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Sorority Fire Arson + Vax Mandates + Devola Sewer Update

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Happy Monday, people of Marietta! Here's everything you need to know going on in town today.

First, the next three days of weather:

  • Monday: Chilly, morning snow showers. High 45, Low 32.
  • Tuesday: Milder with periods of sun. High 55, Low 42.
  • Wednesday: Breezy in the afternoon. High 69, Low 55.

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

Here are the top stories today in Marietta:

  1. The Alpha Xi Delta sorority house fire is being investigated as arson. The fire broke out Tuesday night, but investigators say there were a couple of other nearby fires that look to have been intentionally set. (WTAP)
  2. A number of locals are upset that Memorial Health System is mandating the Covid jab. On Friday protesters lined the street outside the hospital to show their disdain for the mandate. Employees of the hospital must be fully vaccinated by Jan 4 next year, or provide a medical or religious exemption. (WTAP)
  3. There will be a big public update on the status of the Devola Sewer System Tuesday night at Washington State Community College. (Marietta Times)
  4. The Washington County Health Department has just released the latest Covid numbers. (Facebook)
  5. Redrawing congressional districts in Ohio continues to be a contentious issue. The maps proposed right now strongly favor Republicans. (Statehouse News Bureau)

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Marietta Patch Notebook

  • Harmar Village - Marietta, Ohio: ""Morning view from our porch" -- Jimmy Kimmons" (Facebook)
  • Memorial Health System: "Special thank you to Beth and her project for cancer patients, 'Beth's Cancer Care Bag!' During her most recent donation, she explained why she began the project: "I am a cancer survivor who wants to help others starting their cancer jou..." (Facebook)
  • Visit Marietta Ohio: "Looking for a delicious home cooked meal? Make your way to Putnam Street and enjoy The Cozy Kitchen. Open Monday- Saturday they serve up mouthwatering breakfast and lunch with a seasonally changing menu. Yum!" (Facebook)
  • Harmar Village - Marietta, Ohio: "November 14, 2021 1st snow. How 'bout you? " (Facebook)
  • Washington County Health Department: "COVID-19 UPDATE Washington County, OH –November 12, 2021 – The Marietta/Belpre Health Department and Washington County Health Department share the latest information on COVID-19. According to the Ohio Department of Health dashboard, Wash..." (Facebook)
  • Memorial Health System: "Worried you or a loved one may have COVID-19, but don't want to have a full office visit? Stop by Physicians Care Express in Marietta from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday. Learn more by visiting mhsystem.org/coronavirus #..." (Facebook)
  • Washington County Public Library: "Hoopla Bonus Borrows includes titles just for kids! Find the collection online at - https://www.hoopladigital.com/collection/14236" (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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