JAM Auto Repair Now Open on Liberty Avenue in Vermilion
Sponsored Business Feature VERMILION — JAM Auto Repair is now open at 3723 Liberty Ave. in Vermilion, offering general auto repair services for local drivers. This is a sponsored business feature paid for by JAM Auto Repair. Information was provided by the business. The shop is owned by John “JD” Continue Reading
Vermilion Police Department Blotter April 20–26, 2026
From the desk of Police Chief Scott Holmes, the following incidents were reported by the Vermilion Police Department between April 20 and April 26, 2026. April 20 April 21 April 22 April 23 April 24 April 25 April 26 For non-emergency questions or concerns, call (440) 967-6116. For emergencies, please Continue Reading
Safety Town Registration Open as Vermilion Families Prepare for Summer
VERMILION — Registration is now open for this year’s Safety Town program, giving young children a chance to learn important safety lessons before the busy summer riding season. The two-week program will run June 15 through June 26 and is designed to help children learn how to stay safe while Continue Reading
Pastor Preston Watkins Returns to Grace United Methodist Church After Paternity Leave
VERMILION — Grace United Methodist Church welcomed Pastor Preston Watkins back to the pulpit Sunday, April 26, following his recent paternity leave. Watkins had taken time away from his pastoral duties to be with his family following the birth of his newborn daughter, Leanette. During his absence, retired Pastor Roger Continue Reading
Vermilion Poetry Society Celebrates Young Writers at 2nd Annual Poetry Contest
VERMILION — The Vermilion Poetry Society celebrated young writers Saturday during its 2nd Annual Poetry Writing Contest reception at Harbourtown Fine Arts Center. This year’s contest focused on the theme of “Friendship” and drew 86 entries from 57 student poets. The contest was open to students in grades 2 through Continue Reading
Harbourtown Hall Hosts Maker Market Featuring Local Vendors
VERMILION — Harbourtown Hall in downtown Vermilion hosted its Maker Market on April 25, drawing a steady flow of visitors throughout the day to shop local artisans, crafters and makers. By early afternoon, the space was filled with shoppers, with an estimated 200 people attending in addition to the 22 Continue Reading
Vermilion Moves Ahead With Urgent Wastewater Repairs as Long-Term Plan Continues
VERMILION — After years of larger wastewater discussions, Vermilion is now moving forward with immediate repairs at its existing treatment plant because some work can no longer wait. Mayor Russ Owens outlined the repairs during Monday’s Vermilion City Council meeting, explaining that long-term options are still being reviewed, but the Continue Reading
New Drone Light Show to Cap Off Light Up Vermilion
Something New Planned for Main Street Vermilion’s 25th Anniversary VERMILION — A new high-tech finale is coming to one of Vermilion’s most popular holiday traditions. According to their press release, Main Street Vermilion has announced plans to add a drone light show to its 2026 Light Up Vermilion celebration, marking Continue Reading
Council Reviews Proposal to Limit Mayoral Spending Authority
VERMILION — Vermilion City Council is reviewing a proposed ordinance that would place new limits on how much the mayor and city administration can spend without council approval, as part of a broader discussion on financial oversight and accountability. The proposal, Ordinance 2026-23, was introduced during a recent legislative committee Continue Reading
Trustee Steps Down as Chair, Requests Public Hearing
VERMILION TWP. — Vermilion Township Trustee Kenn Baughman stepped down as chair of the board for 30 days during a special meeting Friday, requesting a public hearing to address allegations related to his conduct. Baughman said the move was intended to allow the matter to be reviewed without him presiding Continue Reading