🌱 Pioneers Advance In OAC + Local Student Donates Stem Cells

Hello all! Miranda Fraraccio here with your Saturday edition of the Marietta Patch newsletter, filled with all the things you need to know about what's happening locally.

But first, today's weather:

Clouds breaking for some sun. High: 51 Low: 31.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Marietta:

1. The Marietta College Pioneers defeated the John Carroll Blue Streaks during the men's basketball matchup on Thursday night. The Marietta team came back from a 39-21 deficit at halftime to secure a narrow 79-75 victory over the host team. The victory secured the Pioneers' advancement in the Ohio Athletic Conference tournament semifinals. (Marietta Times)
2. A football player from Marietta College is being hailed as a hero for donating his stem cells to a stranger earlier this year. Senior offensive lineman Jack Wallace says he was inspired to sign up for the "Be The Match" program because of his head coach. Wallace's donated stem cells were used to help the anonymous recipient fight cancer. (WTAP)
3. A woman in nearby Parkersburg was arrested earlier this month after police discovered heroin in her vehicle during a traffic stop. The incident occurred on Saturday, Feb. 4, when troopers arrested Cassandra Buser following a search. Buser has been charged with possession with the intent to distribute heroin, possession of less than 15 grams of marijuana, and multiple traffic violations. (WBOY.com)

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Today in Marietta:

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

From my notebook:

• Marietta College congratulates Heather Sowards and Marilee Morrow, who were recently awarded the John G. and Jeanne McCoy Teaching Excellence Professorship distinction during the 2023 Founders Day ceremony. (Marietta College via Facebook)
• In the mood for some seafood? The Riviera at the Valley Gem is hosting a Friday Night Seafood Buffet every Friday, except St. Patrick's Day, until Easter! Click here to learn more and make your reservation. (Visit Marietta Ohio via Facebook)
• The Marietta Makery is hosting a beginner stained glass workshop on Monday, Feb. 26. Stop by at 5:30 p.m. to learn the art of cutting glass and create your own window art piece. (AllEvents)

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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.