🌱 'Discover Law Enforcement Day' A Success + Local Volunteers Needed

Hello all. It's me, Michelle Paul, your host of the Marietta Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with all the most important things happening in town these days.

But first, your local weather:

• Thursday: Partly sunny. High: 83 Low: 50.
• Friday: Not as warm; a p.m. t-storm. High: 74 Low: 62.

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Here are the top three stories today in Marietta:

1. Building Bridges to Careers hosted its yearly "Discover Law Enforcement Day" at Washington State Community College, giving high school students a chance to engage with local law enforcement agencies. The event not only highlighted the diverse opportunities within the field but also offered interactive experiences, such as a distracted driver simulator and interactions with the Marietta Police Department K-9 unit. The growing interest in law enforcement careers is of great significance as agencies currently grapple with recruitment challenges and seek to attract new applicants. (WTAP)
2. The Marietta-Washington County Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) is emphasizing the importance of community involvement in promoting tourism. With a rich history and various attractions, the area attracts thousands of visitors annually who come to enjoy festivals, bike trails, and historic landmarks. Mike Ryan of the CVB highlighted the importance of community engagement, suggesting that visitors are more likely to remember the people they meet and interact with during their visit. Ryan is encouraging locals to volunteer. (WTAP)
3. The Ohio State University Extension in Washington County has revealed the winners of the yearly 4-H College Scholarship Awards. These scholarships are granted to high school seniors or college freshmen who have been active members of 4-H for a minimum of three years. Selected by the Washington County 4-H Endowment Committee, the recipients will receive scholarships ranging from $250 to $500 to pursue their education in diverse fields at institutions including the University of Rio Grande, Marshall University, Otterbein University, Muskingum University, and Washington State Community College. (Marietta Times)

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Today and tomorrow in Marietta:

Thursday, May 11

• Business After Hours At Humane Society Of The Ohio Valley (5:00 PM)

Friday, May 12

• The Kingston Trio At Peoples Bank Theatre (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Marietta Memorial Hospital and Belpre Medical Campus were acknowledged as one of the nation's largest providers of advanced wound care. The centers in Marietta and Belpre have been award-winning centers for wound care for three years in a row. (Memorial Health System via Facebook)
• Looking to switch careers or interested in a new job? Take a look at these five new jobs listed in the Marietta area this week at the link! (Mid-Ohio Valley Employment via Facebook)
• Check out today's May 11 Bookmobile schedule! The Bookmobile will drive around town from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and has five stops planned. (Washington County Public Library via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday! I'll be back in your inbox soon with another update.

— Michelle Paul

About me: Michelle Paul is a Utah-based writer and photographer with a professional background in content management and registered nursing. When not working on projects ranging from photo editing to copywriting, they enjoy traveling, video games, and expanding their skills.