Good morning, Fairfield County. Just in time to rescue us from the winter doldrums, Winans Coffee & Chocolates is bringing its legendary turtle candies and steaming mochas to Marysville. The beloved Ohio chocolatier's Valentine's Day opening feels like Cupid himself planned it, especially as we hunker down through what's turning out to be a particularly dramatic season of "Winter in Ohio."
Speaking of drama, while Mother Nature flexed her muscles with a Level 3 snow emergency that turned Lancaster into a ghost town, the Mullens brothers were creating their own kind of chaos at the county fair's demolition derby. Nothing says family bonding quite like crushing your sibling's car in front of a cheering grandstand - though we imagine their mother might have a different opinion on that particular showing of brotherly love.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
☕ Beloved Ohio chocolate shop sweetens the deal with new Marysville location. Winans Coffee & Chocolates, a cherished establishment since 1961, is set to open its doors at 132 Emmaus Road on February 12th, just in time for Valentine's Day celebrations. The expansion marks the first-ever Winans storefront in Marysville, joining existing Central Ohio locations in German Village, Grandview, and the Short North. The shop will bring its signature offerings of mochas, chocolate turtles, and handcrafted caramels to eager suburban customers. This latest addition continues the growth of the popular Ohio-based chain, which has built a loyal following over its 60+ years in business.
❄️ Massive snowfall paralyzes Lancaster, triggering highest-level emergency alert. Multiple inches of snow blanketed Fairfield County, Ohio, forcing officials to declare a Level 3 snow emergency on Monday, January 6, 2025. The severe weather conditions prompted authorities to restrict road access, with only emergency vehicles and essential personnel permitted to travel. Snow plows worked through the morning hours to clear the streets, while photos showed nearly deserted roads throughout Lancaster. The American flag flew at half-staff against the stark white backdrop as the winter storm continued to impact the region.
🏁 Brothers battle it out in epic demolition derby showdown at county fair. In an intense Smash It Mini heat at the Fairfield County Fair, Matthew Mullens of Wellston emerged victorious over his brother Danny in front of packed grandstands. The October 11 event in Lancaster, Ohio drew huge crowds eager to witness the metal-crunching action. The derby featured multiple heats where drivers strategically crashed their vehicles into one another until only one remained running. The dramatic sibling rivalry added an extra layer of excitement to the already thrilling fair attraction.
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Girls)
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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 Berne Union Rockets | ||
| vs Grove City Christian | L 46-30 | |
 Amanda-Clearcreek Aces | ||
| vs Bishop Hartley | W 45-43 | |
 Bloom-Carroll Bulldogs | ||
| vs Chillicothe | W 53-21 | |
 Fairfield Christian Academy Knights | ||
| @ Miller | W 54-9 | |
 Fairfield Union Falcons | ||
| vs Logan Elm | W 65-43 | |
 Lancaster Golden Gales | ||
| @ Watkins Memorial | W 42-39 | |
 Millersport Lakers | ||
| vs Bishop Rosecrans | W 47-44 | |
| @ Maysville | L 67-31 | |
 Pickerington North Panthers | ||
| vs Licking Heights | W 61-40 | |
| vs Hayes | L 63-55 (OT) | |
 Fisher Catholic Irish | ||
| @ Wellington School | W 43-35 | |
 Liberty Union Lions | ||
| @ Circleville | L 40-24 |
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