🌱 Port Authority Update + Ohio 7 Tree Removal + All-Out-Roll-Out

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

First, today's weather:

A little rain; breezy, cooler. High: 59 Low: 41.

Here are the top three stories today in Marietta:

1. Marietta City Council was given an update by the Southeastern Ohio Port Authority. The city hopes to purchase a building downtown to host the port authority offices within five years. Additionally, more port authority workers have been hired. (Marietta Times)
2. The removal of a tree on Ohio 7 may affect Marietta drivers. The tree removal will be taking place between Ohio 807 and Dana Road on County Road 244. Traffic will be regulated by flaggers. (Marietta Times)
3. Spring maintenance tasks are underway in Marietta, according to Mayor Schlicher. The city is part-way through its "All-Out Roll Out" program, which involves trimming trees, repaving sidewalks, repainting city buildings and crosswalks, and other maintenance repairs. Mayor Schlicher also discussed a "makeover" of Gold Star Park, which involves a new facility, tennis courts, LED lights, and more. (WTAP)

Today in Marietta:

• River City Farmers Market At 200 Butler Street (8:00 AM)
• Shake Your Shamrocks At Rockstar Wellness Marietta (10:30 AM)
• Lil' Ed & The Blues Imperials At Lafayette Hotel (4:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Four River Boats visiting us this summer! Marietta will be having visits by the American Heritage (formally known as Queen of the Mississippi), American Countess, American Queen, and The American Duchess. (Facebook)
• Marietta College Men's and Women's Rowing both open their spring racing seasons at home this weekend. The men race Purdue in the annual Challenge Cup. The women race Dayton and Purdue. (Twitter)
• Congratulations to Marietta College Baseball's Zach Boyd (DH) and Sam Mathews (RP) on being named to the D3 Baseball Team of the Week. (Twitter)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll catch up with you bright and early Monday with a new update.

— 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.