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Lancaster
Friday, November 21st, 2025
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of November.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ohio law does not state a minimum age for leaving kids home alone—parents must judge each child's maturity during holiday breaks when schools close. Experts advise that children not younger than 12 stay home safely by following a clear safety plan with rules and emergency contacts. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lancaster-based Fairfield Medical Center and Columbus-based OhioHealth signed off on their merger in September 2024 and are now finalizing the required filings to complete the partnership that will boost health care for Fairfield County. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
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Lancaster Turkey Day 5k
8:30-11:30 a.m. — Forest Rose School — Registration fee — A race that supports Foundation Dinners while bringing the community together on Thanksgiving morning.
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Ladies Who Lead Holiday Bash
6-8 p.m. — Ale House 1890 — Toy donation encouraged — Mix, mingle, and celebrate the holiday season with local female entrepreneurs.
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Downtown Christmas Stroll
5:30 p.m. — Historic Downtown Churches — Ticket required — Experience a musical pilgrimage through centuries-old sanctuaries adorned with festive decor and angelic harmonies.
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A Different Kind of Christmas Concert
7-10 p.m. — Fairfield Christian Church — Ticket prices vary — Experience a spiritually uplifting evening with live music from Aaron Shust and friends in a welcoming atmosphere.
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