Ohio overpaid Vermilion schools by about $43,000, treasurer says
VERMILION (Nov. 12, 2026)Ohio sent Vermilion Local Schools about $43,000 more than it should have in a state payment tied to property tax relief, district Treasurer Justin Klingshirn told the school board Nov. 9. Vermilion Local Schools Klingshirn said he expects the state to recover the money. He said the Continue Reading
Fourth graders explore agriculture
High school students lead hands-on lessons By: Lilyan Jordan Vermilion and Margaretta FFA members taught fourth graders from Perkins and Margaretta about cattle, fishing, horses and farming during the Food for America program in October at the Erie County Fairgrounds. The fourth graders rotated through stations where they watched demonstrations, Continue Reading
Sailor Standouts — Athletes of the Week
Two juniors earn cheer, football honors VERMILION — Juniors Amelia Dahl and Chase Jackson are this week’s Sailor Standouts for their contributions on the sidelines and on the field during Vermilion’s football playoff run. Amelia Dahl, cheerleading Dahl volunteered to help paint the run-through banner for the playoff game. On Continue Reading
Sailor Standouts: Athletes of the Week
Sailors recognized for leadership, performance VERMILION — Two Vermilion High School student-athletes are being recognized for their dedication, leadership and contributions to their teams as part of this week’s Sailor Standouts: Athletes of the Week. Junior Soraya Ramos and senior Emma Gebhardt earned recognition for their commitment to their respective Continue Reading
Levy failure would trigger deep cuts
Superintendent outlines impact on students, families VERMILION — Larger classrooms, fewer teachers, reduced bus service and the possible loss of sports and other activities could become reality for Vermilion students if voters reject the school district’s operating levy Nov. 3. Superintendent Wes Weaver said the consequences would reach beyond athletics Continue Reading
Sailor Standouts: Athletes of the Week
Volleyball and football players earn recognition VERMILION — Two Vermilion High School sophomores have been named this week’s Sailor Standouts following impressive performances in volleyball and football. Payton Strickler — Volleyball Sophomore Payton Strickler led the Sailors’ offense with 19 kills, two blocks and three digs during a key conference Continue Reading
Sailor standouts: Athletes of the week
Soccer, volleyball performances earn recognition VERMILION — Vermilion Sailors Athletics is recognizing two standout student-athletes this week for their performances on the soccer field and volleyball court. Senior Brody Morrow and freshman Cara Caffarel earned Athlete of the Week honors for their contributions to their respective teams. Brody Morrow — Continue Reading
Sailors recognize two standout athletes
Volleyball milestone, football performance highlight week VERMILION — Two Vermilion High School athletes delivered standout performances this week, with one reaching a major career milestone and the other earning Player of the Week honors. Haley Stepp Senior volleyball libero Haley Stepp recorded her 1,000th career dig Tuesday, Oct. 6, adding Continue Reading
Longtime Sailors coach remembered
Decades of guidance shaped athletes VERMILION — For more than two decades, David Domonkos helped guide Vermilion athletes on the football field and track, leaving lessons that extended beyond sports. Domonkos, 66, passed away Oct. 4 at his Vermilion home following a lengthy illness. He had lived in Vermilion for Continue Reading
Sailors rally past Redskins, 24-14
Defense shuts out Port Clinton in second half PORT CLINTON — Vermilion scored 18 unanswered points and shut out Port Clinton in the second half Friday night to earn a 24-14 road victory at Tru-Lay Stadium. The win improved the Sailors to 6-1 and handed the Redskins their first loss Continue Reading