What does it mean to wear a firefighter badge? It’s much more than just an identification tag. It has a long history, steeped in traditions as old as firefighting itself. In the City of Avon, the history of the Badge is shared by Chief David Swope. He shares the story of the Badge prior to swearing in and promotional ceremonies ... Read More »
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Avon Football State Championship Photo Downloads Courtesy of Meijer
The Villager Photos from the Avon Football State Championship are available for FREE download: https://www.villagerphoto.com/Sports/Avon-Football-State-Champs-2024 or scan the QR code below. WEBSITE: For the FREE download click on the arrow below the larger photo (example below). MOBILE DOWNLOAD: Select the picture to download and click the arrow at the bottom of the screen. Read More »
Avon Blessing Box Reopens!
It was a day of celebration in Avon on Sunday when the Blessing Box behind the Post Office was rebuilt and reopened! Many thanks to community friend-to-all Jerry Galant, Renee Collins and Cub Scout Pack 333 for braving the cold – just when the Blessing Box is most needed. Many thanks to all who participated in the food drive. Read More »
Celebrating Avon Football, Div. II State Champs
The Avon High football team, Div. II state champs for 2024, now have their accomplishment commemorated thanks to Avon City Council. Council convened Monday night’s meeting at the Avon Performing Arts Center where Mayor Bryan Jensen, Council President Brian Fischer and all of City Council were on hand to present the team with a street banner and signs for the ... Read More »
Applications Now Open for 2025 Saint Therese Youth Volunteer Scholarship Recipients
Three Educational Scholarships will be Awarded in Recognition of Youth Volunteers Who Enrich the Lives of Seniors Senior living organization Saint Therese has opened the application process for its annual Youth Volunteer Scholarships. Each year, the nonprofit awards scholarships to youth volunteers who have spent time enriching the lives of seniors in a care community, independent or assisted living, senior ... Read More »
Avon Santa Parade Celebrates State Champions
Avon’s annual Christmas parade is always a special time. But this year’s parade held last Saturday, Dec. 7, at the Avon Aquatic Center was made even more special with the appearance of the newly-crowned state champion Avon Eagle football team. Fresh off their thrilling 20-13 win over Cincinnati Anderson in Canton on Thursday night, the Eagles were met with cheers ... Read More »
Meijer Donates $10,000 to Avon Kids
Avon City Council honored Avon Meijer and its staff recently for donating $10,000 to support children in need through the French Creek Foundation. The Foundation supports many Avon causes, including the Santa parade, community beautification projects and more “Council is always aware of the French Creek Foundation and what it means to the community in terms of a lot of ... Read More »
Avon Celebrates First-Ever State Football Championship
Snow was falling and bodies were flying at Canton’s Hall of Fame Tom Benson Stadium last Thursday evening as the Avon High football team captured its first-ever Div. II OHSAA football championship. They are calling it the Snow-Globe game as the Eagles topped Cincinnati Anderson, 20-13, for the title in blizzard conditions. Both teams entered the game undefeated at 15-0. ... Read More »
Avon Football: Regional Champs and Final Four Bound!!
While fighting the elements last Friday, for the second season in a row the top seeded Avon Eagles (14-0) have won the Division II, Region 6 championship 28-20 over Highland (13-1). The Eagles have taken Highland out of the postseason for the sixth time since 2014. The Eagles scored on the first play, then again after a fumble at the ... Read More »
Avon Tree Lighting 2024
An exciting update from the Avon Tree Lighting Ceremony! Please join in on the fun Saturday, December 7, 2024, from 3-7 pm at the Avon Aquatic Facility (36265 Detroit Road, Avon) for the 2024 Avon Tree Lighting Ceremony! The parade, featuring the Ride with Santa Contest winner, will start promptly at 5 pm. In addition to this, we are pleased ... Read More »