Vermilion Considers Citywide Road Study and New Committee to Address Long-Term Repairs
Vermilion City Council and the city’s administration are considering a full citywide road-condition study as part of a broader effort to plan long-term street repairs. The proposal was discussed during the Streets, Buildings and Grounds Committee meeting on Monday. Council members said the city lacks a comprehensive inventory of its Continue Reading
Council Freezes Sewer Rates as Mayor Questions 5,545-Page Wastewater Report Timeline
Vermilion City Council voted Monday to keep sewer rates at their current level while the city works to understand the true financial requirements of its wastewater system. The temporary rollback to January 2024 rates had been set to expire on March 31, which could have led to a steep increase 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. Morgan Frenk – Sophomore Morgan led the way to 3 wins: against Firelands 27pts, 11Rbs, 5Stls, vs Norwalk St Paul 17pts, 8Rbs, 5Stls, and vs Edison 14Pts, Continue Reading
Traffic Stop Leads to Felony Drug Charges in Vermilion
A Vermilion traffic stop led to felony charges after police say a driver fled at high speed before officers found two suspected narcotics bindles inside her vehicle, according to a Vermilion Police Department report. Det. Nicholas Kowal reported clocking a westbound vehicle at 77 mph in the 50-mph zone on Continue Reading
Vehicle Strikes Pole Near Wendy’s; Driver Turns Self In
Update: the driver of the vehicle that struck the pole turned themselves in and was subsequently cited by the OSHP. 1/12/25 9:07 a.m. VERMILION — Police are still searching for the driver who struck a utility pole early Saturday morning near Wendy’s on Liberty Avenue. According to dispatch records, the Continue Reading
Township Raises Concerns After Construction Trucks Use Local Roads Improperly
VERMILION TWP – Construction traffic related to ongoing development activity drew attention during the January 7 Vermilion Township Trustees meeting after officials reported that several trucks had been using roads not designated for construction haul routes. According to the discussion, some construction trucks traveling toward the Waterwood project area were Continue Reading
Vermilion City Council Opens 2026 With Board Appointments and Weighs Rule Changes Ahead
Vermilion City Council held its first regular meeting of the year on Monday, January 5, 2026, at the Vermilion Municipal Court Complex. Council President Jeff Lucas called the meeting to order, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and roll call. One piece of correspondence was entered into the record, outlining Continue Reading
Fire Levy Unlikely to Reach May Ballot After Trustees Reject First Required Resolution
A proposed fire levy increase now appears unlikely to reach the May 2026 ballot after Vermilion Township trustees voted down the initial certification resolution during their January 7 meeting. The measure sought to replace the township’s existing 1.65-mill fire levy with a 3.65-mill levy, adding 2 mills to support fire Continue Reading
Trustees Clarify Roles After Leadership Transition in Vermilion Township
The January 7 Vermilion Township Board of Trustees meeting has put to rest any questions surrounding who is handling the day-to-day operations of the township. Trustees confirmed that Trustee Kurt Johnson is now serving as township administrator, while former administrator Joe Baxter has moved into the township’s building department as Continue Reading
Mayor Owens Lays Out Aggressive Reform Agenda in First Council Meeting of 2026
At Vermilion City Council’s first meeting of 2026, Mayor Russ Owens delivered a sweeping and pointed report outlining his administration’s priorities for the years ahead. Owens described the coming term as a pivotal moment for Vermilion, telling council members the city must “do better” and “be better stewards” of taxpayer Continue Reading