🌱 Duck Creek Trail Delayed + Two Ohio Colleges Receive Purple Heart

Welcome back, Marietta. I'm here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: A shower and t-storm; humid. High: 78 Low: 56.
• Sunday: Times of clouds and sun. High: 76 Low: 51.

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Here are the top three stories in Marietta today:

1. Marietta Mayor Josh Schlicher has announced that the anticipated reopening of the River Trail also referred to as Duck Creek Trail, has been delayed by at least a month. The original plan was to have the trail reopened in early June, but unforeseen setbacks such as equipment issues and inclement weather have resulted in a revised timeline. The trail, which suffered a collapse in June 2020, just months after its initial opening in October 2019, has remained inaccessible since then. (WTAP)
2. In recognition of their exceptional commitment to supporting veterans, military students, and their families, Marietta College and Washington State Community College have recently achieved the esteemed Purple Star designation. Chancellor Randy Gardner of the Ohio Department of Higher Education commended both institutions for their establishment of organizations catering to the military community. Ohio leads the nation as the first state with 46 schools holding the Purple Star designation, signifying their military-friendly environment. (WTAP)
3. Washington County along with two other Ohio counties will receive funding for seniors who need home repair help. All three counties have been granted $115,000 which will be distributed amongst qualifying homeowners. However, the funds must be used by September 2024. (Sentinel Tribune)

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Today and tomorrow in Marietta:

Saturday, May 13:

• River City Farmer's Market At 200 Butler Street (8:00 AM)

Sunday, May 14:

• Mother's Day Brunch Buffet At Lafayette Hotel (11:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• The Humane Society of the Ohio Valley hosted an amazing event where visitors spent time with many cats and dogs. In addition, the Marietta Community Foundation presented a $16,000 check to the Humane Society, which will be used to construct a building to temporarily house animals whose owners cannot care for them due to domestic violence or health-related issues. (Marietta Area Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
• The Adelphia Summer Concert Series is back in downtown Marietta for the summer! You can find live music, local vendors, and a good time during this seasonal event. A few acts that have been named to perform are Bret Michaels, Craig Morgan, and Kingfish Ingram. (Visit Marietta Ohio via Facebook)
• A friendly reminder - All Washington County Public Libraries will be closed in observance of Memorial Day Monday, May 29. (Washington County Public Library 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.