🌱 Marietta Theater To Appear On PBS + Take A Christmas Eve Cruise

Hello, friends! I'm here with your Thursday edition of the Marietta Daily. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy with a touch of rain. High: 44 Low: 5.

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Here are the top three stories in Marietta today:

1. The Ohio University Singers and Marietta's People's Bank Theatre will be featured in a PBS special. The network's New Year's Eve special "United In Song 2022: Ringing in the New Year Together" features orchestra performances at small theater venues throughout the country. Some of the featured performers at the Marietta show included Rhonda Vincent, Natalie Grant, and other musical luminaries. (WOUB)
2. A routine traffic stop ended in the arrest of a homeless woman. On Dec. 17, officers conducted a traffic stop in Marietta. Jessica Rankin, 45, was arrested at the scene for tampering with evidence, possession of controlled substances, and possession of a drug abuse instrument. Rankin is listed as homeless in official records. (Washington County Sheriff's Office - Marietta, Ohio)
3. On Dec. 23, you can enjoy a holiday feast with a sensational view. The Twelve Days of Christmas Dinner Cruise, at Valley Gem Sternwheeler from 6:00-8:00 p.m., will offer guests a feast they won't soon forget. The event will feature 12 unique dishes to represent the 12 days of Christmas. It's a singular experience that will add a new taste to the holidays. Reservations are required. (Marietta OH)

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Today in and around Marietta:

• Home For The Holidays at The Riveria at the Valley Gem (All Day)
• Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) Training at Center Street in Parkersburg (2:00 PM)
• Open Sew/Machine Basics at BB2C Makerspace (5:30 PM)
• 12 Days Of Giving From Artsbridge at Parker Street in Parkersburg (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Marietta College Women's Basketball team defeated Kean University at the Puerto Rico Clasico! Great job, everyone! (Marietta College via Facebook)
• Keep an eye out for Cash The Elf! He'll be sneaking around local downtown shops — find him and bring him to the Mid-Ohio Valley Employment Office for a cool prize! (Mid-Ohio Valley Employment via Facebook)
• Ready for winter? These tips will help keep you safe and healthy, so you can have a great holiday and a happy New Year! (Marietta/Belpre Health Department via Facebook)

You're officially in the loop for today! See you soon.

— 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.