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Welcome to Visit Fairfield County’s newsroom! For interview requests, press trip assistance or high-resolution images, please reach out to visitfairfieldcounty@bellecommunication.com and we’d be happy to help.

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Use the menu below to browse some of our favorite articles about Fairfield County. Find a story that interests you? View the full article by clicking inside the box!

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May 2022: “From festivals and concerts to great parks and outdoor adventures, here’s your guide to making the most of this sun-soaked season.”

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April 22, 2022: “This is the perfect trail for any nature or plant lover. It features 13 local businesses, from flower shops and nurseries to greenhouses and arboretums.”

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February 28, 2022: “Family-friendly destinations that are just a short drive away!”

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October 6, 2021: “More than 250 homemade scarecrows are on display in Fairfield County in what is either a very cute or very freaky event.”

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October 5, 2021: “Middle ages will take over this weekend in Fairfield county changing a local park into a historically accurate recreation.”

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August 23, 2021: “As a home to more than 125 different species of trees, Ohio boasts some of the most stunning fall foliage in the country. This stunning display is perhaps the most beautiful in central Ohio, where glimpses of the changing seasons are everywhere.”

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July 20, 2021: “Gay Fad studios once was a cornerstone of Lancaster’s industry.”

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May 19, 2021: “Ohio is 2nd in the nation, only behind Pennsylvania, for the number of covered bridges that we have.”

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May 17, 2021: “Venture off the highway for quirky art and small town gems.”

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April 30, 2021: “What started as a community-wide effort to replenish trees in Lancaster’s Rising Park turned into the building of a botanical garden.”

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March 5, 2021: “Welcome to Hidden Gems, the monthly series in which we share the best places for weekend getaways. We know you’re having some wanderlust, but there’s so much magic to be seen in and around Ohio. Stick with us, and we’ll show you where to go to make the most of your weekend.”

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February 12, 2021: “New ‘trails’ and “staycations” developed by Visit Fairfield County seek to promote locally owned businesses and sights amid the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.”

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January 2021: “You CAN get outdoors with the family this winter and enjoy the beauty of it all. We have five of the most beautiful winter hikes in Central Ohio within a short drive from Cincinnati, plus, ideas on where to stay!”

Read it Again

Check out these great stories from years prior!

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Uncover Ohio's Covered Bridges

November 23, 2020

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How Does This Unlikely State Produce Such Outstanding Wines?

November 19, 2020
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Ohio's Trail of Scarecrows Is Back with 275 Slightly Freaky Stuffed Humanoids Erected Across Fairfield County

October 2, 2020
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3 Midwest Road Trips For Summer – Indianapolis, Ohio And Wisconsin

July 3, 2020
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Ohioans who don’t want to venture too far this summer still have lots of fun options

June 26, 2020
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Visitors bureau finds new way to promote Fairfield Co.

April 27, 2020
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Ohio's county of covered bridges invites you over for dinner and more

September 8, 2019
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Unique Record-Breaking Attractions in Ohio

July 27, 2019
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9 Wine-Country Getaways That Are More Affordable Than Napa

July 17, 2019
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Find a farmers market in the Columbus and central Ohio area

June 11, 2019
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A 144-mile outdoor art gallery debuts in Ohio

October 30, 2018
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These "Kissing Bridges" In Ohio Are Perfect For A Photo Shoot With Bae

June 27, 2018