Vermilion Police Department Blotter 2/14 & 2/15
February 14, 2025 February 15, 2025
Vermilion Officials Asked to Address Senior Housing Shortage
At recent meetings of the Vermilion City Council on February 3 and the Vermilion Township Trustees on February 5, Serving Our Seniors Executive Director Sue Daugherty urged local leaders to take action in response to a growing senior housing crisis. Sue Daugherty speaks at Vermilion Township Board of Trustees Meeting Continue Reading
Lorain County Board of Commissioners Meeting (video & attachments)
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2025 9:30 am Agenda Investments Appropriations Account Transfers Advances & Repayments Requisitions RECAPITULATION OF VOUCHERS Personnel Summary Sheet Travel
Egg Prices Soar as Food Costs Creep Up in January
By William Kohler Food prices continued their upward trend in January, with the food index rising 0.4% for the month. At this rate, food prices would increase 4.9% over the next year. Grocery shoppers felt the biggest pinch in the meats, poultry, fish, and eggs category, which jumped 1.9%, largely Continue Reading
From Friday Night Lights to College Heights: Aaron Mathis Takes His Talent to Walsh University
For Vermilion Sailors quarterback Aaron Mathis, football has always been more than just a game—it’s been a journey of growth, perseverance, and leadership. As a three-year starting quarterback and defensive back, Mathis has faced challenges head-on, proving himself as a dedicated athlete and an outstanding student. Now, as he prepares Continue Reading
Celebrate Our Heroes: Vermilion’s Urgent Call for Names on the Gold Star Memorial
Honoring Our Heroes: Vermilion’s Gold Star Memorial Vermilion, Ohio, is preparing to honor its fallen heroes with the city’s first-ever Gold Star Memorial. This monumental project, spearheaded by Navy veteran and AMVETS Commander Malcolm Williams, will commemorate the area’s military veterans who lost their lives in action during one of Continue Reading
Postcard from Paimpol (Brittany, France)
By Sylvaine Travadon Paimpol is a small town located in Western France, on the Channel, the sea between France and the UK. Since 1992, Vermilion, Ohio and Paimpol have been twin cities. Though the partnership seems to have faded away over the years, we would like to introduce you to your sister town Paimpol. Consider Europe, zoom Continue Reading
Why It’s More Important Than Ever to Be Involved with Your Local Government
In an era when national headlines dominate the conversation, it’s easy to overlook the vital role local government plays in our daily lives. Yet recent events in Vermilion serve as a powerful reminder of why civic engagement matters. From rising water rates to contentious development proposals, the decisions made in Continue Reading
Will Vermilion Find Relief From Soaring Property Taxes?
Property taxes are a growing concern for many families in Vermilion, Ohio. As home values rise, so do property taxes, leaving many residents, especially seniors, struggling to keep up. For those on fixed incomes, like retirees, the burden can feel overwhelming. It’s time for Ohio lawmakers to take action and Continue Reading
Commentary: Roundabouts, Speed Limits, and Road Safety. Will ODOT Address the Hazards of State Route 60 in Vermilion?
State Route 60 is one of Vermilion’s most heavily traveled roadways, but for those who use it daily, it has also become one of the most dangerous. Between Mason Road and Sailorway Drive, a short stretch of just a few miles, drivers encounter multiple intersections, high-speed traffic, and challenging road Continue Reading