Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
Good morning, Lancaster.
Costco is recalling unopened bottles of its Kirkland Signature Prosecco Valdobbiadene sold in states including Ohio from April 25 to Aug.
26 due to the risk of the bottle exploding even when not in use—members should dispose of them safely and bring the recall letter to a Costco warehouse for a refund.
Central Ohio gas prices fell over 50 cents in three weeks to an average of $2.91 per gallon, with the cheapest quoted at $2.55 and the highest at $3.39 — experts expect further declines into fall and winter if weather stays calm.
New data shows that Fairfield County homes sold for a median price of $319,500 in June—down 3.9% from May’s $332,500, with single-family homes down 5% to $304,000 while condos and townhomes rose 15.3% to $448,500.
Recorded sales dropped 26.8% from last June.
Bloom-Carroll girls volleyball, ranked number one in the state, won the LVOA Tournament on Sept.
13 with three straight wins and coach McFerin earned his 100th win. Lancaster cross country saw the Lady Gales finish first at the Fairfield Union Falcon Invitational+ local teams also reported strong showings in other races.
Lancaster locals are invited to vote for the Eagle-Gazette High School Athlete of the Week from a list that includes candidates from Bloom-Carroll, Fisher Catholic, Lancaster and Berne Union.
The poll runs (6 a.m. Monday to 5 p.m. Friday) and last week's winner was Bella McKnight.
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.
Cancer Care Run & Walk
9:00 AM — Martens Park — Registration fee applies — Participate in a meaningful 5K or 2-mile walk while supporting local cancer patients.
Flat Rocks Climbing Area Adopt-a-Crag Event
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Keller-Kirn Park — Free entry — Help improve the climbing area with community projects and enjoy some climbing afterward.
Circleville Pumpkin Show
10 a.m. – 10 p.m. — Circleville Pumpkin Show — Free entry — Explore one of the nation's largest pumpkin festivals featuring homespun Americana flair.
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