Vermilion school board debates mask mandate amid heated public comment
In Vermilion the school board faced sharp public testimony on a COVID mask mandate. Parents and residents challenged authority and safety while board members urged careful consideration and tabled the issue pending a future vote.
Elyria Board Addresses Mask Policy Amid Pandemic Debate
The Elyria board discusses mask mandates with union input and survey results showing teacher preference for districtwide masking. Board members acknowledge concerns and pledge to monitor data as Superintendent decisions continue, with contact details provided for follow up.
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COVID-19 Case Totals and Vaccination Rates in Lorain County
Lorain County reports 28,279 cumulative COVID-19 cases with 521 deaths and 26,201 presumed recovered. Ohio totals show 10,604 residents started vaccination, 6,081,989 statewide with at least one dose and 5,619,957 fully vaccinated. County figures include 173,530 with at least one dose and 161,653 fully vaccinated.
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School lockdown follows student carrying family gun for self defense
Authorities say the Amherst Junior High incident involved a student who possessed a gun from a family member. No threats to others were made and there was no indication of a mental health episode. A level one lockdown kept interior doors closed while classes continued.
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Chronicle Executives and Management Contacts List
The Chronicle lists executives including President William D. Hudnutt Vice President Andrew R. Young and Controller Ann E. Klunzinger Also shown are contacts for Circulation National ad sales IT Marketing NIE and management staff Gary Cozart Jeff Pfeiffer and Russ Kunkler with phone numbers 329-7111 and 329-7242.
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Vermilion City Hall Reports COVID Outbreak Weakened Operations
Vermilion City Hall announces a COVID-19 outbreak per a memo from Mayor Jim Forthofer. Utilities and Building clerks will work remotely and offices close to the public. building inspectors remain active. Permits online, bills payable online, in person deposits at Liberty Avenue box. Funeral wellness testing continues through Payroll. Vaccination encouraged as vaccinated people can still test positive but recover faster.
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Lorain County boosts senior meals and flu shots plan
Lorain County plans to grow senior and Haven Center meals from 140 000 to as high as 350 000 annually while boosting local sourcing. The commission approves ARP funds for free flu shots and approves interim administrator pay raises amid budget debates.
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Evans House to host historic society ceremony in Oberlin
The Evans Home Historical Society announces a Sept. 18 ceremony at Martin Luther King Jr. Park next to the Evans house with a rain alternative at the House of the Lord Fellowship Church. The event launches the society’s anticipated annual gatherings and offers $10 founding membership. plans include roof replacement and porch reconstruction to create a 40-seat education space.
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