Wants vs. Needs: Why Lorain County’s Spending Doesn’t Add Up
Editorial Commentary by Joseph Jones If your household budget suddenly tripled, would you buy a second house before fixing the roof? Would you splurge on a new computer while your furnace is about to fail? Most people would not. But that is how Lorain County has been handling your tax Continue Reading
Human Trafficking Investigation Leads to Arrests and Closure of Sheffield Lake Foot Spa
Two people have been charged and additional charges may be forthcoming after a human trafficking investigation at a Sheffield Lake business. According to a release from the Sheffield Lake Police Department, officers began investigating D Foot Spa, located at 4648 Lake Road, after receiving an anonymous tip in September about Continue Reading
Spitzer Conference Center Gets $9.3 M Upgrade at LCCC
Lorain County Community College is set to undertake a $9.3 million renovation project to upgrade its John A. Spitzer Conference Center and surrounding campus infrastructure. The plan was first reported by Crain’s Cleveland Business, which noted that the project includes improvements to the conference center, parking areas, roofing work, and Continue Reading
Tension Flares as Residents Press Commissioner Moore on “Mega Site” and Infrastructure Plans
SOUTH AMHERST — A crowd packed the South Amherst Village Council meeting Monday night as Lorain County Commissioner Dave Moore faced pointed questions about proposed development and wastewater infrastructure near the Lorain County Regional Airport. Moore began by saying the county has discussed these projects for more than three years Continue Reading
New Ohio Minimum Wage Hike Still Leaves State Behind Half the Nation
Ohio’s minimum wage rose on January 1 to 10.70 an hour for most workers and 5.35 for tipped employees, according to the Ohio Department of Commerce. The change applies to businesses with annual gross receipts over 394,000 dollars. Smaller businesses and 14- and 15-year-olds remain under the federal minimum wage Continue Reading
Zelle Just Shut Down Its App — What Lorain, Ohio Residents Need to Know Now
If you live in Lorain, Ohio and use Zelle to send or receive money, there’s a big change you should know about. As of April 1, 2025, Zelle officially shut down its standalone mobile app. That means the Zelle app on your phone no longer works to send or receive Continue Reading
Trump Closes China Tariff Loophole Used by Fast Fashion Retailers Like Shein and Temu
By Aaron Knapp Staff Reporter Donald Trump has signed an executive order to shut down a trade loophole known as “de minimis” that has allowed low-value packages from China and Hong Kong to enter the US free of duties. Blow to Fast Fashion Giants The move appears to be a Continue Reading
Trump’s 2025 Tariffs Aim to Protect America — But What’s the Impact on Lorain, Ohio?
Trump’s Tough Tariffs Shake the Market — Could Lorain Benefit in the Long Run? Lorain, Ohio has been through a lot. Once known for its strong factories, shipbuilding, and steel mills, the city has faced years of job losses and plant closures. Now, a new national policy could bring more Continue Reading
Lorain Considers Its Future: Regionalization and Economic Growth Spark Debate
Lorain Regionalization Economic Growth is at the forefront of city discussions. Lorain grapples with long-term plans. Officials debate regionalization and economic growth. A recent Sewer and Water Boards meeting revealed opportunities and concerns. Officials worry about control and stability. Regionalization Debate The Avon Lake Water Authority’s interest sparked debate. Officials Continue Reading
Get Ready: Lake Avenue Road Diet Project Begins in Elyria Township
By Aaron Knapp, Staff Reporter Elyria Township, OH – Motorists and cyclists in Elyria Township will soon see changes along Lake Avenue as the highly anticipated Road Diet Project is scheduled to commence next week. The project, which will span from Griswold Road to Elyria Avenue, aims to improve safety Continue Reading