Riverfront Roar This Friday, State Budget, Warrant Of The Week
Remember that our unalienable rights of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness are granted by our Creator, not government ~ Congressman Bill Johnson
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Here’s the weather for the upcoming week courtesy of Accuweather
Here is the latest local news Marietta.
The Riverfront Roar is coming back to Marietta!
It kicks off this Friday and runs through Sunday. The beer garden and food vendors open at 5pm on Friday. Music starts at 6pm and goes through midnight. For a full list of events check out their website. (Riverfront Roar)
Governor Mike DeWine is expected to sign the $86-billion state budget later this week. This includes over $3-billion in tax cuts. The budget also strips power from the state school board, bans flavored vapes, and sets up a school voucher system. (Statenews)
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is looking for Charles Elwood Corp.
He’s wanted on drug charges and failing to appear in court. Anyone who spots him is asked to call law enforcement. (WCSO)
Hope everyone had a happy Fourth of July. The day that we celebrate our successful insurrection and uprising against an unjust and uncaring government! Also wishing you a happy fourth is Marietta Mayor Josh Schlicher, Governor Mike DeWine, LT Gov Jon Husted, Senator JD Vance, Ohio AG Dave Yost, and most other local and state officials.
Here are some other things to keep in mind
If you have a kid under the age of 5, sign them up for the Ohio Imagination Library.
Dolly Parton’s foundation will make sure they get a free book every month! (Imagination Library)
Your friends at the local health department have some advice for how to stay safe this summer.
Tick season is here. Keep an eye out for these little bastards.
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Here are gas prices from around town, courtesy of Gasbuddy.com
And always remember to reach out to me with news tips. The tipline is open. I cannot promise that every tip will materialize into a story, but I’ll do what I can with what I get. Send tips to Marietta.independent@gmail.com
A little about me. My name is Chris Schmitt. I’m from Marietta, I went to Marietta High School and graduated from Ohio University with a degree in Journalism. I wrote for WOUB, Southeast Ohio Magazine, a slew of newspapers in Virginia, and was a national radio correspondent for IHeartRadio. I also started the Marietta Ohio Patch and until recently authored the daily newsletter. I say these things not to brag, but just to let you know, I’m not a hack… or if I am, less so than ANY other writer in the area.