Sailor Standouts: Vermilion’s Athletes of the Week
This week, we recognize two outstanding Vermilion Sailors athletes for their incredible performances. From the desk of Vermilion Sailors Athletic Director Andy Stillman. Daniel Roy: Sophomore linebacker Daniel Roy earned Player of the Week honors with his exceptional play vs Huron. He finished the game with 11 tackles and 3 Continue Reading
Moped Rider Airlifted After Collision on Liberty Avenue
Vermilion – Emergency crews responded to a serious crash Tuesday evening near Subway on Liberty Avenue in Vermilion. Police say a car turning into a driveway collided with a moped traveling eastbound, leaving the rider critically injured. According to the Vermilion Police Department, officers arrived shortly after 6:20 p.m. and Continue Reading
Early Vermilion History: Double Feature at Ritter Library
The Vermilion Historical Society, in partnership with the Vermilion History Museum and the Ritter Public Library, will present a special double feature titled “Oulanie Thepy – The Golden Years of Vermillion: Part 1 and Part 2.” The video narrative explores Vermilion’s early beginnings in 1809 through its golden age of Continue Reading
Vermilion Police Department Blotter: October 6–13, 2025
From the desk of Vermilion Police Department Chief Chris Hartung, the following incidents were reported between October 6 and October 13, 2025: October 6:1300 – 200 block of Harbor Court: Neighbor dispute.1336 – Liberty Ave: Motor vehicle accident.1504 – 900 block of Jefferson Street: Property damage.1539 – 1100 block of Continue Reading
Vermilion Poetry Society Invites Community to Celebrate the Power of Words
The Vermilion Poetry Society is inviting residents to celebrate creativity and connection this fall with two free poetry events at the Harbourtown Fine Arts Center, 736 Main Street in Vermilion. Coffee House Poetry Night will be held Friday, October 17, from 7 to 9 p.m. The relaxed evening welcomes everyone Continue Reading
Vermilion Township voters to decide on fire and EMS levy this November
Vermilion Township voters will decide whether to approve an additional 3.35-mill continuous fire and EMS levy in the November 4 election. If approved, the new millage would combine with the township’s existing 1.65-mill levy for a total of 5 mills to support fire and emergency medical services, beginning collection in Continue Reading
Decision 2025 | Vermilion Schools Levy
Levy would upgrade 3 campuses District faces uncertainty amid state funding challenges VERMILION — This November, officials representing Vermilion Schools are asking voters to approve a new bond levy aimed at repairing and upgrading facilities across all three district campuses. The proposal comes as aging infrastructure, deferred maintenance and rising costs Continue Reading
Students Honor Classmate Ellie Smith with “Live Like Ellie” Fundraiser and Coloring Contest
A group of Vermilion seventh graders came together last weekend to honor their late friend, Ellie Smith, with a heartfelt act of kindness that captured the spirit of the Woollybear Parade. The students organized a coloring contest fundraiser themed around Ellie’s love for art, butterflies, and Harry Potter — all Continue Reading
Sailor’s Landing: A Dog-Friendly Hot Dog Spot Anchored in Community
Across from Ritter Public Library on Liberty Avenue, Sailor’s Landing Hotdog Stand has quickly become a small-town favorite for locals looking for a casual bite and friendly conversation. The stand is run by Billy and Emily Levi, who describe it as both a “bucket list” dream and a labor of Continue Reading
Goodwill’s “Drive to Victory” Comes to Vermilion and Edison High Schools
Vermilion/Milan — Goodwill Industries’ Drive to Victory program is rolling into Vermilion for the first time, pitting the Vermilion Sailors against the Edison Chargers in a friendly competition that benefits both schools and their communities. From Monday, October 13, through Thursday, October 16, donation trailers will be stationed at both Continue Reading