Measles Outbreak in Texas: Is Lorain, Ohio at Risk? A measles outbreak in Texas has health officials on high alert, with nearly 200 confirmed cases, over 20 hospitalizations, and one reported death. As the disease spreads, many wonder whether Lorain, Ohio, could be next. Low vaccination rates in parts of Continue Reading
Opinion: Lorain’s Two Standards and the Elmore Example: A Blueprint for Order and Fairness – An Expanded Critique
By Frank L. Virtuous The recent Lorain City Council meeting wasn’t just a display of procedural missteps; it was a stark illustration of how selective enforcement and perceived favoritism can shred the fabric of public trust. The twin issues of uneven public comment time limits and the disparate application of Continue Reading
Letter to the Editor: Lorain’s Streets Are a Disaster – And Our Leaders Are Out of Excuses
Drive anywhere in Lorain and you’re instantly reminded that our streets are a crumbling mess of potholes, cracks, and failed patches. Our roads aren’t just bad-they’re dangerous. Yet year after year, residents hear the same excuses from city officials. “It’s the weather,” they say. “It’s a funding issue,” they claim. Continue Reading
Lorain County Commissioners Address Infrastructure, Emergency Services, and Public Concerns Over Taxes at 2/28 Meeting
LORAIN COUNTY – The Lorain County Board of Commissioners convened on February 28, 2025, to discuss a range of county matters, including infrastructure funding, emergency management, stormwater mitigation, and public concerns over potential tax increases. Commissioners Dave Moore, Marty Gallagher, and Jeff Riddell were all in attendance. Agenda Attachments State Continue Reading
Sick of Potholes? Here’s What Lorain Is (And Isn’t) Doing About It
Why Potholes Can’t Be Repaired in February in Lorain, Ohio Lorain, Ohio, like much of the Midwest, experiences harsh winter conditions that make pothole repairs nearly impossible in February. Despite frustrated drivers dodging craters in the road, the reality is that cold temperatures, unpredictable weather, and material limitations prevent effective Continue Reading
Could Lorain Benefit From Wealth-Based Immigration?
Lorain, Ohio, and the Future of Investor Visas: From EB-5 to Trump’s “Gold Card” Program Lorain, OH – The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program has long been a tool for economic development in cities across the U.S., including parts of Ohio. Designed to bring foreign capital into the country, the program Continue Reading
Lorain’s Biggest Eyesore: Why St. Joseph’s Hospital Still Haunts the City
The Rise and Fall of St. Joseph’s Hospital: A Political and Financial Odyssey For over a century, St. Joseph’s Hospital in Lorain, Ohio, was a pillar of the community, providing medical care, employment, and stability. However, the last 25 years have seen the facility’s decline, multiple ownership changes, political entanglements, Continue Reading
$6.6 Million Spending Spike: Is Lorain Headed for a Financial Meltdown?
Lorain Faces Budget Deficit Amid Workforce Cuts, Fee Hikes, and Infrastructure Improvements Lorain, Ohio — February 2025 — The City of Lorain continues to grapple with a significant budget deficit, which has led to personnel cuts, fee hikes, and cost-saving measures in recent years. In 2022, the city faced a Continue Reading
Understanding Your Taxes: Income vs. Property
Taxes are part of life, but understanding where your money goes can be confusing. This article is meant to give a very simple explanation of how income tax and property tax work in Lorain. While there are many details and exceptions, this will provide a general idea of what each Continue Reading
Know Your Rights: Legal Aid’s Child Support Presentation Coming to Lorain County
Understanding child support laws can be overwhelming, but help is on the way for Lorain County residents. On Friday, February 28, 2025, from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM, Goodwill Industries of Lorain County will host a “Child Support: Know Your Rights” presentation at the Goodwill Opportunity Center, 4743 Liberty Ave., Continue Reading