By Karen Cornelius Erie County Commissioners Pat Shenigo, Matt Old, and Bill Monaghan are leaving their Columbus Avenue, Sandusky headquarters to do some traveling every fourth Thursday. They are bringing their business meetings to various municipalities and townships throughout the county as a way to be more visible to constituents. Their first away meeting wasContinue reading “The Erie County commissioners bring their business meeting to Vermilion”
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Parks looks at events, sharing Sherod with township, skate park renovations
By Karen Cornelius The Vermilion Parks and Recreation Board met on Tuesday night, February 20, for a regular business meeting. They discussed a variety of topics including an interesting proposal to regionalize Sherod Park and combine it with Vermilion Township’s resources. The skate park’s future was front and center as well as talk on renovatingContinue reading “Parks looks at events, sharing Sherod with township, skate park renovations”
Joby Pfeil becomes fourth to score 1000 high school career points at VHS
By Melanie Williamson Vermilion High School senior Joby Pfeil recently made the record books by becoming only the fourth athlete in the district’s history to score 1000 points during his high school basketball career. Pfeil stated that at the start of the season, he was sure he would make it to 1000 points, but heContinue reading “Joby Pfeil becomes fourth to score 1000 high school career points at VHS”
Vermilion Lions Club donates $20,000 to causes in 2017; looks forward to 2018
The Vermilion Lions consists of many hardworking men and women who work all year long to raise funds to support local services, people, and causes. Looking back at 2017, the club was able to support a host of programs and projects totaling almost $20,000. The club is now planning fundraisers and activities for 2018 toContinue reading “Vermilion Lions Club donates $20,000 to causes in 2017; looks forward to 2018”
Ritter Library Chocolate Fest attracts thousands of chocolate lovers
More than 2,000 happy visitors enjoyed dozens of delicious treats at this year’s Chocolate Festival at Ritter Public Library. The new Chocolate Champions are Angela Carter and Emily Kieswetter who won first place with their “I HEART Brownies” creation. Chocolate-cayenne candied bacon won second place for Terry Caudill. Third place went to Denise Zielske forContinue reading “Ritter Library Chocolate Fest attracts thousands of chocolate lovers”
Parks board approves Showse Lighting Project; discusses pool, skate park
By Karen Cornelius The Vermilion Parks and Recreation Board met on Tuesday, January 16. Members elected Terry Parker the chairman for 2018 and Jon Logue the vice-chairman. The board discussed their capital levy budget, city pool problems, and repairs to the existing skate park as well as a new skate park committee. The following areContinue reading “Parks board approves Showse Lighting Project; discusses pool, skate park”
Vermilion’s grand lady, Dawn Full, is celebrating her 100th birthday
By Karen Cornelius When Vermilion marked its 175th birthday in 2012, the committee looked for royalty to reign over the event. The queen had to personify a long-time resident who was a positive example, good citizen, community leader, and contributor. They selected Dawn Full as the queen. Fast forward to Sunday, January 28, 2018 andContinue reading “Vermilion’s grand lady, Dawn Full, is celebrating her 100th birthday”
Five people inducted into the VLS Hall of Fame on January 30
Every year, past and present members of the Vermilion Local Schools community are honored and recognized by being inducted into the Hall of Fame. Whether being honored as former students, coaches, or educators, each of these individuals contributed something special to the community. The Hall of Fame inductions took place on Tuesday, January 30, duringContinue reading “Five people inducted into the VLS Hall of Fame on January 30”
Archival Society is working hard to preserve the history of Vermilion
For the past several years volunteers have been diligently cataloging the Vermilion Area Archival Society’s collection into PastPerfect Museum software. Hundreds of photos and historical documents have been donated to the Society for preservation. In cooperation with the library, the Society will be providing public online access to the photos andContinue reading “Archival Society is working hard to preserve the history of Vermilion”
Vermilion Relay for Life to benefit American Cancer Society is April 14
By Karen Cornelius Vermilion Relay For Life is returning to the city after a year’s absence when the event was merged with Erie County Relay for Life last year. The return by the American Cancer Society is exciting for Suzi Piskur, staff coordinator for this year’s benefit who knows the wonderful support the community hasContinue reading “Vermilion Relay for Life to benefit American Cancer Society is April 14”
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