It doesn’t take long to realize that lifelong Avon resident, Jerry Galant, isn’t one to talk much about himself. What he prefers doing is – helping others. In fact, one could say that helping others has become the mission of this U.S. Army Vietnam veteran. On any given day, you’ll likely find Galant in his woodworking shop behind the home ... Read More »
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Fall Fun at Rose Senior Living
Oktoberfest Prost to good times at Rose Senior Living! Residents and team members celebrated Oktoberfest in true German style — with delicious food, festive drinks, music, and plenty of fun last week. Everyone got into the spirit, dressing up and enjoying life in this lively senior community. Click here for more photos. Trunk or Treat! Trunk or Treat at Rose ... Read More »
Avon Gridders Capture Silver Rail Trophy
The Avon High football team hosted arch-rival Avon Lake in a battle for the Silver Rail trophy at Avon’s Wahlberg Stadium last Friday. Now 8-1, the host Eagles pulled away from the Shoremen to post a 43-12 win. For Avon’s seniors, it was four straight over the Shoremen. Avon also clinched its 10th straight share of the Southwestern Conference title. ... Read More »
Avon Homecoming 2025
Homecoming Week is a big one in Avon with special activities taking place each day up until the Thursday evening parade and Friday football game! Here’s a look at some of the highlights leading up to the Eagle football team beating Midview, 55-0 on Friday. Click here for more photos. Read More »
Willoway Nurseries Donates Over $16,000 to Avon Schools Following Successful Community Day Plant Sale
Willoway Nurseries is proud to announce the resounding success of its 3rd Annual Community Day Plant Sale, held on Saturday, September 13. Thanks to the incredible support from the community, volunteers, vendors, and staff, the event raised over $16,000, which will be donated to Avon Middle School Boosters, Avon Heritage Boosters, and AELC and East Boosters to support student programs ... Read More »
Applications Now Open For 2026 Saint Therese Youth Volunteer Scholarship Recipients
Three Educational Scholarships will be Awarded in Recognition of Youth Volunteers Who Enrich the Lives of Seniors Saint Therese has opened the application process for its annual Youth Volunteer Scholarships. These scholarships recognize and honor the dedication of youth who give their time to enrich the lives of older adults in Saint Therese communities. Each year, Saint Therese awards three ... Read More »
CRS Board of Directors Announces New Executive Director
The Board of Directors of Community Resource Services (CRS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ryan Virtue as the organization’s next Executive Director. Ryan will succeed Pam Ohradzansky, who will retire on December 31, 2025, after more than 15 years of dedicated service to CRS, including the last six as Executive Director. Ryan joins CRS from the national nonprofit ... Read More »
15th Annual SOUPer Bowl Food Drive
Community Resource Services is proud to announce the 15th Annual SOUPer Bowl Food Drive on Friday, October 17th. The food drive will be held at the Avon vs. Avon Lake Varsity Football Game at Avon’s Westland Heating/Air Condition & Plumbing Stadium, 3075 Stoney Ridge Rd., Avon. The SOUPer Bowl is a friendly competition between community members in Avon and Avon ... Read More »
Avon Schools News
Avon Rolls Over Olmsted Falls With a 28-0 win over Olmsted Falls last Friday night, the mighty Avon Eagles rolled to a 4-1 record this season and maintained it’s lock as the 4th ranked team in Ohio among all divisions. Any hopes Falls had of challenging Avon were dashed early as the Eagles raced to a 21-0 first quarter lead. ... Read More »
Save the Date! Empty Bowls by the Lake
The preparations for the annual event are already underway. Students are creating pottery bowls. Restaurants will donate soup and bread. Guests will be invited on Saturday, October 18 to a simple meal of soup and bread served at Avon Lake High School from 11am- 2pm. In exchange for a $25 donation, guests will sample all the soup they want and ... Read More »
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