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FMC column: Life-saving AEDs gifted to local communities
“Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much” is a famous quote from Helen Keller that describes the importance of people coming together to achieve a common goal. On June 6, our community had the opportunity to see just how true this statement is when...
Upcoming road construction: How will your commute be impacted?
LANCASTER — The following Ohio Department of Transportation projects could impact your drive. U.S. Route 33 median improvement - Installation of cable barrier along US 33 in Franklin and Fairfield counties from Gender Road to the emergency turn-around between Hill-Diley and Pickerington Road. Estimated completion is October 2024. New impacts: Motorists can expect shoulder closures along U.S. 33 for the installation of cable barriers.
Lancaster Festival, CAPA Summer Movies, MLS All-Star Game and More Things to Do in July
Summertime in Central Ohio overflows with performances, local entertainers and legendary national acts. Here is a curated selection of seasonal cultural highlights for July, including a spotlight profile on the annual Lancaster Festival. Lancaster Festival. Lancaster Festival artistic director Gary Sheldon remembers well one of the first programs he led...
Firework Events Around the Area: Celebrate the 4th of July with Spectacular Displays!
4th of July Parade: On July 4th, at 10 a.m., downtown Lancaster will come alive with a parade featuring local heroes, organizations, and more! After the parade, head to the Fairfield County Fairgrounds for a fireworks display at 10 p.m. Logan. Fireworks: Thursday, July 4th at 10 p.m. Nelsonville. Fireworks:...
Hunger coalition leads multi-faceted fight against food insecurity in Fairfield County
LANCASTER − As of 2021 about 14,000 people in Fairfield County faced food insecurity, or just under 10% of the total population, Fairfield County 2-1-1 Executive Director Jeannette Curtis said. But that's not the only discouraging number when it comes to food insecurity. "About 40% of the residents that...
Your guide to summer in Fairfield County: From pools to parks, to festivals to live music
Summer is here, but maybe you are still wondering how you can spend that time. Here is the Lancaster Eagle-Gazette's guide to summer which offers a variety of things to do, information to plan your next excursion, or maybe you just need to be reminded of what is available. Make...
OSU Extension: Name that tree program in Fairfield County
Identifying trees can be a challenging process, especially if you have a tree that you pass on a regular basis and always wonder what it is, or if you own a woodland and want to know exactly what trees you have. This one-day workshop is designed to give participants in-depth training and practice in identifying trees using leaves and other common characteristics. The class begins indoors with some introductory identification clues and samples that are used to work through a dichotomous key. The afternoon is spent outside practicing!
Man dies in Fairfield County motorcycle crash
LANCASTER, Ohio (WCMH) — One person is dead after a motorcycle crash in southwest Fairfield County Monday. A 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, driven by a 59-year-old Newark man, was traveling west on U.S. Route 22 at approximately 3:37 p.m., the Ohio State Highway Patrol said. At the same time, a 2005 Honda VTX motorcycle driven […]
Fatal crash reported in Fairfield County
AMANDA TWP — The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash that occurred Monday afternoon on US-22 in Fairfield County. OSHP responded to the report of a two-vehicle crash reported around 3:37 p.m. on US 22 and Amanda Northern Road, which is a few miles from Pickaway County’s eastern border with Fairfield County. A 2015 white Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, operated by Robert C. Johnson II, 59, of Newark,...
Petland accused of deceit in 2 lawsuits, but company says it covered sick pups' vet bills
For the second time in less than six months, Petland Inc. faces lawsuits accusing the Chillicothe-based firm of selling sick puppies and of using questionable sales tactics at two of its franchise stores. The lawsuits, filed by two separate families in Ross and Fairfield counties, accuse Petland of using deceit and high-pressure sales...
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