Early Morning Shed Fire Draws Multi-Agency Response on Fairfax Drive
Just after 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, June 1, a shed fire broke out in the southwest corner of a Fairfax Drive property, prompting a rapid response from both the Vermilion Fire Department and Vermilion Police. According to Vermilion Fire Chief Bill Brown, firefighters arrived on scene at 7:31 a.m. to Continue Reading
Vermilion High School Celebrates the Class of 2025 at 134th Commencement
With pride, applause, and the toss of over a hundred caps, Vermilion High School celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2025 on Sunday, June 1. The 134th Commencement Exercises began at 1:00 p.m. and featured heartfelt speeches, student performances, and special recognitions for academic excellence and military service. The Continue Reading
Windows Smashed, Bike Stolen at Home Under Construction on Edgewater
A home under construction on Edgewater Drive was damaged sometime overnight between May 31 and June 1, with multiple windows shattered and a red bicycle reportedly stolen from the property. The incident was reported to police at 1:41 p.m. on Sunday, June 1, and logged as a criminal damaging case. Continue Reading
Main Street Beach Gate Malfunctions, Damages Car, Closes Lot
A malfunctioning automated gate at the Main Street Beach upper parking lot caused disabling damage to a vehicle Saturday night, prompting a closure of the lot, which remains blocked as of June 1 and has been personally confirmed by this reporter within the last 30 minutes. The incident occurred at Continue Reading
Supreme Court Allows Trump Administration to End Humanitarian Parole for Over 500,000 Immigrants
Washington, D.C. — In a decision with far-reaching implications, the U.S. Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to proceed with ending humanitarian parole protections for more than half a million immigrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. The Court issued a brief order on Thursday lifting a lower-court injunction Continue Reading
Cyber Incident Disrupts Lorain County Government Services
Lorain — Lorain County officials are investigating a network security incident that has disrupted several government systems and forced the temporary closure of multiple county departments. In a public announcement shared by the Lorain County Sheriff’s Office, the Commissioners confirmed that the county is working with third-party cybersecurity experts to Continue Reading
Main Street Vermilion 2024 Annual Report: Anchored in Community
Main Street Vermilion has released its 2024 Annual Report, highlighting a landmark year of growth, creativity, and community impact under the banner “Main Streets are for Everyone.” In 2024, the nonprofit organization officially purchased its longtime home at 685 Main Street, reinforcing its commitment to downtown revitalization. With over 7,200 Continue Reading
Vermilion’s Best on the Field This Week? Meet Them Here
This week, we recognize two outstanding Vermilion Sailors athletes for their incredible performances. From the desk of Vermilion Sailors Athletic Director Andy Stillman. Senior – Severin Kretchmar Kretchmar completed his Vermilion career by setting a new season record of 29-3 and career record at 1st singles of 96-27 (98-27 overall). Continue Reading
Vermilion Police Blotter: May 19–26, 2025 – Arrests, Rescues & More
From unruly juveniles to a dramatic ditch-side rescue, the latest blotter from the desk of Vermilion Police Chief Chris Hartung gives a look into the week’s law enforcement activity. Below are the highlights from May 19 to May 26, 2025: May 19 May 20 May 21 May 22 May 23 Continue Reading
Deputy Killed in Line of Duty in Morrow County
MARENGO, OH — May 26, 2025 — A 25-year-old sheriff’s deputy was killed Monday morning in Morrow County following an officer-involved shooting at a residence in the 100 block of County Road 26. According to a statement from Morrow County Sheriff John L. Hinton, the incident began when the Sheriff’s Continue Reading