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Thursday, July 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Lancaster Festival Orchestra, led by new Music Director John Devlin, will perform a free concert on Saturday, August 2 at Fairfield Christian Church in Lancaster after last Saturday’s flood forced cancellation—doors will open at 7 p.m. and the show will start at 8 p.m. with music piped to the parking lot as donations are encouraged to repair festival assets. ABC6
- ➤ Lancaster flood victims are urged to act quickly on damage claims, with State Farm agent Jake Breakey advising immediate water removal and clear documentation of damages to homes, vehicles, and businesses. Residents are reminded that homeowners and renters are not covered for flood damage under standard policies—flood insurance must be purchased through the National Flood Insurance Program—, so contacting local insurance agents is key. ABC6
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ After flood damage cancelled shows at the Wendel Concert Stage, the Lancaster Festival announced a free concert with the Lancaster Festival Orchestra at Fairfield Christian Church—tickets will be required to track attendance. The concert will take place at 8 p.m. Saturday—cleanup is still underway at the damaged site. NBC4
- ➤ Members of the Lancaster Festival Orchestra String Quartet performed for local audiences yesterday at the Olivedale Senior Center as part of the Lancaster Festival Out and About series—bringing live music to various spots in Lancaster. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ State gas prices in Ohio reached $3.09 per gallon of regular fuel Monday, up from $2.89 last week, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration — the price is about 10 cents higher than last month and slightly below the national average of $3.12. A year ago, the average was $3.38 per gallon, marking a 9% decrease since then. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fairfield County school districts set start dates for the 2025‑2026 school year—Amanda Clearcreek and Canal Winchester open Tuesday, August 12 while Lancaster City Schools begin Thursday for grades 1‑9 and Friday for grades 10‑12 with others starting through August 20. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lancaster three-sport athlete Harper Allen is entering her senior season with high hopes after earning All-Ohio honors and helping her Lady Gales secure a state championship in cross country last fall — she aims for another state title and a top 10 finish in cross country this season — and she stresses both personal growth and teamwork in her goals. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
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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.
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Lancaster BrewFest 2025
3:00-9:30 PM — Zane Square (Veteran's Park) — $339 per package (for two guests) — Celebrate summer with craft beverages, live music, and local bites in a vibrant atmosphere.
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LFPA Summer Smackdown Team Pickleball Tournament
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Rising Park — $5 off for LFPA members — Experience exciting pickleball matches suitable for all skill levels in a community-friendly tournament.
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Third Annual Battle of the Badges: Police vs. Fire Basketball Game
2:30-5:30 p.m. — Ohio University Lancaster — $10 for adults, $5 for children — Enjoy a thrilling basketball matchup as local police officers take on firefighters to raise funds for Lancaster City Schools.
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Lancaster Varsity Field Hockey Game
7-8:15 p.m. — Lancaster High School — Free entry — Cheer for the Lancaster varsity field hockey team as they face off against Olentangy in a home conference match.
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Obetz Zucchinifest
Thu, Aug 28 — Fortress Obetz — Free admission — Enjoy free concerts and everything zucchini at this family-friendly festival.
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