Good morning, Lancaster.

Ohio school report cards were released Tuesday and show that Lancaster City earned a 3.5-star rating.

Other Central Ohio districts improved or maintained their scores from last year.

Fisher Catholic High School announced veteran educator Luke Patterson as its new principal effective with the start of the 2026-27 school year.

Patterson brings years of experience from Catholic schools across central Ohio + a strong connection to community values.

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine declared Sept.

25 as Dolly Parton Day to honor the country singer's philanthropic work with the Imagination Library, and the state is partnering with the program to launch Storybook Trails at parks and rest areas.

Lancaster quarterback Carter Carlisle threw a 10-yard touchdown pass that helped the Gales secure a 6-0 win over Teays Valley in a hard-fought game.

Lancaster’s football team will host Groveport at Fulton Field on Friday, Sept.

18 as it builds on a solid defensive win against Teays Valley, while Bloom-Carroll travels to Fairfield Union for a key Mid-State League-Buckeye Division game to boost playoff hopes.