🌱 100 Cats Rescued From Home + 8th Annual BrAva Mom Prom Ticket Sale

Hey, friends! I'm here with your Monday edition of the Marietta Patch newsletter, filled with everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and mild. High: 57 Low: 27.

Are you a business owner or marketer in Marietta who wants to build awareness, connect with customers and increase sales? If that's you, then I invite you to see how our newsletter sponsorships combine our local audience reach with your expertise to attract new customers. Click here to learn more.

Here are the top 3 stories in Marietta today:

1. Around 100 cats have been rescued in Washington County following an eviction. A realtor for the home contacted the Human Society of the Ohio Valley to report the significant number of cats. The Washington County Sheriff's Office helped to safely collect the cats and bring them to the Washington County Fairgrounds for evaluation by local veterinarians. The Humane Society of the Ohio Valley asks that anyone able to donate to support the cats do so. (WTAP)
2. Tickets for the 8th annual BrAva Mom Prom will go on sale online at 7 p.m. on Feb. 26. The popular event, taking place on Apr. 21 at the Washington County Multipurpose Building, is a benefit to raise money for those affected by childhood cancers. According to BrAva Vice President Erin Roberts, over $49,000 was raised at last year's event. She hopes to raise even more this year. Tickets are $50 and will be available on Eventbrite. (News and Sentinel)
3. Whether you're looking for a romantic restaurant for you and your partner or the perfect night out to celebrate Galentine's Day, Washington County has a large number of options to choose from this week. Head to Benny & Babe on the 14th for a special dinner, or visit Cornerstone Inn Restaurant for family night. A full list of events can be found here. (Marietta Ohio)

From our sponsor:

Today’s Marietta Patch newsletter is brought to you in part by T-Mobile. T-Mobile has invested billions to light up their best network ever, covering 99% of people in America with LTE, which helps to keep communities like ours informed and connected. We thank T-Mobile for their support and for making today’s Marietta Patch newsletter possible.

Today in Marietta:

• Free Drink & Book Talk At Lock #4 Coffee Shop, Beverly (4:30 PM)
• Single Mingle At Riviera At The Valley Gem (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Rotary Club of Marietta will award $20,000 in scholarships this year. Scholarships will help support qualifying students to be used for college or advanced technical school. Applications must be postmarked or delivered no later than April 4. Find details here. (Rotary Club of Marietta District 6690 via Facebook)
• A local food box is stocked, thanks to the Marietta Noon Lions. With the guidance of GoPacks and the Gospel Mission Food Pantry, the Lions were able to decide what items were needed most and stocked the food box with over 100 food items for those in need. The Boys & Girls Club of Washington County assisted with the storage and stocking. (Marietta Noon Lions via Facebook)
• Savor your just desserts with an artful pairing of rich, handcrafted chocolates and an assortment of fine wines curated by The Galley's own sommelier on Thursday, Feb. 23 at 7:30 p.m. Visit the link to learn more or reserve your spot. (The Galley Marietta)

More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured events:

• T-Mobile Tuesdays: Fresh Perks Every Week (February 14)
• Add your event

Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with a new update!

— Miranda Fraraccio

About me: Miranda Fraraccio is a staff writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. She is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, where she earned degrees in Writing & Rhetoric and Communication Studies. In her free time, you can find her traveling, drinking tea, or practicing film photography.