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Good morning Marietta! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • When you can catch Marietta College's free Wilde comedy in the park
  • How a July fair will change summer plans for Washington County families
  • What's planned for Marietta's 50th Ohio River Sternwheel Festival?

Also on today's calendar: Fall Native Plant Propagation Course (Morning & Afternoon Sessions) and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 88 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: A shower and t-storm; humid, temps: high: 75, low: 62.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 80 and low of 62 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Wilde's 'The Importance of Being Earnest' comes to Muskingum Park (mariettatimes.com) — Marietta College is bringing a free outdoor production of Oscar Wilde's "The Importance of Being Earnest" to the Muskingum Park gazebo, with evening shows starting Thursday and continuing on select dates through Sept. 19. Residents can enjoy a family-friendly classic under the stars, timed to complement Sternwheel Festival activities and showcasing Marietta students' work with British dialects and fast-paced comedy.
   

2. Washington County Fair moves to July in 2027 (newsandsentinel.com) — The Washington County Fair in Marietta will shift from Labor Day weekend to a six-day run July 12-17 starting in 2027, aiming for more rides, entertainment, and less crowding. Local families and exhibitors say the change could ease school conflicts and vacation planning, though some worry about hotter weather and adjusting livestock schedules.
   

3. Riverfront comes alive ahead of Sternwheel Festival (newsandsentinel.com) — Marietta's riverfront is already buzzing as boats and visitors arrive early for this weekend's 50th Ohio River Sternwheel Festival along the renovated levee. Locals and longtime visitors are gathering for fireworks, boat races, live entertainment, and family activities, with many eager to explore the upgraded waterfront during the three-day celebration.
   

4. Marietta cuts ribbon on new Levee Park (wtap.com) — Marietta's revamped Levee Park is now open, following a $9.4 million upgrade that adds new seating, accessibility, and landscaping along the riverfront. Local and state leaders say the project will spur future development, and the levee will host Friday's 9/11 remembrance and this weekend's 50th Sternwheel Festival.
   

5. WSCO alumnus helping next generation of physical therapist assistants (wtap.com) — From Marietta, Washington State College of Ohio graduate Ryan Graham has turned his love of sports medicine into a career helping patients regain independence. Now a physical therapist assistant and clinical education coordinator, he mentors new PTA students across the region, showing how a local WSCO education can lead directly to hands-on healthcare careers close to home.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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