Good morning, Lancaster.

Ohio law now requires drivers to stop for school buses with flashing red lights; on roads with two lanes all cars must halt while on roads with four lanes drivers on the same side must remain 10 feet behind the bus — failing to do so may result in fines up to $500 and a court appearance.

Dengue fever is a mosquito-transmitted illness that resulted in seven travel-related cases in Ohio in 2025, with patients showing aches, nausea and rash that usually lasted two to seven days.

Health officials advised Lancaster residents to prevent bites by using EPA-registered repellent—emphasizing that the virus does not spread through casual contact.

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.

Make-a-Pumpkin Pottery Playshop

3-5 p.m. — Mud Gallery Ceramics & Fine Art — BYOB — Create your own pinch-pot pumpkin with hands-on pottery instruction.

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.

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.

Obetz Zucchinifest

Thu, Aug 28 — Fortress Obetz — Free admission — Enjoy free concerts and everything zucchini at this family-friendly festival.

Scarecrow Building Workshop

10 PM – 12 AM — Fairgrounds Park — $15 — Get crafty building a scarecrow to celebrate fall and the Fairfield County Fair.

Fall at the Round Barn 2025

1 PM – 9 PM — Fairgrounds Park, Lancaster, OH — Free entry — Experience a cozy autumn shopping adventure with 150 curated vendors and fall vibes.