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Historic House Tree + Heat Watch + Marietta Debris

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Hello and happy Wednesday. I'm back in your inbox this morning with everything you need to know about what's happening in Marietta.

First, today's weather:

Very hot with a stray t-storm. High: 96 Low: 73.

Here are the top stories in Marietta today:

  1. The historic Anchorage House was almost hit by a tree knocked down by the thunderstorm. (WTAP)
  2. Washington County is under an excessive heat watch until Thursday night. The valley will experience dangerously high temperatures, it could feel as hot as 110. (WCSO)
  3. Marietta Mayor Josh Schlicher says that the city is working hard to clear up the debris and trees downed by the storm. (Marietta Ohio via Facebook)
  4. Camp Hervida is set to kick off their 100 year celebration. (Marietta Times)
  5. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed a $3.5 billion capital budget into law. He says a majority will be paid in cash, not bonded as usual. (Statenews)

Today in Marietta:

From my notebook:

  • Harmar Village - Marietta, Ohio: "WOW! What a light show! Sirens going off in Marietta. Thousands without power. How did YOU fare from last night's intense storm? Photo courtesy of Kenny Zurcher" (Harmar Village - Marietta, Ohio via Facebook)
  • Washington County Public Library: "Here is the Bookmobile schedule for tomorrow, June 15th! An * signifies a private facility stop." (Washington County Public Library via Facebook)
  • Memorial Health System: "Attention Patients: We are happy to announce that the power at our Wayne Street Medical Campus and clinics on Pike Street (Physicians Care Express and Pike Street Diagnostics) has been restored. Please note that our clinics are fully ope..." (Memorial Health System via Facebook)
  • Marietta/Belpre Health Department: "HOT, HOT, HOT! That is the forecast for the next few days. Some record breaking highs in the 90's, feeling like 100+! Please be advised to spend short periods of time outdoors, drink a lot of water, and do not leave pets and/or children ..." (Marietta/Belpre Health Department via Facebook)
  • Memorial Health System: "Join us on June 15 for FARMacy WV in Sistersville, West Virginia for our first produce distribution and activity session of the season! This year-long program is a unique opportunity that combines education in lifestyle change principles..." (Memorial Health System via Facebook)
  • The Castle - Marietta, Oh: "Space is limited and pre-registration required by June 17. https://mariettacastle.org/events/" (The Castle - Marietta, Oh via Facebook)
  • Washington County Public Library: "Beat the heat the next few days by staying inside and read/listen/watch titles from this hot summer lineup for adults from Hoopla! - https://www.hoopladigital.com/collection/15622" (Washington County Public Library via Facebook)
  • Marietta High School Cross Country: "PLEASE NOTE THE TIME CHANGE! Due to the hot temperatures predicted we are now meeting at 6:30 and will keep it short and sweet! Make sure you bring water!" (Marietta High School Cross Country via Facebook)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, Ohio River Scenic Byway: "My kitty Inky hasn't been home in several days. - We live at 121 High St on Harmar hill. He's chipped, neutered, and has an orange collar. 740-538-1181" (Nextdoor)

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You're all caught up for today! See you all tomorrow for your next update.

— 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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