🌱 Search For Gretchen Fleming Continues + HSOV 80's Themed 'Fur Ball'

Good morning, friends. It's me, Miranda Fraraccio, your host of the Marietta Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with all the most important things happening in our community.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Rain and drizzle in the p.m.. High: 57 Low: 35.
• Wednesday: Mild with low clouds. High: 52 Low: 43.

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Here are the top three stories in Marietta today:

1. In nearby Parkersburg, over 450 people came out to Mountwood Park on Saturday to assist in the search for missing woman Gretchen Fleming. According to Parkersburg Police Chief Matthew Board, "nothing definitive was located" and the investigation will continue. Board expressed his gratitude for the groups and individuals who volunteered in the weekend search. (Parkersburg News)
2. On Saturday, approximately 150 grade-school teachers in Washington County and Wood County received over $16,000 in school supplies. The generous donation came from the Hall Financial Advisors Giving Foundation. Kim Hall of Hall Financial Advisors said the team is "really grateful for the teachers in the area and what they do for our children."(WTAP)
3. The Humane Society of the Ohio Valley is currently accepting ticket and sponsorship orders for the Fur Ball on Saturday, Mar. 25! The fun-filled event, featuring a "Bark to the 80's" theme, will be held at the Marietta Shrine Club from 7:00 p.m. to midnight. Additional information, including event details and order forms, can be found at the link. (Marietta Area Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

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This week in Marietta:

Tuesday, February 7

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Thursday, February 9

• Dairy Producer Meeting At The Washington County Career Center - Adult Technical Training (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Catch the Washington County Public Library Bookmobile tomorrow (Tuesday, Feb. 7)! Visit the link to view a full schedule of stops. (Washington County Public Library via Facebook)
• According to a new Bumper.com study, Ohio ranked No. 29 in the nation for driver fatality rates at 15.18 percent. Could our automated red light and speed cameras be playing a role? See how our state stacks up against the rest of the country in the report. (Bumper.com)
• If you're looking for your next career move, view the latest job openings in and around Marietta. Both full-time and part-time roles are available. (Marietta Patch)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll 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.