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As part of the America250 and America 250-Ohio year-long celebrations, watch for our August theme, highlighting Sports &...
08/31/2026

As part of the America250 and America 250-Ohio year-long celebrations, watch for our August theme, highlighting Sports & Recreation (Athletics, local teams, active lifestyles).

Festivals that have become cherished traditions across Ohio is the August America 250-Ohio theme. Each fall, Vermilion h...
08/28/2026

Festivals that have become cherished traditions across Ohio is the August America 250-Ohio theme.

Each fall, Vermilion hosts the Woollybear Festival, inspired by the folklore that the woollybear caterpillar can predict the severity of the coming winter.

Featuring the world-famous Woollybear Parade, live entertainment, vendors, and family activities, this beloved event has brought generations together for more than 50 years in a celebration that's uniquely Lorain County.

The Lorain County Commissioners Meeting will be held on Friday, August 28, 2026 at 9:30am, conference room B on the 4th ...
08/27/2026

The Lorain County Commissioners Meeting will be held on Friday, August 28, 2026 at 9:30am, conference room B on the 4th floor of the Lorain County Administration Building.

8/25/26 - Lorain County Commissioners Press Release regarding SERB findings in the UAW's unfounded allegations regarding...
08/26/2026

8/25/26 - Lorain County Commissioners Press Release regarding SERB findings in the UAW's unfounded allegations regarding the Lorain County Jobs and Family Services negotiations.

The August America 250-Ohio theme highlights the festivals that reflect the traditions and creativity found in communiti...
08/25/2026

The August America 250-Ohio theme highlights the festivals that reflect the traditions and creativity found in communities across Ohio.

Founded in 2015 by FireFish Arts, Lorain's FireFish Festival transforms downtown with interactive art, live performances, local food, and a dramatic community procession that concludes with the ceremonial burning of a handcrafted wooden fish along the Black River.

Returning September 19, FireFish honors Lorain's industrial past while celebrating its vibrant creative future. America250

Kicking off the 180th Lorain County Fair. Thank you to all the sponsors of this years breakfast put on by the Lorain Cou...
08/24/2026

Kicking off the 180th Lorain County Fair. Thank you to all the sponsors of this years breakfast put on by the Lorain County Township Association.

The Lorain County Commissioners Meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 3:30pm, conference room B on the 4th...
08/23/2026

The Lorain County Commissioners Meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 3:30pm, conference room B on the 4th floor of the Lorain County Administration Building.

The August America 250-Ohio theme celebrates county fairs alongside the local festivals that have connected Ohio communi...
08/21/2026

The August America 250-Ohio theme celebrates county fairs alongside the local festivals that have connected Ohio communities for generations.

Dating back to 1846, the Lorain County Fair has grown into Ohio's second-largest county fair, welcoming families to Wellington for livestock shows, exhibits, grandstand entertainment, and midway attractions.

The 2026 fair runs August 23-30, continuing a legacy that has showcased Lorain County's agricultural heritage for nearly 180 years. America250

Elyria’s Second Historic Looking Glass Has Officially Been Unveiled!Yesterday, in Ely Square, the community came togethe...
08/21/2026

Elyria’s Second Historic Looking Glass Has Officially Been Unveiled!

Yesterday, in Ely Square, the community came together to celebrate the unveiling of Elyria’s second Historic Looking Glass, featuring a historic view of the Lorain County Courthouse with its original domed roof.

The Looking Glass offers a unique way to connect Elyria’s past with its present. Visitors can look through the glass toward the building, line up the historic image with what they see today, and discover a piece of Elyria’s story from a whole new perspective.

Two locations. Two perspectives. One story of Elyria.

A special thank you to everyone who helped bring this project to life and to the speakers:

Moné’t Roberts, Executive Director, Elyria Community Partnership Elyria Community Partnership

Kerri Broom, Executive Director, Lorain County Historical Society Lorain County Historical Society

Kevin Brubaker, Mayor, City of Elyria City of Elyria, Ohio

Jeff Riddell, Lorain County Commissioner, speaking on behalf of the Lorain County Visitors Bureau, sponsor Lorain County Visitors Bureau

We also extend our appreciation to Steven Rice, Garry Gibbs and the Lorain County Visitors Bureau, City of Elyria staff, Alexis Exhibits and Chris Farmer, Schramm Signs, and the ECP summer interns, staff and Board of Directors for their contributions to making this project possible!

📍 Stop by Ely Square, take a look through history, and experience Elyria’s past alongside the city we know today!

08/20/2026

Celebrating Elyria’s History & Community

Today, Commissioner Jeff Riddell joined community leaders and residents in Ely Square for the unveiling of Elyria’s second Historic Looking Glass, a unique project connecting the city’s past with its present.

The new Looking Glass features a historic view of the Lorain County Courthouse with its original domed roof, giving visitors the opportunity to look through the glass and line up the historic image with the building and landscape we see today.

Commissioner Riddell spoke on behalf of the Lorain County Visitors Bureau, the sponsor of the project, highlighting the importance of preserving and sharing the stories that make Lorain County special.

Two locations. Two perspectives. One story of Elyria.

We’re proud to support projects that celebrate our community’s history and create new ways for residents and visitors to connect with the places that shaped Lorain County.

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226 Middle Avenue, Fourth Floor/Commissioners Office
Elyria, OH
44035

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Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
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