By Aaron KnappLorain, OH — A hazardous materials team responded to a situation at Lorain Baptist Church on Wednesday morning, prompting the temporary evacuation of nearby residents. At approximately 10 a.m., Lorain Fire and LifeCare crews arrived at the church located on Palm Avenue after concerns arose regarding the contents Continue Reading
Family Fight Turns Violent: Lorain Man Arrested After Elyria Stabbing
He was just staying for the weekend—until one fight left a man stabbed. Elyria Police say it could have been worse… A Quiet Street, A Sudden Stabbing: What Happened in Elyria? A stabbing on 12th Street in Elyria has left the community shocked and asking questions. A 31-year-old Lorain man, Continue Reading
Lorain County Board of Commissioners Meeting: New Sheriff Exposes Budget Issues—What It Means for Lorain County
The Lorain County Commissioners—Jeff Riddell, Dave Moore, and Marty Gallagher—held their regular meeting on March 14, 2025, discussing financial concerns, infrastructure projects, and public safety initiatives. Sheriff’s Office Budget Concerns Newly elected Lorain County Sheriff Jack Hall informed the board of over $240,000 in outstanding invoices from 2024 that were Continue Reading
Lorain Daily Events
An exhaustive list of events coming to Lorain, OH.
Waiving Police Tests in Lorain: Bold Innovation or a Sign of Trouble?
Lorain’s Police Hiring Process: Are Testing Waivers Fair? Lorain’s Civil Service Commission recently approved two former police officers for part-time positions without requiring them to take the standard hiring test. Instead, the city waived the testing requirement, citing their years of experience and past service. This decision has raised important Continue Reading
Love Dogs? Here’s Your Chance to Make a Difference at the Lorain County Dog Kennel!
For dog lovers in Lorain County, there’s a rewarding way to give back to the community—volunteering at the Lorain County Dog Kennel (LCDK). This shelter, located at 301 Hadaway Court, Elyria, OH, provides a temporary home for lost and stray dogs while working to reunite them with their families or find them Continue Reading
Community Support Lifts Lorain County 4-H to a Record-Breaking $33,000
PRESS RELEASE Lorain County 4-H Endowment Board Dinner and Auction The Lorain County 4-H Endowment Board members were excited to learn that we had a RECORD-BREAKING event! “The support from our community and attendees was impressive and humbling. It was a very successful evening for Lorain County 4-H youth” said Continue Reading
Lorain Teachers and Parents Voice Concerns Over Student Behavior and Support
Lorain, OH – A heated discussion unfolded at a recent Lorain City Schools meeting as teachers and parents raised serious concerns over increasing behavioral issues among students and the perceived lack of adequate support from the administration. The meeting, attended by Superintendent Jeff Graham and other district officials, shed light Continue Reading
Lorain Council Faces Tough Questions Over Expensive Traffic Overhaul
Are Some of Lorain’s Traffic Lights Unnecessary? A Heated Debate Over the Glance Monitoring System Are some of Lorain’s traffic lights no longer needed—and could removing them actually make the roads safer? That’s what Lorain City Council debated as they discussed a new system to modernize the city’s traffic signals. Continue Reading
Lorain’s Best Comfort Food: 10 Must-Try Restaurants That Locals Swear By
Where Do Lorain Locals Go for Comfort Food? The 10 Must-Try Restaurants When you need a warm, hearty meal that feels like home, where do you go? We asked Lorain residents exactly that—and they had a lot to say. From classic diners to hidden gems, we gathered real recommendations straight Continue Reading