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Lancaster
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of December.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tire chains are legal in Ohio and Kentucky in icy weather, with Ohio allowing retractable studs from Nov. 1 to April 15 and Kentucky setting rules for chain size (chains must not exceed 3/4 inch in thickness and wheels must be at least six inches wide). Drivers should use tire chains carefully and keep speeds to 25 mph on icy roads (experts say this helps avoid vehicle and chain damage). Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Fairfield Medical Center released a list for busy locals to check key health habits like annual check-ups, good sleep, exercise, and a balanced diet. The guidelines aim to help residents lower health risks & stay well despite tight schedules. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
- ➤ Ohio experts warn that snow shoveling can cause dangerous heart strain for adults over 45 and those with heart problems—residents should use ergonomic tools, take frequent breaks, and dress warmly when clearing snow. They advise asking for help if you cannot shovel safely as winter storms bring more snowfall across the state. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lancaster Eagle-Gazette has opened a fan poll to name the Boys Basketball Preseason Player of the Year with eight nominees competing for the title during the 2025-2026 season. The survey runs from 6 a.m. Monday to 5 p.m. Friday — fans may vote multiple times and the winner will be revealed after the poll ends. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
- ➤ On Dec. 1, the Fairfield Union girls’ basketball team beat Chillicothe by a score of 54 to 14 by forcing 34 turnovers — building a strong lead with plays from Maddi Mitchell and Taylor Smeck. They improved their record to 2 to 0 and will use their full-court press in league play — aiming to perform well in upcoming matches. Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
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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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Glass Town Countdown
10 PM – 1 AM — Destination Downtown Lancaster — Free entry — Celebrate New Year's with fireworks, hot chocolate, and a giant glass globe countdown.
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