Cross Country Competes at Open Door Invitational
LORAIN — September 9, 2025The Vermilion Sailors cross country teams competed Tuesday at the Open Door Christian Schools Cross Country Invitational, held at Lorain County Community College. Boys Results Girls Results The Sailors achieved several personal records on a challenging course, showing steady improvement across both teams. Next Up Vermilion’s Continue Reading
Bellevue Sweeps Vermilion in Straight Sets
The Vermilion Sailors varsity volleyball team traveled to Bellevue on Tuesday night, where the Lady Red handed them a tough 3-0 loss in Sandusky Bay Conference play. Despite the sweep, the Sailors gained momentum as the match progressed, improving their score in each set. Bellevue took the victory with set Continue Reading
Two Candidates Vie for Vermilion Municipal Court Judgeship
Vermilion, Ohio — Voters heard directly from the candidates seeking to lead the Vermilion Municipal Court during the Lorain County Bar Association’s Candidate Night, held September 8 at Amherst High School. The event brought together candidates from across Lorain County, including those running for the Oberlin and Vermilion Municipal Court Continue Reading
Vermilion Fire Incidents: August 30 – September 5, 2025
From the desk of Vermilion Fire Chief Bill Brown The Vermilion Fire Department responded to several incidents between August 30 and September 5, 2025. The following is a summary of calls handled by firefighters during this period: September 2• 10:58 a.m. — Medical assist, Erie Road. Crews assisted Lifecare with Continue Reading
Vermilion City Council Reviews Rezoning, Road Projects, and Upcoming Public Hearings
September 8, 2025 – Vermilion, Ohio Vermilion City Council met Monday evening to review several rezoning proposals, infrastructure updates, and upcoming public hearings. The meeting covered ongoing road and waterline projects, a planning commission appointment, and funding approvals, while hearing input from residents on proposed zoning changes. Public comments: Homer Continue Reading
LifeWise Academy Launches Program With An Open House in Vermilion Amid Support and Concerns
VERMILION — The LifeWise Academy program officially launched in Vermilion this fall, offering voluntary, off-campus religious instruction to elementary students. The program’s arrival has sparked conversations across the community, drawing both support from participating families and questions from others about its role in public education. LifeWise Academy’s Program Kammera Rice, Continue Reading
Death Investigation Underway After Pedestrian Found on SR2 Near SR60
VERMILION TWP — A death investigation is underway after a pedestrian was discovered early Sunday morning on State Route 2 near the State Route 60 interchange in Vermilion Township. According to initial reports, a caller notified authorities around 3:15 a.m. that a person was lying in the westbound lanes of Continue Reading
Trustees Debate Sidewalk Project, Zoning Dispute, and Tourism Funding at Busy Vermilion Township Meeting
The Vermilion Township Board of Trustees met on September 3, 2025, for a lengthy session that covered zoning disputes, infrastructure projects, funding requests, and department updates. Trustees Kenn Baughman, Don Rowe Sr., and Kurt Johnson were present along with Fiscal Officer Stephanie Johnson, Fire Chief Frank Triana, and Township Administrator Continue Reading
Vermilion man pleads guilty in connection with wife’s death
Michael Krupienski has pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter following the 2024 death of his 81-year-old wife, Maria. Prosecutors say Maria died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after Krupienski, while under the influence of alcohol, handed her a loaded gun. Sentencing is set for October 21, with both sides agreeing to Continue Reading
Vermilion’s TIF Charter Amendment Heads to November Ballot Amid Debate
VERMILION — A proposed charter amendment involving Tax Increment Financing (TIF) will appear on the November 4 ballot, giving residents the chance to decide whether future TIF agreements should require voter approval. TIFs are a financing tool used by cities to encourage development. In simple terms, they allow the city Continue Reading