Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of December.
Good morning, Lancaster.
🏛️ Government
Ohio will raise its minimum wage starting Jan.
1, 2026 to $11 per hour for workers not receiving tips and $5.50 per hour for tipped workers — an increase of 30 cents and 15 cents respectively. The measure has been tied to inflation since 2006.
📰 Real Estate
In November, Fairfield County listed its median home at $387,950, a 3% drop from October's median; data from Realtor.com showed about 160 new listings and homes stayed on market a median of 48 days + prices remained steady at $188 per sqft.
🏈 Sports
Fairfield County high school fans can vote today on which basketball game in Lancaster offers the best in-game experience (with lively crowds, tasty concessions, and strong school pride).
🎉 Lancaster Events
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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.
🏠 Lancaster Real Estate
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💼 Lancaster Job Board
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📣 Lancaster Announcements
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