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Lorain County observes the anniversaries of service members who died in the Vietnam War this week ending Sept.

26 — James David Smith, Wayne Edward Benge and Warren Taylor Scott are remembered for their sacrifice.

In December 2024, 10,595 retired-worker beneficiaries in ZIP code 44035 increased by 325 from December 2023 and ranked 3rd of 1,278 zip codes statewide, with monthly Social Security benefits averaging about $1,887 for retired workers (figures are controlled-round approximations).

Lorain County's typical home value reached $263,670 in August, up 3.5% from last year according to Zillow (including single-family homes and condos), and the county now ranks 25th among Ohio's 88 counties.

Ohio’s latest state report cards show Lorain County schools range widely with Lorain, Elyria and Clearview scoring about 2.5 stars while other districts earn up to 5 stars - district leaders plan improvements in early literacy and attendance as they celebrate progress today.

North Ridgeville Academic Center reported an enrollment of 1,862 students for the 2024-25 school year, the highest in Lorain County, according to the Ohio Department of Education (DEO).

Hundreds of bikers are riding across Northeast Ohio today to honor fallen officers in an event that will unite communities, including a planned stop in Lorain.

Lorain County marked 25 years since the 9/11 attacks with Flight of Flags — an event honoring veterans and first responders.

Folded funeral flags flew over the JVS memorial and Elyria City Hall as communities remembered fallen heroes.

The Ohio State Bar Association’s public directory shows 32 Lorain attorneys listed as of Aug.

27 for Q3 2026. The count is based on voluntary listings and does not represent every practicing lawyer in the area.