Daily
Lancaster
Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials at the Department of Agriculture expanded the quarantine statewide on Feb. 17 to slow the spread of the invasive spotted lanternfly – growers now must secure inspections and permits before high-risk nursery stock and trees leave Ohio. ABC6
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ In Lancaster, data from Zumper shows that apartment rents rose by 9% since last January with a current median of $1,200, up 3% from last month's $1,163. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Feb. 17, the Lancaster girls' basketball team played its final game at the old high school — built in 1963 — and won 73–54 over Delaware Hayes. The Lady Gales now prepare to open Central District Division I play in Grove City on Feb. 25. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
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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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