Eighteen cadets graduated from the Lorain County Community College Police Academy on Thursday, August 18, ready to begin careers in law enforcement. The newest group of graduates join more than 600 officers who have successfully completed the program since it began in 2002. The majority of those 600 graduates live and work in Northeast Ohio. In fact, LCCC is the ... Read More »
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The 2021 North Ridgeville Corn Festival Was Poppin’!
The 2021 North Ridgeville Corn Festival was a hit! “We were very pleased that we were able to have the Fest again,” said Founder and Director John Butkowski. “People really enjoyed themselves.” Indeed, after seeing the 2020 Corn Fest cancelled because of Covid and a late start to planning this summer, guests were truly appreciative to once again take part ... Read More »
North Ridgeville Schools Bond Refinancing Saves Taxpayers Money
In March of this year, Mr. Michael Pissini, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of the North Ridgeville City Schools, contacted his finance team to initiate proceedings to begin analyzing a refinancing opportunity for the district’s outstanding Series 2014 A and B bonds. On Wednesday, August 11, 2021, the district finalized plans to refinance $9.510 million in outstanding bonds, saving taxpayers ... Read More »
Lorain Public Library System Upcoming Events
COVID-19 Home Tests – We are still distributing the Abbott BinaxNOW COVID-19 Home Test kits via curbside service at each of our branches. Supply is limited so we encourage you to call ahead to ensure availability at your local branch. Please note you will need the following to take this test: A computer with video calling capabilities, a smartphone, internet ... Read More »
Lorain County Community College Offers Industry Certifications Needed for In-Demand Jobs
Lorain County Community College offers nearly 170 industry-recognized credentials that prepare students for good paying, in-demand jobs in Northeast Ohio. When paired with LCCC’s low tuition rate, earning these credentials can be even more valuable for students, said LCCC President Marcia J. Ballinger, Ph.D. “LCCC works with local employers to create programs and build in credentials that meet current industry needs,” Ballinger said. “Earning industry-recognized ... Read More »
North Ridgeville Schools Release Back to School Strategies
School will start in North Ridgeville on Aug. 19. The North Ridgeville City Schools released Back to School Strategies today in a letter from Supt. Roxann Ramsey-Caserio. “The 2021-2022 school year begins Thursday, August 19, for students in grades 1-12 and Tuesday, August 24, for students in grades Pre-K-Kindergarten. I am excited to welcome our students back to school in ... Read More »
LCCC’s Denise Douglas, Ph.D., Chosen for National Presidential Fellowship for Community College Leaders
The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program today announced that Denise Douglas, Ph.D., Lorain County Community College’s dean of social sciences and human services, has been named to the prestigious Aspen Rising Presidents Fellowship. Douglas, an Avon resident, is one of 40 exceptional community college leaders in the country named to the highly selective leadership program that prepares the next generation ... Read More »
University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center Presents the 20th Annual Foundation Classic Golf Outing
On Monday, July 26, 2021, University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center’s 20th Annual Foundation Classic golf outing took place at the Elyria Country Club on Monday, July 26. More than 100 golfers took part in the event, which was sponsored by the Kim and Jim Tweardy Family and Jim’s Electric; Nick Abraham, Flanigan Industries, Ross Builders and many more local organizations. ... Read More »
Lorain County Community College Named Most Affordable College in Ohio for Associate and Bachelor’s Degrees
Lorain County Community College has the lowest net price of all Ohio two-year colleges, according to a new report from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Affordability and Transparency Center. According to the report, LCCC’s lowest net price puts it in the top 10% of the most affordable schools in the nation. Additionally, LCCC received a ranking as the lowest ... Read More »
2021 Corn Festival Schedule Released
It’s on! The 2021 North Ridgeville Corn Festival is ready to kick off the weekend of Aug. 13-15 with a full schedule of events and activities. This year’s Corn Festival will feature vendors, food, concessions, entertainment and fireworks. There will be free parking, fee admission and free entertainment. The Festival will take place along Bainbridge Road between Rt. 83 and ... Read More »
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