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Warrant Of The Week + Bail Reform Delay + Medal Of Valor

The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Marietta.

(Patch Media)

Up and at 'em, Marietta! Here's everything you need to know to get this Thursday started off right.


First, today's weather:

A stray afternoon t-storm. High: 84 Low: 62.


Here are the top stories today in Marietta:

  1. Anthony Cameron Williams is this week's Washington County Sheriff's Office warrant of the week. He's wanted for failure to register or send notice of intent (sex offender). (WCSO)
  2. A bill to change bail laws in Ohio has been delayed. Leaders say they need more time to have conversations. (Statenews)
  3. A Southeast Ohio man has been awarded the Medal of Valor by the President Joe Biden. His name is Officer Dalton Rushing, he's from Glouster, and he's being awarded for heroic actions in Perry County. (WOUB)

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Today in Marietta:


From my notebook:

  • Harmar Village - Marietta, Ohio: "May 17, 2022 Stats: just for fun What post reached 333,656? Who interacts the most: men or women? What countries show an interest in Harmar Village & Marietta? " (Facebook)
  • Rotary Club of Marietta District 6690: "Marietta Noon Rotary's Safetytown is back!" (Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday! See you all tomorrow for your next 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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