Should We Be Spending Big While Residents Struggle? Vermilion Council Debates Priorities
At the May 5, 2025 Vermilion City Council meeting, tensions emerged as city leaders weighed infrastructure spending against the financial burden already felt by residents. “We’re talking about the people of this town—who live here, breathe here—and they’re struggling,” said Council at Large Gary Howell. He expressed frustration that council Continue Reading
Main Street Momentum: 10,000 Volunteer Hours and Big Plans Ahead for Vermilion
At Monday night’s Vermilion City Council meeting, Main Street Vermilion Executive Director Kate Repola delivered a high-energy presentation on the nonprofit’s recent impact and ambitious plans for the future. In 2024 alone, the organization logged an impressive 10,000 volunteer hours, hosted 41 events, and coordinated 40 seasonal flower pots, seven Continue Reading