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Local Business Owner Expands Buffalo Wild Wings Franchise with Three New Locations
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 23, 2026Contact: Julie Theado, Cell: (614) 774-6358 Local Business Owner Expands Buffalo Wild Wings Franchise with Three New Locations LANCASTER, Ohio – Lancaster Wings Inc. is pleased to announce the acquisition of three Buffalo Wild Wings locations in Saint Clairsville, Ohio, Moundsville, West Virginia and Parkersburg, West Virginia. Lancaster Wings Inc. assumed ownership on Thursday, February 12. “We are thrilled to expand our ownership of Buffalo Wild Wings,”
Lancaster City Schools Welcomes 60+ Central Ohio Businesses for Robust Career Fair
Lancaster City Schools Welcomes 60+ Central Ohio Businesses for Robust Career Fair February 19, 2026 [Lancaster, OH] – Lancaster High School welcomed more than 60 area businesses to showcase their industries to students grades 9-12 on Thursday, February 12 during a mock interview session and career fair. An essential part of LHS’ Career-Technical Education program, which features 12 unique pathways, career exploration supports upperclassmen’s transition from high school to future opportunities following
Lancaster-Sherman Rotary, in Partnership with Double Edge Brewery and Fairfield Medical Center, Adopts AVIVE AED
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 12, 2026 Lancaster-Sherman Rotary, in Partnership with Double Edge Brewery and Fairfield Medical Center, Adopts AVIVE AED [Lancaster, Ohio] –The Rotary Club of Lancaster-Sherman has expanded Automated External Defibrillator (AED) availability with the recent installation of an Avive Connect at their weekly meeting location, Double Edge Brewery. In coordination with Fairfield Medical Center’s Community Heart Watch, Double Edge will be a Heart Safe Accredited
FREE Workforce Training Series Launches This Spring at the Fairfield County Workforce Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 13, 2026 FREE Workforce Training Series Launches This Spring at the Fairfield County Workforce Center A series of workforce training sessions designed to strengthen employee skill sets will take place at the Fairfield County Workforce Center this spring, free of charge, for all Fairfield County businesses or students.Each course will last one and a half hours and will focus on building stronger workplace relationships, enhancing career development strategies, and
Berne Union Local School District Awarded $42,500 Ohio School Bus Safety Grant
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 11, 2026 Berne Union Local School District Awarded $42,500 Ohio School Bus Safety Grant Sugar Grove, Ohio – Berne Union Local School District has been awarded $42,500 through the Ohio School Bus Safety Grant Program, supporting the district’s continued commitment to student safety. The grant is part of a statewide initiative announced by Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Education and Workforce Director Stephen D. Dackin, distributing $10 million to
Fairfield County Foundation Announces Promotion and Expanded Team
Fairfield County Foundation Announces Promotion and Expanded Team LANCASTER, Ohio --The Fairfield County Foundation is pleased to announce the promotion of Sarah Stoughton LeMay to Development Officer, and the recent expansion of their team including two new officers. Sarah’s expanded role includes donor relationship development, alongside Amy Eyman, Chief Executive Officer of the Fairfield County Foundation, and facilitating legacy giving through new and existing organizational initiatives. Since
Amanda-Clearcreek Announces New Board of Education Leadership
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Hannah Blair 740/-215-0759hannah@krilecommunications.com Amanda-Clearcreek Announces New Board of Education Leadership AMANDA, Ohio (February 4, 2026)– Amanda-Clearcreek Local Schools (A-C) recently announced the election of its Board of Education leadership for 2026. Susan Young will assume the role of board president and Dr. Jeremy Buckley as vice president. A lifelong Amanda resident and Certified Public
Feb. Lancaster Fairfield Community Action, and Department of Development Offering Heating Assistance
Lancaster Fairfield Community Action, and Department of Development Offering Heating Assistance to Help Avoid Chill of Winter Months The Ohio Department of Development and Lancaster Fairfield Community Action want to help alleviate the burden of costly energy bills this winter and keep Ohio’s families warm.Effective Nov. 1, income-eligible Ohioans can receive one-time assistance with their home energy bill through the Department of Development’s Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program. Program runs
The Salvation Army–Serving Lancaster & Fairfield County Serves Over 2,000 Local Residents During Christmas Season
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 3, 2026 The Salvation Army–Serving Lancaster & Fairfield County Serves Over 2,000 Local Residents During Christmas Season LANCASTER, OHIO (February 3, 2026) – The Salvation Army–Serving Lancaster & Fairfield County surpassed their annual Christmas Cheer campaign goal by 23% through red kettle donations. The initial goal of $110,000 was set according to previous years’
Amanda-Clearcreek Announces Hiring of Head Football Coach, Alum with 15 Years of Coaching Experience
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Hannah Blair 740/-215-0759hannah@krilecommunications.com Amanda-Clearcreek Announces Hiring of Head Football Coach,Alum with 15 Years of Coaching Experience AMANDA, Ohio (February 2, 2026)– Amanda-Clearcreek Local Schools (A-C) announced the hiring of their new head football coach, William “Eddie” Johnson, to lead the 2026 season. Johnson brings 15 years of experience to the A-C football program, nearly half of which
From Crisis to Comeback: Strategies for Leading Your Business Through Adversity
No company is immune to adversity. Economic turbulence, shifting customer behavior, or unexpected market disruptions can strain even the strongest organizations. Yet businesses that survive (and often thrive) in these moments share a pattern: they treat challenges as catalysts for renewal rather than as roadblocks.Key Actions to Focus On Strengthen communication and transparency within your team. Prioritize financial clarity — know exactly where you stand. Focus resources on your most profitable or
Lancaster Festival Announces New Schedule & Confirmed Artists for 2026
January 23, 2026 LANCASTER FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES NEW SCHEDULE & CONFIRMED ARTISTS FOR 2026 LANCASTER, Ohio – The Lancaster Festival Board of Directors is excited to announce that the 2026 Lancaster Festival will take place with a newly revamped schedule of events.The week-long celebration of music, art and community will be held July 17 – 25, 2026, beginning with Artwalk in partnership with Destination Downtown Lancaster on Friday, July 17. Saturday, July 18 will include Festival Fair Day and a
Homeland Credit Union Announces 2026 Scholarship Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: January 16, 2026Homeland Credit Union Announces 2026 Scholarship ProgramChillicothe, Ohio - Homeland Credit Union is proud to announce the opening of its annual scholarship program for the 2026 academic year. Twenty deserving high school seniors will be awarded scholarships, each consisting of a $1,000 check and a $1,000 18-month certificate of deposit, designed to help students achieve their higher education goals.Eligibility Requirements:Applicants must be a current member of
OUCU Scholarships Announced
NEWS Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OUCU Scholarships Announced Applications are now available for the Harry B Crewson Ohio University Freshman Scholarship and the OUCU Higher Education Scholarship. The Harry B. Crewson Ohio University Freshman Scholarship, named for OUCU founder Dr. Harry B. Crewson, offers three $3,000 scholarships. They are awarded to graduating high school students who will be attending Ohio University and have demonstrated excellence in community activities and academic
The Power of a Media Kit: Why It Matters for Local Businesses
When a Lancaster Fairfield County business steps into the public eye—whether for growth, partnerships, or community engagement—a media kit becomes one of the most reliable tools for shaping how others understand and talk about the organization. It serves as a concise, ready-to-use information package that helps journalists, collaborators, and event organizers represent a business accurately and confidently. Learn below: What a media kit actually does for small and mid-sized businesses How it supports
Fairfield County Foundation 2026-2027 Scholarship Application Available Online Now
NEWS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 10, 2025 Fairfield County Foundation 2026-2027 Scholarship Application Available Online Now LANCASTER, Ohio --The Fairfield County Foundation is currently accepting applications for more than 100 different scholarship funds for local students for the 2026-2027 school year using one online application, which can be found at
