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Lancaster
Friday, September 26th, 2025
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of September.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Ohio rose last week to an average of $3.02 per gallon for regular fuel from $2.84 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration — a year ago the rate was 2% higher at $3.09 per gallon. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fairfield County opened its new secondary 911 center — the Fairfield Unified Dispatch Center — this month to back up dispatch services for Lancaster, Pickerington and other areas; the center uses the same technology as the primary system so dispatchers can quickly take over during emergencies. Sheriff Alex Lape said the facility improves resiliency and can also support special operations if needed. NBC4
- ➤ Ohio residents can check their voter registration status online and must register by October 6 at 9 p.m.—applications can be completed online, in person at public offices, or by mail while early voting begins on October 7. Voters should have key documents ready for verification. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
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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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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.
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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.
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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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Abracadabra at AHA!
10 AM – 12 PM — AHA! A Hands-On Adventure A Children's Museum — Included with admission — Discover the wizarding world with potion making and wand personalization for aspiring young magicians.
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The Phoenix Ball & Fantasy Faire
6-10 p.m. — The Wagnalls Memorial Library — Fundraiser event — A whimsical celebration of fantasy, cosplay, and community spirit benefiting Rise Up Arts Alliance.
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