Good morning, Fairfield County. In the midst of our county's snowiest winter wonderland since who-knows-when, Plaza Pizza is proving that nothing - not even a Level 3 snow emergency - can stop Ohio's love affair with good food. As this beloved family pizzeria prepares to open its third location in Johnstown, complete with their legendary Shirley Lou dessert pizza, they're giving us one more reason to brave the winter weather.
Meanwhile, Ohio's hunters have been making their own kind of history, bagging over 13,000 deer during muzzleloader season. That's enough venison to feed a small army - or at least keep our county's freezers stocked until Plaza Pizza's grand opening at month's end. Between the blanketing snow and impressive harvests, it seems Fairfield County is embracing winter's bounty in more ways than one.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🍕 Family-owned Plaza Pizza expands to third Ohio location this month. The new Johnstown storefront will celebrate its grand opening on January 31st with special deals and free merchandise for early customers. The pizzeria, originally established in 1971 and acquired by the Clagett brothers in 2019, specializes in Columbus-style thin crust pizza and their signature Shirley Lou dessert pizza. This marks their third location after successful ventures in Heath and their original store, serving up the same beloved menu of pizzas, subs, and salads that has kept them in business for over 50 years.
🦌 Ohio hunters bag over 13,000 deer during four-day muzzleloader season. The January hunt saw a slight increase from last year's total of 12,714, with nearly three-quarters of the harvested deer being antlerless. Coshocton County led the state with 544 deer checked, while several local counties saw decreases from their three-year averages. The 2024-25 hunting season has been robust overall, with Ohio hunters tagging more than 225,000 deer statewide - marking the third straight year above 200,000. The season's harvest has provided an estimated 11 million pounds of venison across Ohio.
❄️ Massive snowstorm turns Lancaster into winter wonderland and chaos. Fairfield County, Ohio has been under a level 3 snow emergency since last Sunday due to heavy snowfall. Residents are finding creative ways to cope, from vintage tractor plowing to sledding at Rising Park. Local photographer Ty Wright captured both the challenges and joy, showing people shoveling driveways alongside children enjoying snow-filled adventures. The community's resilience shines through as they navigate this significant weather event together.
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Girls)
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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 Lancaster Golden Gales | ||
| @ Reynoldsburg | W 55-45 | |
 Fairfield Christian Academy Knights | ||
| vs Cristo Rey | W 78-4 | |
| @ Wellington School | L 41-37 | |
 Pickerington Central Tigers | ||
| @ Groveport-Madison | W 73-9 | |
 Pickerington North Panthers | ||
| @ Westerville North | W 58-12 | |
| vs New Albany | W 61-54 | |
 Liberty Union Lions | ||
| vs Crooksville | W 61-50 |
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
Immaculate Fairfield Farms gem
Listed at $535,000, this immaculate one-story home in Fairfield Farms features a spacious great room with a kitchen bar, three bedrooms including a large master suite with a walk-in closet, and 2.5 bathrooms. The property boasts beautiful wood floors, a full basement, two garages, a storage shed, and modern amenities like a tankless water heater and a Door Ring system.
Remodeled ranch with spacious potential
This beautifully remodeled ranch home, priced at $290,000, features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with a contemporary interior adorned with high-quality finishes. A large, unfinished partial basement awaits your creative touch, while the attached 2-car garage and expansive backyard invite convenience and outdoor relaxation.
Sunlit home in prime neighborhood
Nestled in a sought-after Pickerington School District neighborhood, this beautifully maintained home is listed at $397,900 and boasts a sunlit living room with vaulted ceilings and a convenient office space. With a cozy family room, formal dining area, and spacious yard, this property offers a perfect blend of warmth, convenience, and community for its next lucky owner.
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🙏 In Remembrance
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