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Fairfield County • October 27, 2025

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Good morning, Fairfield County. What should have been a relaxing getaway turned into a privacy nightmare for one family at Hocking Hills, where hidden cameras in a rental cabin's bathroom led to felony charges against the property owner. Jason Yard now faces up to 12 years behind bars after investigators discovered footage of 62 people, including children—a disturbing reminder of the vulnerabilities that can lurk in vacation accommodations.

Meanwhile, a prime 73-acre property at the border of Licking and Fairfield counties has hit the market with a $20 million price tag, potentially attracting data center developers to our region's growing tech landscape. And for the cat lovers among us, Logan's Pet Orphanage is offering affordable spay/neuter services this November, with registration opening on the 1st at the Logan Hocking County Library. The $50-80 procedures include rabies vaccinations—a small price for responsible pet ownership.

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🔍 Hidden camera in vacation cabin leads to felony conviction. A family getaway in Hocking Hills turned horrifying when Alyssa Bradds discovered a concealed recording device in her rental cabin's bathroom. Property owner Jason Yard was convicted on felony charges after investigators found the camera contained footage of 49 adults and 13 children, including one video of a couple engaged in sexual activity. Yard faces up to 12 years in prison and must register as a Tier I sex offender, with prosecutors recommending a 4-6 year sentence. The disturbing case highlights growing privacy concerns in short-term vacation rentals.

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🏭 Ohio farmland near I-70 hits market for $20 million. The 73-acre agricultural property in Millersport sits at the border of Licking and Fairfield counties. Located off Interstate 70, the site is being targeted for potential data center development. This listing comes amid increasing data center activity in Central Ohio, including a recent $2 billion campus that received tax breaks. The region's industrial market is showing positive momentum with vacancy rates dropping in the third quarter.

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🐱 Logan's Pet Orphanage offers affordable cat spay/neuter clinics this November. Registration opens November 1st at the Logan Hocking County Library, with services available on a first-come, first-served basis. The clinics will be held on November 9th and 23rd, with costs set at $80 for females and $50 for males, including required rabies vaccinations. Pet owners should arrive early as lines typically form before the 9:30am registration time. Cash payment is required at the time of registration.

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🏡 Real Estate Reveals

Real estate listing image Versatile modern home with options: This versatile Greenbriar home by Fischer Homes offers modern living at $459,990, featuring flexible first-floor spaces, an open kitchen, and options for converting the upstairs loft into a fourth bedroom.
Real estate listing image Modern ranch near everything: Priced at $179,900, this 3-bedroom ranch offers modern comfort with a remodeled kitchen, first-floor laundry, new roof, and fenced yard, all conveniently located near local amenities and Route 33.
Real estate listing image Spacious Countryside Haven Near Lancaster: For $349,900, this fully renovated 3-bedroom home sits on 1.5 acres with four outbuildings, including a workshop and garages. Country charm meets modern updates just minutes from Lancaster and Amanda.

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