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Warrant Of The Week + Monkeypox MOV Prep + Ohio Dems Eye Abortion
The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Marietta.
Hello again, hello! I'm back in your inbox this morning with your fresh copy of the Marietta Daily. Let's get this Thursday started off right, with a quick review of everything you need to know about what's going on in town these days...
First, today's weather:
A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 82 Low: 60.
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Here are the top stories today in Marietta:
- James Dale Evans is this week's Washington County Sheriff's Office Warrant of the Week. He's wanted on theft and drug charges along with probation violations. (WCSO)
- Monkeypox hasn't made its way to the area, but The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department is still discussing strategy. (WTAP)
- Democrats in Ohio commit to pushing abortion as a key issue in the upcoming election. Rep. Tim Ryan (Democratic Senate candidate) has been endorsed by Planned Parenthood. (Statenews)
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Today in Marietta:
From my notebook:
- Marietta Ohio: "The Marietta Fire Department will begin flushing hydrants in the areas shown on Monday, July 18. This will include the entire West Side of Marietta and Pike Street/Route 7 North from Wayne Street to Mitchell's Lane. Flushing of the City'..." (Marietta Ohio via Facebook)
- Marietta College: "Following Monday's Active Shooter Response Training Event in Mills Hall, participants from Marietta College PD, Marietta PD, Washington County Sheriff's Office, Ohio State Highway Patrol, Marietta Municipal Court Probation, Marietta Muni..." (Marietta College via Facebook)
- Marietta Country Club: "Attention Girls! Sign up for the 2 Girl Golf Scramble on Saturday September 3rd." (Marietta Country Club via Facebook)
- Memorial Health System: "Memorial Health Foundation hosted the 17th Annual Fashion Show and the 23rd Annual Selby General Hospital Golf Outing earlier this spring. Thanks to YOUR help, both of these events achieved record success! Support Memorial Health Foundat..." (Memorial Health System via Facebook)
- Marietta Area Chamber of Commerce: "Take a look at these little stars at Marietta Dance Academy's Ballerina Princess Camp and Dance Sampler Camp! Interested in learning about other classes MDA provides? Contact them today at 740-374-4348 or admin@mariettadance.com" (Marietta Area Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
- Marietta College: "As part of the 50th-anniversary celebration of Title IX, Tom Perry is speaking to former and current student-athletes, coaches, and individuals who positively impacted women's athletics. In this episode of Title IX at 50, Tom catches up ..." (Marietta College via Facebook)
- Marietta/Belpre Health Department: "It is hard to believe it is time to start talking about school! MBHD can get you ready for the upcoming year! Check with your provider or school to see what vaccinations are required! Call to schedule your appointment! (740)-373-0611 EXT..." (Marietta/Belpre Health Department via Facebook)
- Washington County Public Library: "Here is the Bookmobile schedule for tomorrow, July 14th! An * signifies a private facility stop." (Washington County Public Library via Facebook)
- Washington County Public Library: "If anyone is an example of overcoming adversity, it's #SirErnestShackleton — an Irish Antarctic explorer considered one of the greatest of the 20th century for his bravery and heroism. Read how he and his crew survived the ill-fated expe..." (Washington County Public Library via Facebook)
Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll see you soon!
— 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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