Good morning, Lancaster.

Southeastern Machining and Field Service received the 2026 John T.

Dye Business Ethics Award from local Rotary clubs in Lancaster for its people-first approach — a recognition given to one of seven nominees for strong community values.

Big tech companies including Google, AWS and Microsoft are planning nearly 80 new data centers in Ohio by 2030; Lancaster residents may see more local jobs as these facilities boost the area's economic development.

Gardeners can join the Fairfield County Master Gardener Plant Sale on Saturday, May 30 at the Ed Sands Building beginning at 9 a.m. to shop for plant divisions, tomatoes, houseplants, and garden ornaments (cash only sales with a warm beverage and donut available from the Flying Dutchman Donut trailer).

Eight Fairfield Union Power of the Pen team students advanced to state finals at Ashland University after a strong finish at the Ohio University-Lancaster Regional Tournament held at Fairfield Union Junior High School.

The state tournament (May 18) will challenge students with three 35-minute writing rounds.

On May 7, FCA baseball edged Berne Union 4-2 to take first place in the MSL-Cardinal Division — while Fisher Catholic girls captured victory at the Laker Track Invitational by scoring 135.5 points.

Lancaster’s softball team beat Chillicothe 2-0 on May 7 and extended its winning streak to 10 games in a nonconference matchup, with strong pitching playing a key role as the team prepares for the upcoming tournament.

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.