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The Avon Local Schools welcomed nearly 4,400 students back to class last month (Aug. 26) in grades 1-12. The first day of school for preschool and kindergarten students was Aug. 30. Read More »
Avon Local Schools Welcomes Back Students
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Avon Early Childhood PTA Fall Kid’s Kloset Resale Event
Come shop at the the Avon Early Childhood PTA Fall Kid’s Kloset resale event which will be held September 18, from 7:00 am – 12:00 pm, at the Avon Middle School Commons Area and Auxiliary Gym (3445 Long Rd, Avon). The Early Bird sale ($5 admission fee) is from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. General sale ($2 admission fee) hours ... Read More »
Avon East’s New Garden
Girls Scout Troop 50784 spent time in Avon East’s new courtyard last week. These girls donated their crafted birdhouses, seed and garden decor – making this space even more beautiful! They are among over 550 volunteers who have helped make the Avon East Courtyard Garden come alive this summer. Thank you! This final product (right) is what happens when a ... Read More »
Rose Senior Living: Dancing to the Beat!
Welcome back Billy the Drummer! Our reflections residents had so much fun listening and dancing to the beat!! What better way to ignore the rain and storms! Music makes us all want to smile! Read More »
Avon Performing Arts Center Nears Completion
Avon Performing Arts Center is getting closer and closer to completion. Here are photos from last week. Photos: Avon Schools Read More »
Historic Round Helps Avon Win SWC Boys Golf Preview
by DMay, swcohio.net An ominous fog hovered over Eagle Creek Golf Course and the 2021 Southwestern Conference Boys Golf Preview as the first wave of players stepped to the first tee Thursday (August 19) morning. However, by the time the third group teed off the sun popped out and gave way to blistering scores at the annual early-season league event. ... Read More »
Avon Board of Education Approves Agreement for Mark Wahlberg Chevrolet Stadium
The Avon Local Schools Board of Education voted last week (Aug. 17) to approve the Naming Rights and Contribution Agreement for Joe Firment Chevrolet Stadium (behind the Avon Early Learning Center, 3075 Stoney Ridge Road) to now be known as Mark Wahlberg Chevrolet Stadium. Last month actor, producer and businessman Mark Wahlberg; along with business partner, veteran automotive dealer Jay ... Read More »
Never Forget
The 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks on our nation is right around the corner. All will be reminded of the loss of life and sacrifices made that day and in the days following as our world was filled with turmoil. For Avon resident Kerry Barvincak, forgetting is not an option. Kerry is commander of Avon/Avon Lake VFW Post ... Read More »
Avon Fishing Derby is Back
A summer highlight – the Avon Lions Club Fishing Derby – came back with a bang last weekend as about 200 kids along with families converged on Northgate Park for some serious worm-drowning. Taking place from 8-10 a.m., bait was provided and there were prizes for the largest and smallest fish in each of 6 categories. There were even prizes ... Read More »
New Avon Library Breaks Ground
Ground was broken for the new Avon Library adjacent to the existing library the afternoon of Tues., Aug 10. Staff of the Lorain Public Library System, members of the LPLS Board of Trustees, Mayor Jensen, members of Avon City Council, members of the Avon Branch Library Levy Committee, representatives of the Gilbane Building Company, architectural firm GPD Group and RFC ... Read More »