🌱 Firefighter Dies In Collision + Tigers Lose To Parkersburg

Happy Tuesday, Marietta! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening locally today.

EDITOR'S NOTE: A previous version of this newsletter mistakenly included a story from Marietta, Georgia. It has been removed and replaced.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and cold. High: 28 Low: 19.

Here are the top two stories in Marietta today:

1. A firefighter from the Salem Township Volunteer Fire Department died in a head-on collision near State Route 821 near Marietta. The accident is under investigation. There were no other people involved in the crash. (Marietta Times)
2. The Marietta Tigers narrowly lost a home game to the Parkersburg Big Reds on Monday evening with a final score of 68 to 63. This loss put the Tigers at 4-9 on the season. The team's next game is against Dover on Friday night. (WTAP)

Today in Marietta:

• Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Launch At YMCA (6:30 PM)
• Bent Whiskey At The WV Polo Club (9:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The 2022 Marietta-Washington County Visitor Guides have arrived! These guides are filled with information on places to stay, things to do, places to eat, and more! (Facebook)
• Although they were closed to move locations, The Bakery and Coffeehouse in Williamstown is back and open for business. (Facebook)
• Check out the daily Covid-19 update for Washington County. (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday. I'll see you soon!

— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He’s produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia’s sports teams.