Ohio Abortions Aborted + Water Main Break+ Mtta Hydrant Flushing

Hello and happy Saturday! I'm back in your inbox this morning with everything you need to know about what's happening in town these days. Here's the lowdown...

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First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 92 Low: 69.

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Here are the top stories in Marietta today:

1. A number of abortion appointments in Ohio are being aborted due to the United States Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe V Wade. Ohio had passed a law banning abortions after six weeks, and that ban is now effective. (Statenews)
2. Part of Marietta is under a water boil advisory after a water main break. (Marietta Ohio via Facebook)
3. The Marietta Fire Department will begin flushing fire hydrants around the city next week. (Marietta Ohio via Facebook)
4. High school students will have a chance to attend a free engineering and science summer camp at Marietta College. (WTAP)
5. Deputies with the Washington County Sheriff's Office gave back, taking part in an American Red Cross blood drive they hosted. (WCSO)

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Today in Marietta:

• Public Reading - Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution (10:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• Harmar Village - Marietta, Ohio: "Thank you, Captain Steve Folmar for the shout out and photos. See ya in September!! June 24, 2022 - 12:30 pm The Lady Carmina passing Marietta on her way to Charleston for their Sternwheel Regatta. You can follow her journey via https://..." (Harmar Village - Marietta, Ohio via Facebook)
• Marietta Ohio: "The Marietta Fire Department will begin flushing hydrants in the area shown on Monday, June 27. Flushing of the City's fire hydrants is necessary to purge our water mains of accumulated mineral deposits that have built up over a period o..."
• Marietta Noon Lions: "Who is a lion? Lions are people who want to make a difference in our community, giving their time, talents and sometimes treasures to make the world a better place. We're not here for awards, but somethings are worth celebrating! Today, ..." (Marietta Noon Lions via Facebook)
• Marietta College: "Marietta College is conducting a free Engineering and Science Summer Camp for high-school-age students from July 11-15. However, to attend the camp, students must be nominated by a high school counselor or high school science teacher. Le..." (Marietta College via Facebook)
• Visit Marietta Ohio: "This weekend and next... don't miss Kiss Mem Kate at the Peoples Bank Theatre in Marietta!!" (Visit Marietta Ohio via Facebook)
• Marietta/Belpre Health Department: "In honor of Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month, share how Alzheimer's has impacted your life. Comment below, share our post, or however you would like to share your story with us! Your story could help someone having a rough day, feelin..." (Marietta/Belpre Health Department via Facebook)
• The Castle - Marietta, Oh: "LAST DAY FOR REGISTRATION: Our history campers will get a chance to learn the most important aspect of becoming an explorer - finding your way to the destination. In this activity, campers will learn how to read a map and navigate their ..." (The Castle - Marietta, Oh via Facebook)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with another 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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