Lancaster Eagle-Gazette

The Lancaster Eagle-Gazette is a local newspaper situated in Lancaster, Ohio, USA. It is part of the Gannett family of publications.

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Where to cool down amid heat wave in and around Lancaster

1 week ago | lancastereaglegazette.com | Ava Agoranos

LANCASTER — Ohio is expected to be hit with a heatwave in the last couple weeks of June with temperatures in the 90s. The National Weather Service has put out heat advisories, saying this heat wave can be hazardous to those outside without access to indoors or air conditioning. Here are cooling stations in Fairfield County if you are in need of somewhere to cool down and take a break from the heat. The Foundation Dinners at 1000 W.
Ohio Congressman Max Miller says 'deranged man' tried to run him off the road

1 week ago | lancastereaglegazette.com | Anthony Shoemaker

Rep. Max Miller, R-Rocky River, reported being run off the road and threatened by an individual displaying a Palestinian flag. House Speaker Mike Johnson confirmed Capitol Police are involved in the investigation. Both Republican and Democratic leaders condemned the attack. The incident follows other instances of antisemitic and anti-Israel violence, as well as anti-Palestinian attacks.
Ohio Congressman Max Miller says 'deranged man' tried to run him off the road

1 week ago | lancastereaglegazette.com | Anthony Shoemaker

Rep. Max Miller, R-Rocky River, reported being run off the road and threatened by an individual displaying a Palestinian flag. House Speaker Mike Johnson confirmed Capitol Police are involved in the investigation. Both Republican and Democratic leaders condemned the attack. The incident follows other instances of antisemitic and anti-Israel violence, as well as anti-Palestinian attacks.
Ohio Valley included in regions affected by major heat wave starting Friday

1 week ago | lancastereaglegazette.com | Ava Agoranos

The NWS says the heat wave will persist until July 1The forecast for the next five days predicts sunny and hot daysLANCASTER — After a cloudy and rainy end to spring, extreme heat is predicted to scorch the Midwest next week, including Ohio, marking a hot start to summer on June 20. The National Weather Service says the heat wave will continue to persist across the Ohio Valley until July 1, bringing the possibility of record highs.
Circleville's Berger Hospital evacuated after a reported fire

1 week ago | lancastereaglegazette.com | Dean Narciso

OhioHealth Berger Hospital in Circleville was completely evacuated after smoke was reported from an overheated pump in the basement, causing acrid smoke throughout the building. Calls to 911 began just after 11 a.m. June 18, according to a Circleville police dispatcher.
Does a celebrity's political views affect how you think of them? Vote here

1 week ago | lancastereaglegazette.com | Jeff Barron

Bruce Springsteen has expressed his liberal views and guitarist Ted Nugent has long espoused conversative viewsMore and more celebrities are publicly expressing their political viewsLANCASTER − It's no secret the United States is a politically divided country. Politics can end friendships and even destroy family relationships. Some celebrities are also inclined to offer their opinions on the issues of the day.
2025 Fourth of July fireworks in Fairfield County

1 week ago | lancastereaglegazette.com | Ava Agoranos

LANCASTER — The Fourth of July is a time to celebrate America's independence, attend parades, festivals, barbeques and of course, watch fireworks. Here is when and where you can see fireworks in Fairfield County this July 4th. PickeringtonFireworks will be on July 3 and launched from Pickerington High School Central. Buckeye LakeThe annual Buckeye Lake Area Star Spangled Tradition, aka BLASST, will launch fireworks at 9:45 p.m. on July 3.
Mid-State League honors top area players in baseball and softball

1 week ago | lancastereaglegazette.com | Tom Wilson

LANCASTER—The Mid-State League-Buckeye and Cardinal Divisions have recognized their all-conference baseball and softball teams, as well as players and coaches of the Year. More: Eight area high school players earn OHSFCA All-Ohio softball honorsMore: Lancaster baseball and softball players take home All-OCC-Buckeye Division honorsBASEBALLMSL- Buckeye DivisionNeed a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.
See road construction projects happening in Fairfield County this summer

1 week ago | lancastereaglegazette.com | Ava Agoranos

LANCASTER — Orange barrel season is here. Summer's warm weather makes for prime construction conditions, so watch out for these major road construction projects in Fairfield County. More: 28-room historic Buckeye Lake mansion hits the market for $3.5 millionHere are some projects the Fairfield County Engineer's Office has planned:Carroll-Eastern Road between Coakley Road and the Village of Carroll will have a culvert replacement.
SmokeOut BBQ owner Derek Johnson said his business is specialized by using all-wood fire

1 week ago | lancastereaglegazette.com | Jeff Barron

SmokeOut BBQ sits in a building that once housed an oil change business near Interstate 70 and Ohio 256Menu highlights include beef brisket, ribs, and smoked chicken wings. PICKERINGTON − What started as a food truck in 2018 is now SmokeOut BBQ at 1850 Winderly Lane. "We ran that through the pandemic, which was a challenge," owner Derek Johnson said.