'Spotlight Elyria'
Vandemark Jewelers is is ready for the holiday season
Vandemark Jewelers is so excited about the upcoming holiday season. Our fall merchandise is arriving daily! We concentrated on purchasing items with great value this year, so we can pass on the savings on to you, our customers. With gold at record high prices, it has been a different year in the jewelry business. Jim [...]
Enjoy the tasty treats from Bread-N-Brew in Elyria
The Bread-N-Brew is operating the Lorain County Diner, located in the lower level of the Lorain County Administration building on Middle Ave. in Downtown Elyria. We serve the same great menu as our Wellington located and service the county employees, as well as the general public. Come on in and enjoy our friendly atmosphere and [...]
Elyria resident ‘Shred Day’
The next shred day for Elyria residents will be Saturday, October 24, 2009 from 9:00 AM to noon behind City Hall. Residents of Elyria may bring up to six boxes or bags of personal documents they wish to have shredded. Help fight identity theft! The drive-thru process makes it quick & easy, you don’t even [...]
Shane Furniture provides guidance for customers
Julius Schonhuitt, best known as “Mr. Shane”, says, “Customer’s needs must be taken into consideration. Some want to make a change in their present décor, others are just starting out.” he illustrated. “Fitting needs to a budget as well as to the precise room or rooms is important. The size, layout and use of the [...]
Elyria autumn leaf collection…
Each year from mid-October through mid-December, the City of Elyria conducts a leaf collection program. Residents are asked to rake leaves to the curb in piles or wind-rows, as closely to the curb as possible, but not in the street. No brush, twigs or other material should be mixed with the leaves as these tend [...]
Winter programs with Elyria Parks & Rec…
LEARN TO SKATE Lessons will take place once a week for six weeks. Registration fee is $45.00 for Sessions I & II, Session III—$22.00. Non-resident add $5.00. A $5.00 Late fee will be added if registered the day classes begin or later. Session I: Nov. 2 to Dec 8 (No Class 11/26) Thursday lessons end [...]
Elyria Schools – Ripe with opportunities
Urban school districts like Elyria Schools may have their challenges – socioeconomic issues, dwindling enrollment and others – but they only heighten this district’s dedication to serving each and every child, no matter what the circumstances. One of Ohio’s 21 urban school districts, Elyria City Schools boast a diverse student population whose demographics open up [...]
Main Street Elyria invites you to….
The Kiwanis Halloween Parade on October 25. Line up begins at 2:00 in front of Suzin L’s and the parade will begin at 2:30. Cider and doughnuts after the parade provide by Kiwanis Club. Main Street Elyria Festival of Lights will happen on December 6, in Ely Square from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Children [...]
Enjoy an evening of fine dining in the heart of Elyria at Moss’
An Elyria landmark for nearly 60 years, Moss’ Prime Rib & Spaghetti House invites you to an evening of excellent cuisine and casual elegance. The tradition of serving fine food for generations continues at a new location with the new owner, Sandi Laubenthal. Enjoy Moss’ famous “9 ½” hour slow-roasted prime rib along with the [...]
Coiffures by Francesca celebrates 25 years
Francesca Gentile migrated from Italy to the United States in 1973, after marrying her husband Joe Gentile. Always having a passion for the beauty industry, she decided to pursue her dream by attending the Elyria Academy of Cosmetology in 1977. After graduating in 1978, she began her career as a stylist at Coiffures, Inc. In [...]
Wesleyan Village opens area’s only geriatric assessment center
On Friday, October 16, 2009, Wesleyan Senior Living welcomed Mayor Bill Grace to their ribbon cutting ceremony to announce the opening of their Collaborative Care Center, an evaluation center for seniors providing comprehensive geriatric assessments. More than half of area seniors who thought they needed to move out of their homes were actually able to [...]
Trade your gold, platinum and diamonds for cash at Elyria Jewelers
Bill Piorkowski, owner of Elyria Jewelers and Repair, would like to offer the public the opportunity to bring in Gold, Platinum and Diamonds. The commodities market is at record levels, now is the time to sell! If you have unwanted gold, platinum and diamonds, you can turn them into cash. It is also a good [...]
Grobe’s Fruit Farm: A family tradition
Grobe Fruit Farm began 120 years ago in 1889 when Allen Grobe’s Great, Great Grandfather Henry arrived from Germany. Annette, Allen’s mother, says she is blessed to have a son who wanted to continue the family tradition. Along side Allen, are his wife Laurie, mother Annette and sister Anita Grobe Edwards. “Without the help of [...]
Royal Business donates to area schools
Vermilion — On Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2009, Royal Business Equipment Co. hosted representatives from Intel and Epson at the monthly Lake Erie Educational Computer Association (LEECA) meeting held in Vermilion. LEECA is an organization that provides innovative and cost-effective technological solutions for their educational consortium, consisting of all the schools in Western Cuyahoga, Erie, Huron, [...]
The Hoffman Group proudly serves Elyria & beyond
The Hoffman Group was established in 1919 and is one of the largest agencies in Western Cuyahoga, Lorain and Medina counties. Currently located in the Berea Commons, Foote Road in Medina, 1215 Polaris Pkwy in Columbus, and 5329 N. Abbe Rd Elyria, the agency serves over 10,000 clients in Ohio. For over 90 years, The [...]
Solar Nails & Spa announces Grand Opening
Solar Nails & Spa is now open at 815 Chestnut Commons Dr. in Elyria. We are a professional nail care salon offering acrylic and UV gel nails, manicures and spa pedicures. Walk-ins welcome!
Heating bills are going up
Add insulation to your attic and save up to 20% per year THIS JUST IN… The Department of Energy recently announced an advisement of a minimum of R-49 for Northern Ohio. This is part of President Obama’s “Green Campaign” to aid us in not being “oil dependent”. This translates into at least 18” of insulation [...]
Quality Security Door
Located in Lorain, Quality Security Door Co. has been family-owned and –operated since 1976. The wrought iron security doors, decorative trim and railings are locally manufactured … so we cut out the middleman. And now… we offer screen and glass repair. Our showroom is located on Broadway in Lorain (between 18th and 19th streets) with [...]
Smitty’s… A family tradition since 1934
When you ask someone in Elyria what they know about Smitty’s, they will more than likely tell you we have a great burger! Smitty’s has been serving the Elyria community with food and good times since Mr. George Smith started the business 75 years ago. Since that time the business has only exchanged hands a [...]
The Loomis Camera Company: your one-stop photo equipment shop
The Loomis Camera Company began as a bookstore in the 1890s. Since being purchased by Howard Foxman in 1950, the business expanded to become the area’s largest full-service photo specialty dealer. In addition to cameras, Loomis Camera has telescopes, binoculars, projectors & lamps, tripods, backgrounds, lighting, darkroom supplies, inkjet printers, camera collectibles and many other [...]
Carlisle Cafe… Where great food and friendships are made
The Carlisle Café, formerly the Pioneer Lounge, located at 1509 Grafton Road in Elyria, offers more than good food and friendships to our customers and friends. When you walk into the Carlisle Café, you will immediately notice something out of the ordinary … books! It’s certainly not something you usually see when first entering a [...]
The EMH Wound Care Center: It really works!
As a retired nurse who worked for EMH Regional Medical Center for 37 years, Janet Jantz of Elyria was no stranger to wounds. But, when a form of skin cancer on her left shoulder had to be removed surgically, the wound that remained didn’t heal as she expected it to. That’s when her plastic surgeon, [...]
Powerhouse Gym establishes itself as one of the top gyms in Ohio
Powerhouse Gym, now in its 4th year, has established itself as one of the top gyms in the state of Ohio! Coming early 2010, Powerhouse will be opening the county’s first Mixed Martial Arts School, keeping Powerhouse growing and on the edge. Owner, Johnny Dixon, has recently opened a new premier club in North Olmsted, [...]