Good morning, Lancaster.

Lancaster man Kyle Varney, 26, was indicted by a Fairfield County grand jury on 18 felony charges including four counts of murder—charges he faces after a Feb.

25 shooting that left two men dead and a woman injured at a Lancaster home.

Lancaster Festival's board named Ohio-native Gary LeVox as the headliner for the Premier Concert on July 26 at Ohio University Lancaster.

Tickets for the event will go on sale May 1.

State gas prices slightly declined last week with an average of $3.09 per gallon for regular fuel on Monday, down from $3.10 per the U.S. Energy Information Administration — while the price remains lower than the national average of $3.16 and is 34 cents higher than the previous month.

Ohio hospitals are now required to post exact service prices online today as the state's new healthcare transparency law takes effect—lawmakers say the measure will help prevent unexpected costs for patients.

The legislation, approved unanimously and signed by Gov. Mike DeWine, marks the end of a two-and-a-half-year effort to boost price clarity in healthcare.

The FDA recalled Trader Joe’s Hot Honey Mustard Dressing because its label did not list peanuts, soy, sesame and wheat.

The recalled product was sold in limited Trader Joe’s stores in Ohio and 16 other states, and customers can return it for a full refund or discard it.

Lancaster high school sports saw a strong day as Carson Miller pitched a no-hitter in an 11-0 win over Amanda-Clearcreek and Fairfield Union edged Logan Elm 3-1 in baseball.

In softball and track, Lancaster teams won decisive games and competed at the Gahanna Relays, where relay teams earned top spots.

Teays Valley pitcher Alyvia Lawrentz held Lancaster to two hits as she led her team to a 3-0 upset win on Wednesday night — halting the Lady Gales' 30-game league win streak.

Lawrentz mixed spin pitches and recorded nine strikeouts while Lancaster’s errors cost them key scoring chances.

Chocolate Walk

4-7 p.m. — Destination Downtown Lancaster — Ticketed event — Indulge in a delightful variety of chocolate treats from local businesses while exploring the downtown area.

Spring at the Round Barn 2025

4-8 p.m. & 9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Fairfield County Agricultural — $5-$10 — Celebrate spring with 150+ vendors, delicious food trucks, and live music at the historic Round Barn.

Downtown Clean Up Day

8 AM – 12 PM — Destination Downtown Lancaster — Free entry — Volunteer to beautify downtown Lancaster in celebration of Earth Day.

Little Buddies Parent Resource Group Southeast

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — AHA! A Hands-On Adventure A Children's Museum — Free admission and lunch provided — A supportive gathering for families with children with Down syndrome featuring fun and hands-on learning.