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Saturday, February 7th, 2026

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Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of February.

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Ohio gas prices declined last week to an average of $2.69 per gallon from $2.88, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration—making prices about 6.1% lower than the national average. The drop comes after a 15-cent rise over the past month.  Lancaster Eagle-Gazette

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is offering free tax preparation assistance for eligible Ohio taxpayers until April 15 at over 224 local sites—helping adults 50 with low to moderate incomes secure refunds and credits. Taxpayers should bring required documents to complete their filings.  Lancaster Eagle-Gazette

SPORTS NEWS

  • Lancaster Golden Gales pushed Reynoldsburg Raiders to the brink before falling 64-52 on Friday, Feb. 6 at Jack Greathouse Court — in a hard-fought contest — and the team will travel to St. Charles on Feb. 10 — ahead of a home game against Canal Winchester on Feb. 13 — to build on their effort.  Lancaster Eagle-Gazette

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Sourdough & Sips Workshop

    5-8 p.m. — Provisions Bakery & Deli — Cost varies — Get hands-on with sourdough while sipping bubbly and connecting with fellow bakers.

    Wed, 2/18/26

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  • Overnight Ghost Hunt at Fairfield Infirmary

    7 PM - 3 AM — Fairfield County Infirmary — $120 — Explore the haunted halls with guided investigations and bring your own snacks!

    Sat, 2/28/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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