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
Vermilion Schools Restore High School Busing with Five New Drivers
After months of planning and training, Vermilion Local Schools is restoring high school busing beginning Monday, November 17. The change comes after the district successfully added five new certified bus drivers to its transportation team, filling crucial positions that had forced the district to suspend routes earlier this year. The Continue Reading
Vermilion’s Next Mayor Aims to Make Vermilion More Affordable
Incoming Vermilion Mayor-Elect Russ Owens says the rising cost of living is one of the city’s most pressing challenges, and one he plans to face head-on with a mix of business sense, collaboration, and creativity. Owens called affordability “the $64,000 question,” acknowledging that residents have felt squeezed by higher utility Continue Reading
Yves Development to Revitalize Former Vermilion School Site
VERMILION, OH — A long-vacant school property in Vermilion is set for a major transformation under a new development proposal by Yves Development, LLC, led by principal Garrett D. Allen. The project aims to convert the former Vermilion Middle School site at 935 Decatur Street into a vibrant residential neighborhood Continue Reading
Historic Vermilion Photos Come to Life at Ritter Library
VERMILION — The Vermilion Historical Society and Ritter Public Library are teaming up to bring local history to life through a special video presentation featuring photographs from Vermilion’s past. The program, titled Historic Vermilion Photos, showcases images spanning the early 1900s through the 1960s, drawn from the museum’s extensive photo Continue Reading
Vermilion Kiwanis Club Heats Up Community Spirit with Chili Cook-Off and Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway
The Vermilion Kiwanis Club is stirring up community spirit with two back-to-back events this November: their 3rd Annual Chili Cook-Off fundraiser and a Free Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway in partnership with the Vermilion Fire Department. The Chili Cook-Off takes place Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Continue Reading
Lorain man pleads not guilty to Vermilion homicide charges
LORAIN — Bryan J. Hall, 36, of Lorain, has pleaded not guilty to a 20-count indictment that includes multiple charges of aggravated murder, kidnapping, and felonious assault in connection with the July shooting death of a Vermilion woman. According to Lorain County court records, Hall entered his plea during an Continue Reading