Vermilion Honors Veterans and Dedicates Gold Star Memorial at Exchange Park
Vermilion residents gathered Tuesday morning at Exchange Park to honor the nation’s veterans and dedicate a new Gold Star Memorial stone recognizing those who gave their lives in service to the country. The ceremony was organized and led by veterans representing numerous local veteran service organizations, with fellow service members, Continue Reading
Students Serve Those Who Served: Vermilion High School Honors Veterans with Annual Luncheon
Vermilion High School’s Social Studies Department, in partnership with the Vermilion Teachers Association, hosted its annual Veterans Luncheon on Monday, November 10, at Open Door Church on Beechview Drive. The event brought together nearly 80 veterans, auxiliary members, and family guests for a meal prepared and served by students as Continue Reading
City to Challenge Voter-Approved Charter Amendment
VERMILION — Outgoing Vermilion Mayor Jim Forthofer has directed the city’s law department to begin a constitutional review of a newly approved charter amendment that limits the city’s use of Tax Increment Financing (TIF). Forthofer announced the move during Monday’s city council meeting, saying the amendment’s language may conflict with Continue Reading
Council President Addresses Firearm Incident at City Meeting
At Monday’s Vermilion City Council meeting, Council President John Gabriel opened with an unusual reminder: asking anyone carrying a firearm to return it to their vehicle unless they are a law enforcement officer. The statement followed an incident reported after the Nov. 3 council meeting, when officials learned that a Continue Reading