🌱 Pioneers' OAC Victory! + Scout Builds Book Nooks For EVE, Inc.

Happy Monday, Marietta! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 46 Low: 30.

Here are the top three stories in Marietta today:

1. Congratulations to the Marietta Pioneers for winning the Ohio Athletic Conference Tournament championship! The Pioneers faced off against Mount Union at Ban Johnson Arena this Saturday, winning 63-61. The team's next move is to head to the NCAA Tournament, beginning on Friday; the Pioneers will find out their first-round opponent today. (Marietta Times)
2. A Girl Scout completed her Gold Award Project right here in Marietta, building custom "book nooks" for EVE, Incorporated's Child Visitation Center at St. Luke's Lutheran Church. Chloe Amberman, whose grandfather lives in Marietta, holds the city dear to her heart and wanted to give back to the community in a lasting way. EVE, Incorporated is an organization that "seeks to prevent family violence and sexual assault through education and intervention, while providing supportive services to survivors. (WTAP)
3. Ten years ago, Chris Pfeiffer learned to make sourdough bread at an upstate New York bakery before starting his own bakery a couple years later. After launching The Bread Garage and later taking an extended hiatus from the business, Pfeiffer is back — but this time, it's a family affair. Every Saturday, the Pfeiffers head to Marietta's River City Farmers Market to run The Bread Garage, frequently selling out. According to Pfeiffer, the family has learned to "stay positive" amid the long nights that accompany the rewarding work. (WTAP)

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Today in Marietta:

• Operating A CNC Router, Part 1 Of 2 - BB2C Makerspace (Tuesday, Mar. 1, 5:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Six Marietta College professors have recently received tenure. Congratulations to all! (Parkersburg News)
• Marietta's neighbors at the Belpre Public Library are collecting donations for the Humane Society of the Ohio Valley. If you have some extra supplies, please consider making a donation. (Facebook)

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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.