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Wednesday, August 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A beloved neighbor named Gary Franke, known for helping others, was shot dead and found in a shallow grave on Maple Street in Lancaster over the weekend — John T. Scott, 44, from Laurelville was charged with murder while Holly L. McDaniel, 45, from Columbus was charged with abuse of a corpse. ABC6
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fairfield County Workforce Center will host a Parents' Information Night on Aug. 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. at 4465 Coonpath Road NW, where high school seniors and families will learn about free pre-apprenticeship programs+ Discovery Days this fall will offer hands-on training in manufacturing, construction trades and healthcare. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Ohio Power Siting Board is reviewing Geronimo Power’s Carnation solar field project in Amanda and EDF Renewables’ Eastern Cottontail project in Walnut Township — Fairfield County voters now can share their views on companies building solar farms in the area. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
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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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