🌱 Local Holiday Light Displays + $200K For Marietta College Police

Good morning, Marietta! Like many of you, the Patch staff will be taking some time off for the holiday season, so you may not see as many newsletters in your inbox between now and the New Year. We will resume our normal schedule during the first week of January. For now, here's what you need to know about what's happening around town.

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But first, your weekend weather:

• Saturday: Frigid; breezy in the morning. High: 15 Low: 11.
• Sunday: Partly sunny and very cold. High: 20 Low: 11.
• Monday: Very cold with periods of sun. High: 23 Low: 21.

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Here are the top three stories in Marietta today:

1. Numerous community holiday light decorations in and around the Marietta area have given residents a way to share the Christmas spirit. Noticeable highlights include the Armory in Marietta and Cisler Terrace Park. (Marietta Times)
2. Gov. Mike DeWine announced $9.1 million in funding will go to 13 state law enforcement agencies to help prevent and investigate violent crime in their communities. The Marietta College Police Department is one of the departments slotted to receive funds and is planned to receive nearly $200,000. (Highland County Press)
3. Several warming stations are set to open around the Mid-Ohio valley in preparation for the incoming cold spells. Residents in need of a place to warm up include the Marietta Armory and the Life & Purpose Community Resource Center in Marietta. Belpre Bingo Hall will also open its doors if needed. (WTAP)

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This weekend in Marietta:

Saturday, December 24

• River City Famers Market At 200 Butler Street (8:00 AM)
• Photos With Santa At Grand Central Mall (9:30 AM)
• Christmas Eve Service At Christ Lutheran Church Vienna, West Virginia (6:00 PM)

Sunday, December 25

• Christmas Morning Divine Service At St. Paul Lutheran Church (10:15 AM)

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From my notebook:

• With the incoming freezing temperatures, don't forget about your pets! The Humane Society of Parkersburg gave out several tips on how to keep your furry family members safe. (WTAP)
• Have you had a chance to take a look at the Tour of Lights yet? When roads are safe, bundle up and take a drive to look at the Merry-etta Tour of Lights 2022, and don't forget to vote for your favorite! The contest ends on Dec. 31. (Visit Marietta Ohio via Facebook)
• Are you hoping to have a more sustainable holiday season? Check out this list of environmentally-friendly ideas on how to celebrate the holiday season with the environment in mind. (Washington County Public Library via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday! See you next week for your next update. Happy holidays!

— Miranda Fraraccio

About me: Miranda Fraraccio is a staff writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. She is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, where she earned degrees in Writing & Rhetoric and Communication Studies. In her free time, you can find her traveling, drinking tea, or practicing film photography.