Daily
Lancaster
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chick-fil-A, Culver's, Bojangles and Dutch Bros are stirring excitement as Lancaster residents vote on the new fast-food restaurant or coffee shop option. The poll opens today to let locals help decide their favorite addition to the community. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Charles Hildreth, former music director of Nostalgics, announces his retirement from the big band group after years of service. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ohio University regional campuses are boosting study abroad and experiential learning opportunities with programs like a Paris—London trip scheduled for summer and a visit from Moradokmai Theatre Community and Homeschool in Lancaster this spring. Students can also enroll in THAI 1110 for language and cultural skill building. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
- ➤ Fairfield County Workforce Center is hosting three free training sessions to improve employee communication + career skills. The sessions will occur on Feb. 25, March 25, and April 29 from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at 4465 Coonpath Road NW in Carroll, and registration is required. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Rotary Club of Lancaster-Sherman installed an Avive AED at Double Edge Brewery yesterday as part of a collaboration with Community Heart Watch. The business will host staff training this month — joining over 800 heart safe establishments in the county. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After trailing early against Whitehall on Feb. 16, the Lancaster boys basketball team rallied to win 65-53 and build a three-game winning streak. They will face Newark on Feb. 20 with hopes of continuing their strong play. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
- ➤ The Eagle-Gazette invites fans to vote for the 2025-26 girls basketball Player of the Year as the poll runs from 6 a.m. Monday to 5 p.m. Friday—top choices include local players like Josie Burr and Harper Allen. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
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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.
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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!
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Sourdough 101 Class
5-8 p.m. — Provisions Bakery & Deli — $ — Experience a hands-on sourdough class and learn to craft your own loaf while sipping bubbly.
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