New Tax Credit on the Table—Will Vermilion City Council Approve It?
At the Vermilion City Council’s Legislative Committee meeting on March 10, discussions intensified over Ordinance 2025-12, which proposes restoring the full 1% income tax credit for residents who work outside the city. The debate centered on the financial impact of such a move and potential tax relief for seniors. At Continue Reading
Steve Herron to Resign as Vermilion City Council President – Do You Have What It Takes to Be Vermilion’s Next City Council President?
Vermilion City Council President Steve Herron has announced his resignation, effective April 30, 2025, citing increased job responsibilities that will prevent him from consistently attending council meetings. President Herron’s term ends at the end of 2025. With his departure, Vermilion City Council is now seeking applicants to fill the vacancy. Continue Reading
Vermilion Police Department Dispatch Log
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Why Is Our School Levy Being Held in May Instead of November?
Editorial Commentary Recently, this question keeps popping up to us from the community: “Why is our school district holding the levy in May instead of November?” While there are several practical reasons for this timing, one key factor is the strategic expectation regarding voter turnout. Let us try to reason Continue Reading
Another Month, Another Delay: Planning Commission Pushes Cannabis Zoning Down the Road Again
The City of Vermilion Planning Commission met on March 5, 2025, with members Joe Williams, Jeff Hammerschmidt, and Guy Sako in attendance. Jim Chapple and Heather Shirley were absent. Several key issues were discussed, including cannabis zoning regulations, a land use variance for a dog kennel, and a lot split Continue Reading
Vermilion High School Named Academic Achievement Students For 1st Semester 2024-25
Academic Achievement students First Semester 2024-2025 DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL Grade 8: Marley Dimacchia, Alexa Guitar. Rebekah Marrero Booth, Ryan McGlothlin, Owen Moes, Lindsey Morrison, Brayden Myers, Jude Thomas. Grade 9: Amelia Dahl, Lily Fisher, James Henkel, Jessica Neiger, Madelyn Smith. Grade 10: Timothy Anders. Grade 11: James Bengele, lan Cael-Durden, Continue Reading
Get Ready, Vermilion! Your Weekend Just Got Packed with Music, Art, and Delicious Food! (March 7-9)
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? From live music and karaoke to art shows and fish fries, there’s plenty happening in and around Vermilion! Check out the lineup below and make your plans! Live Music & Entertainment Paper Moon Vineyards2008 State Rd (OH 60), Vermilion, OH📞 +1 440-967-2500🌐 Continue Reading
Vermilion High School Presents Disney’s The Little Mermaid Musical
Press Release by Vermilion Choral Boosters Tuesday, March 4, 2025 Vermilion High School Presents Disney’s The Little Mermaid Musical VERMILION, Ohio — Flippers and fins will swirl on stage as Vermilion High School Performing Arts presents the musical, Disney’s The Little Mermaid. Performances will take place in Vermilion High School’s auditorium on Continue Reading
Nonpartisan No More? The Fight Over Political Labels in Ohio’s School Board Elections
A new proposal in the Ohio Senate, S.B. 107, could bring significant changes to how school board elections operate across the state, shifting them from their traditionally nonpartisan status to a partisan structure. While Vermilion’s school board and city council elections are currently nonpartisan, the question remains: should voters in Continue Reading
Celebrating the Life of David Frank Workman Sr.
David Frank Workman Sr., a beloved member of the Vermilion community, passed away on February 26, 2025, at the age of 91. Though he spent the past four years in Kentucky to be closer to family, Vermilion was his home for 54 years, a place where he built lifelong friendships Continue Reading