Fairfield County, Ohio

06/02/2026

Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do in Fairfield County. 🤝 It takes all of us working together to support residents and strengthen our community.

This month, we’re highlighting the many partners who bring that spirit of collaboration to life, including the Harcum House, United Way of Fairfield County, Ohio University Lancaster, Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio, and the Lancaster-Fairfield Community Action Agency.

Thank you to these community partners who help create opportunities for the people of Fairfield County.💙

06/01/2026

📢 Shelter Update

The Fairfield County Dog Adoption Center & Shelter will be temporarily closing public access to the kennel area through Wednesday, June 3, while staff completes a comprehensive deep cleaning and sanitation process.

Please note:
🐾 There will be no public walk-throughs of the kennel through Wednesday, June 3.
🐾 Visitors may still schedule appointments to meet available dogs.
🐾 All other shelter services will continue as normal.
🐾 Staff will still be available to assist visitors and answer questions.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete this important work to maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment for the animals in our care.

Thank you for your continued support of the Fairfield County Dog Adoption Center & Shelter.

05/29/2026

The Fairfield County Workforce Center addressed the workforce needs of the local business community and the employment needs of residents.

05/28/2026

05/28/2026

We are Fairfield County. Every day looks a little different, but the mission stays the same.

Serving our communities through public health and essential services, connecting residents when it matters most, and protecting people at every stage of life.

Fairfield County is committed to showing up for our community every day.

05/27/2026

From honoring fallen heroes and celebrating graduates to cutting ribbons and awards ceremonies for business organizations, our commissioners are proud to support Fairfield County! Pickerington Area Chamber of Commerce Fairfield County Workforce Center Lancaster Fairfield County Chamber of Commerce

05/27/2026

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[11:53 AM] Tornado Warning issued for Fairfield County, OH until 12:15 PM. Seek shelter!

05/27/2026

UPDATE: 12:40 PM - Tornado warning has expired.

This is not a test. Areas of Fairfield County are now under a Tornado Warning and the outdoor warning sirens are sounding. Please take shelter immediately and monitor official weather sources for updates.

05/26/2026

05/22/2026