Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of September.
Good morning, Lancaster.
🎓 Education
Lancaster City Schools posted updates on Facebook about the new Lancaster High School, which will open next fall.
Work on the east parking lot, sidewalks, courtyard concrete, classrooms, career technical space, and elevators is progressing—scoreboards for the gym areas have arrived on-site.
🏛️ Government
Ohio lawmakers introduced Senate Bill 252 to ban declawing cats unless it is medically necessary & the measure would fine owners $1,000 to $2,500, aligning Ohio with places that have already prohibited the practice.
The bipartisan bill, sponsored by State Sen. Al Cutrona, State Sen. Hearcel Craig and cosponsored by State Sen. Casey Weinstein, prompts animal groups to stress the use of alternatives like nail caps and scratching posts.
🏥 Health
FHP Cardiology expanded its services by opening a new suite at River View Medical Office Building—2405 N.
Columbus St.—to meet rising patient demand in Lancaster. The expansion adds cardiologist Dr. Steven Mould, an electrophysiology team and a heart failure clinic to better serve patients in Lancaster and nearby communities.
🏈 Sports
Bloom-Carroll volleyball beat Watterson 3—0 to improve to 8—0 as Sylvia Haughn recorded 13 kills and Renee Smith tallied 26 assists.
Other high school sports results saw Fairfield Christian Academy win the McGowan Invitational in cross country while Lancaster teams competed in golf, soccer and tennis contests.
Fans are voting in the Eagle-Gazette Fan Poll for the top high school athlete, with the vote open from 6 a.m. Monday until 5 p.m. Friday; nominees include athletes from Fairfield Union, Fairfield Christian Academy, Millersport and Lancaster.
The winner will be announced after the poll closes.
🎉 Lancaster Events
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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.
Battle of the Bands Fundraiser
4-7 p.m. — Zane Square (Veteran's Park) — $20 donation — Enjoy live music from local bands while supporting a new all-accessible playground.
2nd Annual Sherman Rotary Pickleball Tournament
7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — YMCA RecPlex — Free entry — Engage in a day of fun competition at this community pickleball event.
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