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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Fairfield County Health Department and Fairfield County Safe Communities Coalition reported one fatal crash in Fairfield County during the first quarter of 2025, with January recording the incident while February and March had none—this is lower than the three fatal crashes reported in the first quarter of 2024. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lancaster Police responded to a report of a pedestrian struck on East Main Street and arrested 47-year-old Ralph Davis on charges of aggravated vehicular assault, failure to stop after an accident and operating under the influence—officials said the victim was transferred from Fairfield Medical Center to a Columbus-area hospital in critical condition. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Lyrid meteor shower will light up skies from April 17 to 26 with its peak on April 21 and 22—if weather cooperates, viewers should find a dark spot away from city lights to watch for bright fireballs. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
- ➤ Scientists say billions of periodical cicadas from Brood XIV – which emerge every 17 years – will start appearing this spring in at least 12 states. In central Ohio, they are expected in the first week of May when the soil reaches 64°. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In high school baseball, Amanda-Clearcreek rallied from a five-run deficit to win 10–6 over Groveport while Lancaster’s baseball team suffered its first loss of the season—local tennis also saw Pickerington Central defeat Lancaster 3–2 and the track meet at Wheeling Park showcased key individual performances. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
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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.
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Downtown Clean Up Day
8 AM – 12 PM — Destination Downtown Lancaster — Free entry — Volunteer to beautify downtown Lancaster in celebration of Earth Day.
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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.
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May Saturday Cinema - Trolls
11:30 p.m. — Zane Square — Free entry — Enjoy a cheerful outdoor movie screening of Trolls with family activities in downtown Lancaster.
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Mommas Day to Play With Clay
1-3 p.m. — Mud Gallery Ceramics & Fine Arts — $70 — Celebrate Mother's Day by creating memories with clay through hands-on pottery techniques.
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Chaz and Nicki Live Concert
7-11 p.m. — Pink Cricket Restaurant — Entry fee not listed — Nashville artists Chaz and Nicki bring their original music and beloved covers to Lancaster.
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