Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
Good morning, Lancaster.
🏘️ Community
Lancaster will hold a Fourth of July celebration with a parade and fireworks at night on July 4.
Nearby Fairfield County will host fireworks on July 3 at Pickerington High School Central and at Buckeye Lake where the BLASST event will launch at 9:45 p.m.
The Bloom-Carroll Lions awarded three $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors from Bloom-Carroll High School based on their community service and academic achievement at The Carroll Cup Coffee House.
Alaina Bell, Treyton McKee, and Taylor Scott shared their college plans—with Bell heading to The Ohio State University, McKee to Bowling Green State University, and Scott to Ohio University.
💼 Business
Meijer has recalled packages of Frederik's Dark Chocolate Almonds sold in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan, Illinois, and Wisconsin due to undeclared dark chocolate-covered cashews that may cause severe allergic reactions.
Customers are advised to return the product for a full refund, and no illnesses have been reported so far.
🏛️ Government
Franklin Township trustees voted on Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. on which fire station to close after voters narrowly rejected a levy in May — the decision cuts the fire department's resources by half and resulted in the layoff of six firefighter/paramedics.
Trustees warned that if a new levy fails on the November ballot, further service cuts may follow.
🏥 Health
Fairfield County ADAMH Services Board partnered with CHESS Health and recently launched two digital tools—eRecovery and ePrevention—to help people with substance use disorder get support anytime, including those re-entering after incarceration.
Local providers can use the tools for screening, referrals and care management to reduce wait times for treatment.
🎉 Lancaster Events
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Thunderstruck: America's AC/DC Tribute
6-10 PM — Lancaster Bandstand — Ticket information pending — Experience the electrifying power of America’s top AC/DC tribute band live in concert.
The Chase Haley Project 2 Mile Run
8:00 a.m. — Lancaster High School — Registration required — Support suicide prevention efforts in Fairfield County while enjoying a scenic 2 mile run or walk.
Lancaster Festival
All day — Lancaster Festival — Most events free — Celebrate art, music, and community at this beloved annual festival in Lancaster, Ohio.
Decked in Style: The Opening Celebration
6-9 p.m. — Rhonemus Cellars — Included with entry — Celebrate in midcentury style with fine wine, hors d’oeuvres, and live crooning.
American Whiskey Exploration and Tasting Event
3-4 p.m. — Ohio Glass Museum — Ticket required — Discover the fascinating history of American whiskey and enjoy guided tastings of various classic offerings.
Retro Orbit: A Midcentury Space Affair
6-9 p.m. — Decorative Arts Center of Ohio — Ticket required — Immerse in a cosmic cocktail party with Star Trek exhibits and celestial-inspired art.
One Man's Passion: Isaac Collins and the Glass Empire
1-2 p.m. — Ohio Glass Museum — Free entry — Explore the entrepreneurial journey of Isaac J. Collins and the legacy of Anchor Hocking in glassmaking.
Free Outdoor Movie Screening: IF
Dusk — Zane Square — Free entry — Enjoy a family film under the stars with music and pre-movie activities.
Lil Rancher Summer Camp 2025
9 AM – 12 PM — Picture Perfect Ranch — $8.75 ticket service fee — Experience farm life with Highland cows, alpacas, and hands-on activities tailored for young ranchers.
Brotality Concert
7 PM – 1 AM — Rockhouse 39 — Ticket prices not specified — Experience a genre-shifting metal performance from the dynamic trio Brotality.
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