🌱 O’Neill Center Grant + Marietta Memorial Files Lawsuit Against WVU

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• Thursday: Cooler with showers around. High: 74 Low: 60.
• Friday: Cloudy, a thunderstorm; humid. High: 75 Low: 62.

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Here are the top three stories in Marietta today:

1. The O’Neill Center has received a national grant from the National Council on Aging to promote vaccinations for older adults. The grant will be used to provide trusted information, support transportation to vaccine appointments, and host vaccine clinics in the coming weeks. O’Neill Center Director Connie Huntsman emphasized the importance of vaccines in protecting the health of the vulnerable population in Washington County. (Subscription: Marietta Times)
2. Marietta Memorial Hospital has filed a lawsuit against WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center and the West Virginia University Health System, alleging that they supported the filing of false complaints that resulted in doctors refusing to work for Memorial. The suit claims that former executives and a physician affiliated with Camden Clark made false accusations against Memorial, knowing that they were untrue and with the backing of some leaders at Camden Clark and WVU Hospitals. Memorial Hospital is seeking compensatory, consequential, and punitive damages in the lawsuit. (Parkersburg News & Sentinel)
3. Marietta high school seniors Kiera Starcher, Abby Miller, and Shelby Wagner have been recognized by the Kiwanis Club of Marietta with scholarships for their academic achievements and service contributions. Kiera received the Lester E. Noe Scholarship for her outstanding GPA and dedication to the Key Club, while Abby and Shelby received scholarships for their involvement in Key Club and various leadership roles in school. These students have demonstrated exceptional commitment to their education and community, and they have bright futures ahead as they pursue higher studies and careers in fields like biology, physical therapy, and healthcare. (Subscription: Marietta Times)

Today and tomorrow in Marietta:

Thursday, June 22

• Junior Open Sew Studio At BB2C Makerspace (5:30 PM)

Friday, June 23

• Reproductive Rights Amendment Petition At Washington County Democratic Party (3:00 PM)
• Christone Kingfish Ingram At The Adelphia Music Hall (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Memorial Health System is offering free sports physicals at their Wayne Street Medical Campus on Jun. 29. To schedule an appointment, individuals are directed to visit their website. Individuals must bring a parent form obtained from their school or physician. (Memorial Health System via Facebook)
• Marietta Main Street's Public Art Committee is hosting Create for a Cause: Live Art at the Armory during First Friday, featuring ten local artists painting one-of-a-kind pieces that will be available for a silent auction. The event aims to raise funds for public art installations in downtown Marietta, and the finished paintings will be displayed at Marietta Makery after the event. (Marietta Main Street via Facebook)
• The Marietta Fire Department will resume hydrant flushing after a temporary pause due to a water main break. Customers are advised to be cautious of discolored water and are recommended to flush their cold water lines if they experience brown or milky water, with further assistance available by contacting the Water Treatment Plant. (Marietta Ohio 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.