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Lancaster
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, April 22, Lancaster celebrates Earth Day, which began in 1970 when former Wisconsin Senator Gaylord Nelson sparked national environmental action. Local groups are organizing tree planting and cleanup activities to protect our environment. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ohio health officials reported 11 measles cases in 2026, primarily among unvaccinated children (with declining vaccination rates raising concerns) and urged residents to get vaccinated. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lancaster's Brayden Montgomery switched from shortstop to catcher for his senior season after the Golden Gales lost their catcher to graduation — a move that shows his commitment to the team as they hold a 6-0 record. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
- ➤ Eagle-Gazette invites local high school sports fans to vote for the Athlete of the Week by choosing from standout spring sports performers; the poll runs from 6 a.m. Monday to 5 p.m. Friday (voters may cast multiple votes) and the winner will be announced soon. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
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Lancaster Train Show
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Fairfield County Fairgrounds, Ed Sands Building — $5 for adults, free for children 12 & under — Explore over 100 tables of model trains and accessories in this longstanding community event.
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Fairfield County Chapter Meeting
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Genealogical Research Library — Free entry — Enjoy refreshments and participate in the business meeting with fellow genealogy enthusiasts.
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