🌱 American Countess Makes Local Stop + Washington County Fair Returns

Hello all. Miranda Fraraccio here with your Tuesday edition of the Marietta Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out all the most important things happening in town these days.

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• Tuesday: A passing afternoon shower. High: 74 Low: 54.
• Wednesday: A couple of morning showers. High: 74 Low: 50.

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Here are the top three stories in Marietta today:

1. The American Countess made its annual stop in Marietta while on its way to Pittsburgh this past weekend. Each year the American Countess departs Louisville for a trip to Pittsburgh that usually takes a week to complete, and will typically make a local stop along the Ohio River. Many community members and local spectators from surrounding areas fill the docks to witness the marvel of this historic, six-deck tall boat in action. (WTAP)
2. The Washington County Fair is officially making its way back to the fairgrounds from Saturday, Sep. 2 to Tuesday, Sep. 5. The event's kick-off typically features their annual parade that goes right down the historic streets of the town, and will feature a variety of different animals, decorations, floats, and entertainment. In addition, the fair will host a Pie Baking Contest that will feature bakers of all ages and pies of different textures, flavors, tastes, and appearances. (The Times Leader)
3. Two high school seniors from Frontier High School have been selected to receive scholarships from the Frontier Alumni Association. Both of the scholarships were presented by President Jeff Beaver at the 19th annual Frontier High School Senior Awards Program, which took place late last month. For the 2023-2024 school year, the association plans to continue handing out two scholarships for graduating seniors to utilize in their future endeavors. (Subscription: Marietta Times)

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Today in and around Marietta:

Tuesday, June 13

• Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Public Meeting at Buckeye Hills Regional Council (7:00 PM)

Wednesday, June 14

• Teen Trivia At South Parkersburg Library, Parkersburg (4:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Looking for your first or next fur-ever friend? The Humane Society of Ohio Valley has a variety of pets available for adoption, including two, seven-year-old cat siblings named Glenn and Maggie who are house-trained and looking for a fur-ever home. (Humane Society of Ohio Valley via Facebook)
• On Saturday, Jun. 24, Washington County's Historical Society will be hosting a yard sale, silent auction, and hotdog lunch at Henry Fearing House. The event will go from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and down the block, the Children's Toy and Doll Museum will be hosting their annual yard sale at the same time. (Visit Marietta Ohio via Facebook)
• Last week, Marietta College's head coach for men's and women's cross country and track and field, Jason Davis, announced his official resignation after seven years of service. During his tenure, Davis achieved significant milestones, including coaching seven All-American teams, guiding a two-time national runner-up in the women's high jump, and mentoring six OAC individual champions in the men's pole vault, among other accomplishments. Marietta College is currently engaged in a nationwide search for a new head coach to lead the teams in the upcoming 2023-24 season. (Marietta College via Facebook)

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— 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.