Serious Crash + Covid Rising + Devola Sewer Update

Happy Tuesday, people of Marietta! Let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note.

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First, the next three days of weather:

• Tuesday: Milder with periods of sun. High 55, Low 42.
• Wednesday: Breezy in the afternoon. High 69, Low 55.
• Thursday: Rain in the morning and afternoon. High 63, Low 39.

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Cheapest gas in town:

• Speedway on Seventh Street, $3.23
• Go Mart on Pike Street, $3.23
• Speedway on 2nd Street, $3.23
• BP & Dutchess on Pike Street, $3.23
• Speedway on Muskingum Drive, $3.23
• Marathon on Muskingum Drive, $3.23

For a full list click here.
The average price of gas in Ohio is $3.26

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Here are the top stories in Marietta today:

1. The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle crash that injured multiple people. The crash took place around Athens and the injuries were said to be serious. (WTAP)
2. Covid cases are trending up in the Buckeye State once again despite a majority of eligible Ohioans being fully vaccinated. (Statehouse News Bureau)
3. There will be a big public update on the status of the Devola Sewer System at 7 pm tonight at Washington State Community College. (Marietta Times)
4. Ohio's Attorney General is suing Facebook. He says the tech giant misrepresented itself to investors and cost the state's largest pension fund millions of dollars. (Statehouse News Bureau)
5. The Washington County Sheriff's Office is hiring two deputies. (WCSO)

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Marietta Patch Notebook

• Harmar Village - Marietta, Ohio: "ca 1970 Surplus Sales 132 Greene St Marietta "In 1970, Merv Wendelken operated Junk Store #2, also known as Surplus Sales, at 132 Greene Street in Marietta. Dealing with army and manufacturing surplus, the business offered everything ima..." (Facebook)
• Marietta College: "It's National Philanthropy Day, and we'd like to thank the 7,000+ alumni and friends who have supported Marietta College with a gift in the past year. Your generosity helps secure a bright future for today's Pioneers while preserving and..." (Facebook)
• Memorial Health System: "Watch for your opportunity to strengthen our foundation and help us help others! #MemorialGives #Community #MemorialHealthFoundation #WeAreMemorial #LiveLoveMOV #Together #GivingTuesday" (Facebook)
• Washington County Sheriff's Office - Marietta, Ohio: "On 12 Nov 2021 Deputy Wallace was responding to an incident in Barlow Township. While en route Deputy Wallace was advised that the subject in question was leaving the residence. The subject was located driving erratically and almost caus..." (Facebook)
• Rotary Club of Marietta District 6690: "It's a wrap! The first annual ROTARY RUSH was a great success, netting nearly $20,000 to support our club programs in the coming year. Heartfelt thanks to generous sponsors, attendees and volunteers. An overflow crowd enjoyed fellowship,..." (Facebook)
• Marietta Area Chamber of Commerce: "We've got a full line up of events this week that you're going to want to attend! Wednesday, we have the monthly Mid Ohio Valley Safety Council meeting at 11AM & then join us at the Marietta Community Foundation for Business After Hours ..." (Facebook)
• The Marietta Times: "Wood County Sheriff Steve Stephens is retiring effective Dec. 1, according to a letter dated Friday and submitted to the County Commission this morning. https://www.mariettatimes.com/news/2021/11/wood-county-sheriff-to-retire/" (Facebook)
• Washington County Public Library: "Looking for inspiring #kidlit? Celebrate #YoungReadersWeek with this top 10 children's book list: bit.ly/3AlEACO @NewsBank #NewsBank #November2021" (Facebook)
• Washington County Public Library: "Here is the Bookmobile schedule for tomorrow, November 16th! An * signifies a private facility stop." (Facebook)
• Marietta Ohio: "City Council Committee 11-9-21" (Facebook)
• Marietta Ohio: "City Council Committee 11-9-21 Part 2" (Facebook)
• Marietta Ohio: "Council Committee 11-10-21" (Facebook)

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— 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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