🌱 Warming Station Resolution Passed + New Firefighters Sworn In

Welcome back, Marietta! Let's get this day started. Here's everything worth knowing in town today.

First, today's weather:

Milder; breezy in the p.m. High: 47 Low: 33.

Here are the top three stories today in Marietta:

1. At Monday night's Marietta City Council meeting, a new warming station resolution was passed. Citizens had been concerned about the safety of the warming stations at the Armory and the community building at Gold Star Park. The resolution that was passed establishes hours and safety and security protocols for any building that becomes a warming station at its discretion. (WTAP-TV)
2. At a ceremony on Monday afternoon, two new Marietta firefighters were sworn in and two officers were promoted to captain and Lieutenant. Mayor Josh Schlicher was in attendance for the swearing of new officers Daniel Allen and Stephanie Boso. Additionally, Officer Eric Moore was promoted to captain and Matthew Alloway was promoted to lieutenant. (WTAP-TV)
3. Marietta art lovers are in luck, as The Parkersburg Art Center will host its annual Y’Art Sale this Saturday. The event will run from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday at the center at Eighth and Market streets in Parkersburg. The Y’Art Sale collects high-quality pieces donated to the center to generate funds to support the community with arts outreach programs. (Subscription: Marietta Times)

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Today in Marietta:

• National Pizza Day Cooking Class At Belpre Medical Campus (3:30 PM)
• Bible Classes for All Ages At Sunrise Church Of Christ (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Marietta College Men's Basketball moved up one spot to No. 2 in the D3hoops.com Top-25. This is the highest ever ranking for the Pioneers. (Facebook)
• Due to building repairs, the Local History & Genealogy Department will be closed to the public from Thursday, Feb. 10 through Wednesday, Feb. 16. You may still contact LH&G staff by phone and email during that time. (Facebook)
• Mark your calendars and be sure to be in downtown Marietta this Friday for February First Friday: Downtown Date Night. With Valentines Day right around the corner, it's the perfect evening to do some shopping and dining at your favorite local establishment with that one you love! (Facebook)

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

— 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.