health Nurses!" (Facebook)
  • Washington County Public Library: "Here is the Bookmobile schedule for tomorrow, May 10th! An * signifies a private facility stop." (Facebook)
  • Marietta/Belpre Health Department: "Car Seat class this Thursday!! Call today to see if you qualify and reserve your spot! (740)-373-0611 Ext 2301. #mymbh #mariettaoh #belpreoh #carseat #class #community #health" (Facebook)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, Devola: "If you were unable to join us in person you can still watch the messages each week from Putnam Congregational Church. - This message is from May 8th, 2022, and today we continued our series on the "Good News" according to the John the Ap..." (Nextdoor)

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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