Heated School Board Meeting+ Oil Spill Investigation+ Crash Death

Up and at 'em, Marietta! Let's get you all caught up to start this Tuesday off on an informed note. Here's what's going on today in Marietta.

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First, what the next three days of weather look like:

• Tuesday: Clear throughout the day. High of 91, Low of 64.
• Wednesday: Clear throughout the day. High of 93, Low of 67.
• Thursday: Humid and partly cloudy throughout the day. High of 91, Low of 69.

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Cheapest gas in town:

• Speedway on Seventh Street, $2.97.
• Kroger on Acme Street, $2.97.
• GetGo on Pike Street, $2.97.
• Speedway on Second Street, $2.97.
• Marathon on Pike Street, $2.97.

For a full list click here.
The average gas price in Ohio today is $2.92

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Here are the top stories today in Marietta:

1. Parents turned out to the Marietta City School District board of education meeting in droves. There were a lot of things parents were angry about, masks or lack thereof, curriculum, possible premature renewal of the superintendent's contract. (Marietta Patch)
2. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is investigating a lake near Marietta that's become contaminated with crude oil. It isn't known where the oil is from, but there is an abandoned well nearby, and an injection well not too far away. (Columbus Dispatch)
3. A Marietta man is dead after a crash in Williamstown. Authorities say it was a pedestrian versus automobile accident. The victim is only being identified as a 55-year-old Marietta resident. (WTAP)
4. Mayor Josh Schlicher talks about what's going on this week in Marietta. (Marietta Patch)
5. A McConnelsville man is going to prison. Yesterday, 40-year-old Robert Wells was sentenced to 11-years for felony assault and breaking and entering. (Marietta Times)

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Marietta Patch Notebook

• Harmar Village - Marietta, Ohio: "Queen of the Mississippi on the Ohio River Photo courtesy of Danny Carpenter" (Facebook)
• Marietta College: "Neuberger and Gallagher named D3football.com Preseason All-America #PioNation #BringForthAPioneer #d3fb #d3football" (Facebook)
• Marietta City Schools - Marietta, Ohio: "Again, everything comes with a challenge. That's probably why Winston Churchill said the famous words, "Never, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, give up." Remember, there's no defeat in trying and failing because it's a chance to learn..." (Facebook)
• Marietta Noon Lions: "We are proud to be the host site again this year for this 5k! Sign up today to support pediatric cancer research in Ohio!" (Facebook)
• Washington County Public Library: "Here is the Bookmobile schedule for tomorrow, August 24th! An * signifies a private facility stop." (Facebook)
• The Castle - Marietta, Oh: "Volunteer with us! The Castle offers a great outlet for those interested in bringing history to life for the many visitors to our historic house! Volunteer tour guides (aka docents) receive training and support materials to make for an e..." (Facebook)
• Marietta/Belpre Health Department: "Press Conference on COVID-19 and Respiratory Illnesses in Children" (Facebook)
• Marietta/Belpre Health Department: "In the Press Release that was posted over the weekend one of the documents was incorrect. Below is the corrected document reflecting the cases per 100,000 residents." (Facebook)

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Events:

• Protecting our police K9's (August 29)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday off right! I'll see you soon. If you're loving these newsletters, consider bringing some friends and neighbors along for the ride. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— 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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