Vermilion City Council Meeting 4/7/25: Watch: Residents Speak Out and Officials Fire Back (Video Hub)
We’ve broken down the key moments of Public Participation, where residents spoke their minds; Administration’s Response, where officials addressed concerns; and Council Correspondence, where formal communications were read into the record. Whether you missed the meeting or just want to see the highlights for yourself, everything you need concerning these Continue Reading
Residents Get Relief, Officials Worried: The Vote That’s Shaking Up Vermilion’s Budget
At Monday night’s Vermilion City Council meeting, members narrowly passed Ordinance 2025-12, which reestablishes a full 1% income tax credit for residents who pay municipal income tax to another city. The final vote was 4-3, with Council members Lucas, Drew Werley, Howell, and Drew voting in favor. Council members Holmes, Continue Reading
City of Vermilion – Public Meeting Calendar for May 2025
Week of May 4–10: Week of May 11–17: Week of May 18–24: Week of May 25–31:
Think Your Local Government Is Playing Fair? These Transparency Red Flags Say Otherwise
When it comes to local government, transparency isn’t just a buzzword—it’s the bedrock of public trust. Residents deserve to know how decisions are made, how money is spent, and how to get involved. But too often, transparency is more of a promise than a practice. So what does transparency really Continue Reading
The Truth About Tariffs: Who Wins, Who Loses, and Why It Matters Locally
In recent weeks, tariffs have returned to the national spotlight—and with them, a flood of hot takes and half-truths. Some see tariffs as essential tools to protect American industry and correct decades of unfair trade. Others warn they’re hidden taxes that raise prices and spark global retaliation. So what’s really Continue Reading
Vermilion Twp. Fire Chief Sounds Alarm on Funding Crisis, Proposes Full-Time Paramedics
By Aaron Knapp Vermilion Township Fire Chief Frank Triana delivered a detailed and concerning report to the Township Trustees at a recent meeting, outlining the department’s current operational status and emphasizing a critical need for increased funding to sustain and improve services. Chief Triana’s report included a proposal to consider Continue Reading
From Roofs to Rail Ties: See How Vermilion’s Historic Homes Are Getting a Makeover
On April 2, 2025, Vermilion’s Historic Design and Review Board met at the Vermilion Municipal Court Complex to review four residential applications for updates within the city’s historic district. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Chairperson Robbie Brown. Members present included Dan Pryor and Judy Doll. Continue Reading
Joe Baxter Appointed as Vermilion Township Administrator Following Sexton’s Resignation
After the resignation of Township Administrator Keith Sexton, the Vermilion Township Board moved quickly to appoint a replacement during their Wednesday night meeting. Local resident and business owner Joe Baxter was selected to fill the vacant seat. Baxter had previously run for an unexpired 2-year term as trustee in the Continue Reading
The Perfect Vermilion Weekend Starts Here: Music, Food, and Good Times Await
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here’s your ultimate guide to where to go, what to eat, and who’s playing live music—organized by venue so you can plan your perfect night out in Vermilion. Paper Moon Winery 2008 State Rd (OH 60), VermilionLive Music | 6:00 PM – Continue Reading
Major Construction Alert! The Roads and Sidewalks Getting a Makeover in 2025
Vermilion is seeing plenty of construction activity, with multiple road, sidewalk, and infrastructure projects underway. On the east side of town and in Vermilion-on-the-Lake, crews are working on lateral connections, currently reaching Parkland, with a focus on Essex and Fairfax. In the Valley View area, additional infrastructure improvements are ongoing. Continue Reading