Community Corner
Ohio Congressional Map Drama + FCC General + Right To Life Medical
The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Marietta.
Hello all! I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through everything you need to know about what's happening in town these days. Keep scrolling for the scoop.
First, today's weather:
Humid with periods of sun. High: 89 Low: 73.
Here are the top stories in Marietta today:
- The Ohio Supreme Court has struck down the congressional district map that was already used for the May primary and was set to be in use for the November election. It isn't clear what the implications are for this yet. (Statenews)
- Southeast Ohio Congressman Bill Johnson is calling on President Joe Biden to nominate an FCC Inspector General. (Bill Johnson)
- Mike Gonidakis, president of Ohio Right to Life, is to be renominated to the state medical board. (Statenews)
- The first dispensary in West Virginia is about to open. It is only for WV residents. (WTAP)
- Check the Washington County Sheriff's Office to see if someone you know is wanted on an active arrest warrant! (WCSO)
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Today in Marietta:
From my notebook:
- Harmar Village - Marietta, Ohio: "NOW & THEN ['63 - '69] The NOW pic is the section of Greene Street to the left of the MARIETTA hedge & landscaping [intersection of 7th, Greene & Pike]. It's the approximate location of the former Stadium Atlantic gas station. The str..." (Harmar Village - Marietta, Ohio via Facebook)
- The Castle - Marietta, Oh: "Here is one piece of Jessie's silver which was donated back to the house. This is what's called a "muffineer." The perforated top allows you to sprinkle salt or sugar onto food… like muffins. 😋" (The Castle - Marietta, Oh via Facebook)
- Memorial Health System: "Workout with us through our Facebook Live exercise classes! 💙 Where: Memorial Health System Facebook Page. When: Fridays from 11 to 11:45 a.m. 💙 Classes can be accessed afterwards in the "Videos" section under the playlist: "Move!" o..." (Memorial Health System via Facebook)
You're officially in the loop for today! See you tomorrow for 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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