Good morning, Lancaster.

OSU Extension urged residents to wait to work wet garden soils while pesticide testing is scheduled at the Ag Center on March 24 and April 14 and a 4-H Easter Eggstravaganza will feature crafts and an egg hunt on March 28.

Donation drop-offs for Operation Easter Basket run until March 27 at local sites (United Way, Maywood Mission, Salvation Army).

Ohio gas prices rose last week to an average of $3.46 per gallon from $2.77, the U.S. Energy Information Administration said.

Last month’s prices were 73 cents lower and 24% less than a year ago, while the national rate was 1.1% higher.

The MORPC report shows that air quality alert days in central Ohio doubled over the past year due to rising fine particle pollution and challenging weather conditions.

Residents are urged to sign up for alerts and reduce vehicle pollution to protect sensitive groups on high pollution days.

Dr. Kate Bruce celebrated the tenth anniversary of Bruce Chiropractic at her Lancaster clinic + marking a decade of service for local patients.

A Lancaster family began demolishing their flood-damaged home and dog boarding business to rebuild on higher ground with a new retaining wall and expanded space for 78 dogs, aided by an SBA Disaster Loan; they plan to move in nine months to a year.

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.

Home & Garden Expo - 2026

10 a.m.-2 p.m. — Combustion Brewery & Taproom — Free admission — Explore local vendors and enjoy food trucks at this community-focused gardening event.