🌱 Marietta College Short Term Cuts + Pets Need New Homes

Hey, people of Marietta! It's me again, Dan Casarella, your host of the Marietta Daily.

First, today's weather:

A bit of morning rain. High: 38 Low: 24.

Here are the top three stories in Marietta today:

1. After a bit of morning rain on Friday, Marietta can expect mild temperatures this weekend. Saturday will be mostly cloudy and chilly with a high of 38 and a low of 21. Sunday will see more sun with a high of 49 and a low of 21. (Marietta Patch)
2. Marietta area residents who are looking for a new pet are in luck! Patch and Petfinder released a new list of available dogs, cats, and other animals that are in need of a home. Check out the listing to see all of these pets. (Marietta Patch)
3. On Tuesday, Marietta College sent a letter to faculty and administration that talked about short-term cuts. The letter stated that while their number one goal is to “enhance the overall student experience" tough decisions will need to be made. What these changes are and when they'll occur was not revealed in the letter, however, it did state that there will be tough conversations in the next 18-24 months. These short-term cuts are due to a drop in enrollment. (Subscription: Marietta Times)

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Today in Marietta:

• Coffee Chat At Marietta Area Chamber of Commerce (3:30 PM)
• Matt VanFossen At Marietta Wine Cellars (6:00 PM)
• The Beau Ideal: John Philip Sousa Becomes An American Musical Icon At The Castle Historic House Museum (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• After a nationwide search, Marietta Main Street has announced Jen Tinkler as its new Executive Director! Formerly the Vice President of the Marietta Main Street Board of Directors, Jen Tinkler brings a wealth of experience in management to the role. (Facebook)
• This is the last weekend to enjoy the Winter Dinner Menu at the Cornerstone Inn. Choose from mouthwatering choices like Homemade cabbage rolls, smothered chicken, and of course they're made from scratch amazing desserts! (Facebook)
• Marietta College's Office of Diversity and Inclusion is pleased to welcome Dr. Alicestyne Turley for a virtual discussion about Marietta and America's Underground Railroad at noon, Friday, Feb. 25. (Twitter)

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— 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.