Elyria Invests $3.1M in Water Infrastructure as City Eyes New Revenue From Sheffield Village
ELYRIA — Elyria City Council has approved moving forward with a roughly $3.14 million investment in water infrastructure, while city officials also work toward a separate agreement that could position Elyria as the primary water supplier for Sheffield Village. The funding approved by council will go toward the early procurement Continue Reading
Lorain County Secures Funding to Expand Microtransit Service
Lorain County officials announced March 26, 2026, that new federal funding has been secured to expand the county’s on-demand microtransit service, ViaLC, as demand for rides continues to grow. The funding will be used to support expanded service hours and improve access to major employment and retail areas, according to Continue Reading
Lorain Details Road, Sidewalk and Safety Projects, More Planned for 2026
A series of roadwork, sidewalk upgrades and pedestrian safety efforts were completed across Lorain in 2025, with additional projects already being planned for 2026, according to a recent update shared by city partners. The update, released through “Lorain Connected,” outlines both infrastructure improvements and community-based safety efforts that took place Continue Reading
USPS Could Run Out of Cash Within a Year as Stamp Prices Push Toward $1
The United States Postal Service is warning that it could run out of cash within the next year if major changes are not made, as stamp prices continue to rise and financial losses mount. Postal Service officials say the agency is facing long-term financial pressure driven by declining mail volume, Continue Reading
Packed Lorain County commissioners meeting draws public comment on JFS strike, sewer and mega site concerns
ELYRIA — A packed Lorain County Board of Commissioners meeting Tuesday, Feb. 24 drew more than a dozen speakers during public participation, many of them connected to the ongoing strike at Lorain County Job and Family Services. Other residents used the microphone to raise concerns about sewer planning, the county’s Continue Reading
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Ohio Bill Would Allow Pharmacists to Prescribe Some Medications Without Doctor Visit
Ohio lawmakers are considering a proposal that would allow pharmacists to prescribe and dispense certain medications without requiring patients to first see a physician. House Bill 629, known as the Pharmacist Prescribing Authority Act, would expand the scope of practice for licensed pharmacists in Ohio by permitting them to treat Continue Reading
Ohio Minimum Wage to Increase on Jan. 1, 2026
COLUMBUS — Ohio’s minimum wage will increase on January 1, 2026, following an annual inflation adjustment required under state law, according to the Ohio Department of Commerce. The minimum wage for non-tipped employees will rise to $11.00 per hour, up from $10.70 in 2025. The tipped minimum wage will increase Continue Reading
Purchase Agreement for Midway Mall Terminated by Developer
The Lorain County Port Authority announced Tuesday that the planned sale of Midway Mall will not move forward. Industrial Commercial Properties, known as ICP, ended its purchase agreement after completing its due diligence review. According to the Port Authority, ICP notified officials on November 26 that it intended to terminate Continue Reading
Ohio Bill Could Change Marijuana and THC Drink Rules Statewide
Ohio lawmakers are debating a new bill that would change how people can use marijuana and THC products across the state. The plan, called Senate Bill 56, creates new rules for public use, home use, THC drinks, and where these products can be sold. Marijuana has been legal for adults Continue Reading