Good morning, Lancaster.

Chick-fil-A launched its Code Moo game on the official app today, allowing Chick-fil-A One members to win free offerings such as nuggets, fries, and a cookie—new missions will appear every Tuesday until August 4 across 87 restaurants in Ohio.

A Muskingum County jury found Lancaster man Cody Friend guilty on 11 counts of rape and one count of gross sexual imposition involving three victims under 18—he committed the crimes between 2003 and 2011 and is held without bond while he awaits sentencing.

In 2024, over 1,300 Hyundai Elantras were stolen in Ohio because some models lacked electronic immobilizers and the state recorded 24,597 vehicle thefts, while authorities advise car owners to secure their vehicles by locking doors, parking in well-lit areas, and hiding valuables—measures that have led to a decline in thefts following improved anti-theft technology.

Gas prices in central Ohio jumped by 21.4 cents in one week to average $3.10 per gallon and nearly erased a 30-cent drop from previous weeks—prices ranged from $2.39 to $3.45 per gallon.

A Lancaster man won $1 million when he purchased a $50 VIP Millions scratch-off ticket at Stakely’s Watson on Sheridan Drive and chose the cash option of $500,000, receiving $360,000 after a 28% tax deduction.

The Ohio Lottery said 31 top prizes remain in the game & the overall odds of winning are one in 4.02.

Brotality Concert

7 PM – 1 AM — Rockhouse 39 — Ticket prices not specified — Experience a genre-shifting metal performance from the dynamic trio Brotality.

Baltimore Bicentennial Bash at Schaffner's

1-3 p.m. — Schaffner's Drive In — Free ice cream for the first 200 attendees — Celebrate the 200th day of the year with a sweet treat from Park National Bank.

Lancaster Festival 2025

8 p.m. — Lancaster Festival — Prices vary — Experience a vibrant lineup with Colbie Caillat and Dawes during this exciting local music festival.

38th Annual ArtWalk

6-9 p.m. — Destination Downtown Lancaster — Free entry — Celebrate the artistic spirit of Lancaster with art exhibits, live music, and delicious local food.

Festival Fair Day

9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Fairgrounds Camping — Free entry — A family day filled with activities like building birdhouses and watching dog performances.

Harold Stewart & The Blues Hounds Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Wendel Concert Stage — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying blues performance with soulful music and high-energy atmosphere.

August Saturday Cinema - The Addams Family (2019)

11:30 p.m. - 3:30 a.m. — Zane Square — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly film under the stars while indulging in pre-movie festivities.