Vermilion FFA Earns Top Honors in First Erie County Fair Appearance
The debut came alongside the unveiling of a new FFA barn, built to support both Vermilion and Margaretta FFA chapters. The barn became a hub of activity during the fair, drawing visitors who stopped to see the student projects and learn more about FFA’s mission of building leadership, personal growth, 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. Junior – Noah Penton Junior – Izzy Smith Izzy had a great start of the year for the Sailor Girls Golf Team by taking the number one Continue Reading
Vermilion Schools Ready for First Day on August 21
The Vermilion Local School District will welcome students in grades 1–12 back to class on Thursday, August 21, 2025. The district has released the full 2025–2026 school calendar and detailed back-to-school schedules for Vermilion Elementary, Sailorway Middle, and Vermilion High School. Parents can review important dates such as open houses, Continue Reading
Vermilion Schools Welcome New Staff for 2025–26 School Year
During the superintendent’s report at Monday’s Vermilion Local School District Board of Education meeting, the district introduced several new staff members joining for the 2025–26 school year: The first day of school for Vermilion students is Thursday, August 21, 2025.
Sailors and Falcons Set Sights on Stillman Cup Showdown
This article is based on remarks made by Vermilion head coach Bill DiFucci and Firelands head coach Ryan O’Rourke during their appearances on the Lorain County Coaches Show, produced by the Lorain County Sports Network and associated with WOBL/WDLW Radio. The program was published on the network’s official YouTube channel Continue Reading
Driver Shortage Forces Vermilion Schools to Halt High School Busing
Update 12:29 pm: In a follow-up email, Superintendent Dr. Hile clarified that transportation will still be provided for all EHOVE students, despite earlier announcements about the suspension of bus service for grades 9 through 12. Vermilion Local Schools will temporarily suspend school bus transportation for students in grades 9 through Continue Reading
Plea Talks Continue in Former Vermilion Teacher’s Court Case
CLEVELAND, OHIO — A pretrial conference held July 30, 2025, involving former Vermilion Local Schools teacher Kristina Edmison and five co-defendants was continued as plea negotiations remain active, according to court records. The hearing, which included attorneys for all parties, resulted in an oral motion by the defense to continue Continue Reading
Confirmed Meth Discovery During May Arrest Leads to New Felony Charge
A Vermilion Township woman was arrested twice this year—first on bench warrants, then later on a felony drug charge—after jail staff discovered suspected methamphetamine during a routine search. On May 5, 2025, Kimberly Ann Phillips, 59, was arrested at her residence on Darrow Road by deputies from the Erie County Continue Reading
Vermilion Board Advances $47M Bond, Hires VP
At its July 14 regular meeting, the Vermilion Local School District Board of Education voted to move forward with placing a $47 million bond issue on the November 4 ballot, approved a new high school assistant principal, and reviewed a range of personnel and financial items as the district prepares Continue Reading
AP Cut, New Principal Hired as VLSD Bond Vote Looms
The Vermilion Local School District Board of Education held two public meetings in June and early July to address major staffing changes, approve year-end financial actions, and formally place a $47 million bond issue on the November 2025 ballot. New High School Principal Hired At the June 9 regular meeting, Continue Reading