Vermilion schools approve 2026–27 staffing cuts
The Vermilion Local School District Board of Education voted unanimously Monday night to approve a reduction in force for the 2026–27 school year, a decision made during a somber special meeting marked by careful explanations, visible emotion and repeated acknowledgment of the personal impact involved. Superintendent Wes Weaver said the Continue Reading
Could Vermilion teachers be cut in 2026–27?
District scheduled a special meeting Monday to discuss the possibility The Vermilion Local School District Board of Education has scheduled a special meeting for 6:00 p.m. Monday in the VHS Commons to consider a proposed reduction in force for the 2026–27 school year. Superintendent Wes Weaver said in an email Continue Reading
Sailor Standouts: Vermilion’s Athletes of the Week
This week, we recognize two outstanding Vermilion Sailors athletes for their incredible performances. From the desk of Vermilion Sailors Athletic Director Andy Stillman. Sean Rini – Sophomore Sophomore Sean Rini Had personal best times at the Sectional 6 swim meet and qualified in 4 events for the Northwest District swim Continue Reading
Local Paper’s Reporting Sparks Concerns Over Records and Accuracy in Vermilion Township
VERMILION TWP — Wednesday evening at the Vermilion Township Board of Trustees meeting, Trustee Kenn Baughman said a recent newspaper article about a Board of Building Standards complaint involving Vermilion Township left him with lingering questions, not just about the story’s accuracy but about what information was available when it was Continue Reading
Statement from Vermilion Mayor Russ Owens on Lorain County Wastewater Project
The following statement was released in full by Vermilion Mayor Russ Owens regarding Lorain County’s potential wastewater treatment plant and sewer line project, including the county’s announcement that it has secured land within the City of Vermilion and the city’s position on any possible connection to that system. To Vermilion Continue Reading
$3.17M Engineering Vote Moves Potential Wastewater Treatment Plant in Vermilion Forward
ELYRIA — Lorain County commissioners on Friday approved a $3.17 million engineering amendment tied to the Quarry Road Sanitary Trunk Sewer Extension, also referred to as the Northwest Lorain County Sanitary Sewer. The board approved Amendment No. 1 to the consulting services agreement with K.E. McCartney & Associates in an Continue Reading
Vermilion Bowling Bonanza offers free afternoon for kids at Lake Erie Lanes
The Kiwanis Club of Vermilion will host the “Vermilion Bowling Bonanza” on Sunday, Feb. 15, from noon to 2 p.m. at Lake Erie Lanes, 4523 Liberty Ave. The event is free for kids 17 and under. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. According to Jacqui Adkins, vice Continue Reading
Vermilion Police and Mayor Russ Owens Honor Officers and Families at 2025 Banquet
The Vermilion Police Department held its annual Awards Banquet for 2025 on Feb. 6, 2026, recognizing officers and dispatchers for outstanding performance over the past year. Mayor Russ Owens attended and issued two proclamations during the event. The first recognized Cpl. Brian Beckwith and Ofc. Marissa Demuth for saving a Continue Reading
Planning Commission Advances Gym and Business Park Plans
VERMILION — Vermilion’s Municipal Planning Commission moved two Liberty Avenue projects forward Wednesday, Feb. 4, approving preliminary site plans for a new gym and a proposed business park on 4-0 votes. The first proposal came from John Decker and Matt Perkins for Apex Strength Club, a planned 24/7 gym with Continue Reading
After Months With an Interim Leader, Vermilion Schools Make a Superintendent Decision
According to a press release from the Vermilion Local School District Board of Education, the board unanimously approved Wes Weaver as the district’s next superintendent during its regular meeting Monday, Feb. 9, 2026. Weaver has served as interim superintendent since October 2025. He will remain in the interim role until Continue Reading