🌱 West Side Road Closures + New Indoor Activity Facility

Happy Friday, Marietta! Here's everything worth knowing today in town.

First, today's weather:

Clouds breaking and cold. High: 27 Low: 10.

Here are the top two stories today in Marietta:

1. On Thursday, the city of Marietta announced there would be an interruption in water service that will cause road closures on the West Side. These closures will affect Groves Avenue and Lancaster Street. For specific information on road closures contact local authorities. (Marietta Times)
2. A new gym has opened up at the Boys and Girls Club of Washington County. This new indoor facility allows kids and community members to be active throughout the winter. The club is offering various classes for children and adults throughout January. (WTAP)

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Today in Marietta:

• Heat Transfer Vinyl At BB2C Makerspace (5:00 PM)
• Jammie Jam At Marietta Main Street (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Have you had a chance to swing by the new boutique in town the Pioneer Boutique? Located in the heart of downtown Marietta at 106 Front Street you can find graphic t-shirts, customized tumblers, woodworking, fun keychains, and more! (Facebook)
• Memorial Health System: "Our first WATCHMAN procedure patient, Nancy Arnold hopes to soon be off blood thinners entirely! Read the full story at chl.mhsystem.org. #LiveMemorialWell #ExpectMore #PatientStories #LiveLoveMOV #PartnerInHealth" (Facebook)
• On 31 Dec 2021, Deputy Stillson was dispatched to Independence Township, to a report stating Donald Metheney Jr. had assaulted Augustine Brunoni Jr. Deputy Stillson conducted the investigation, speaking with individuals involved. (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.