Threats, Legal Battles, and Developer Drama: Vermilion’s Future at Risk!
DBR Commercial Realty and a Vermilion resident, Kathryn Craig, have filed a protest against Issue 7, a citizen referendum on rezoning approved by Vermilion City Council for property on Sunnyside Road. The protest was submitted to the Lorain County Board of Elections by Attorney Corey Colombo, who claims the referendum Continue Reading
Education Woes and Healthcare Failures: Ohio’s Struggle to Improve National Ranking
Ohio was ranked 36th in the 2024 U.S. News & World Report Best States list, a slight improvement from its 37th place last year. This ranking considers various categories such as healthcare, education, economy, infrastructure, and more, using thousands of data points to evaluate each state’s performance. Ohio’s performance was Continue Reading
EDITORIAL COMMENTARY: The People’s Notes
DID THE MAYOR REALLY SAY THAT? In the Mayor’s Notes last week, Mayor Forthofer marginalized all Vermilionites who care about the character of Vermilion when… He said: “WHO ARE WE TO DENY PEOPLE THE CHOICE of a smaller yard if they want to live in beautiful Vermilion like the rest Continue Reading
Say Goodbye to GetGo: Giant Eagle’s Bold Move by 2025
Giant Eagle, a prominent regional supermarket chain, has announced its decision to sell all of its GetGo convenience stores by 2025. This move marks a significant shift in the company’s business strategy as it aims to refocus on its core supermarket and pharmacy operations. The company has entered into an Continue Reading
What Is a Blue Moon? Why Tonight’s Full Moon Is So Rare!
A special event in the night sky is happening on August 19, 2024—it’s called a Blue Moon. But don’t let the name fool you; the moon won’t actually turn blue. A Blue Moon is when we have an extra full moon in a season. Normally, there are three full moons Continue Reading
Pandemic Funding Ends: Lorain Schools Scramble to Plug $81 Million Hole
The Lorain City School District Board of Education took decisive action on August 12, 2024, voting unanimously to implement a cost-cutting plan in response to a looming financial crisis. The district is grappling with an anticipated $11 million budget shortfall for the upcoming school year, which could escalate to a Continue Reading
6th Grade Pool Party Redo Splashes into Vermilion City Pool
The Vermilion City Pool came alive this Saturday, August 17, as 45 soon-to-be 7th graders gathered for the long-awaited 6th Grade Pool Party Redo. Originally planned for late May, the party was canceled due to a scheduling mishap, leaving the kids without their traditional end-of-year celebration. But all was not Continue Reading
Explore the Lighthouse That Has Survived 200 Years of Lake Erie’s Fury
The Marblehead Lighthouse, located in Marblehead, Ohio, is a historic landmark with a rich history dating back to 1821. This lighthouse is the oldest continuously operating lighthouse on the Great Lakes, having served as a guiding beacon for ships navigating the treacherous rocky shores of the Marblehead Peninsula. The lighthouse Continue Reading
Splashing into Action: Vermilion’s New Police Station Goes to Bid as Splash Pad Gets Approved! VERMILION CITY COUNCIL
Date: Monday, August 12, 2024Time: 6:00 p.m.Location: Vermilion Municipal Court Complex, 687 Decatur Street, Vermilion, Ohio On August 12, 2024, the Vermilion City Council convened both Committee Meetings and a Special City Council Meeting at the Vermilion Municipal Court Complex. The meetings addressed infrastructure improvements, safety updates, and legislative matters. Continue Reading
Erie County’s Unexpected Proposal: Will Homeowners Get a Break on Real Estate Taxes?
ERIE COUNTY, OH — Erie County commissioners are currently evaluating a proposal to suspend the county’s portion of the real estate tax to offer financial relief to property owners. This potential suspension would affect the county’s share of real estate taxes, which ranges from 4 to 5 percent. The discussion Continue Reading