Stand Up Lorain County is collaborating with Liv Goforth from Lorain for an "ICE OUT of OH" protest on Saturday, January 31 (weather permitting), from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
Due to hazardous sidewalk conditions, we will NOT be marching. This will be a peaceful, stationary protest on the sidewalk in front of Lakeview Beach.

Please dress extra warm and consider bringing a hot beverage to help with the cold.

If you haven’t already, please register for the protest using this link: MOBILIZE

You don't have to be a farmer or a member to attend the Ohio Farmer’s Union 92nd State Convention! Anyone with rural interest is welcome!

To get details and register for the convention, go to Eventbrite HERE.

Thursday, January 29th, at 7:00 PM we will kick off 2026 with remarks from guest speaker House Minority Leader Dani Isaacsohn. Chair Chris Gibbs will give updates from the Rural Listening Tour that we wrapped up at the end of 2025, along with what we can be looking forward to in 2026.

Please sign up for the Q1 meeting using this link: Mobilize Sign Up

What's Happening in Public Health with Health Commissioner Mark Adams

Write postcards, text, call to contact your representatives in the community of friends!

The Protest has been CANCELLED.

If you would still like to connect with the group, I have reserved Room C at the North Ridgeville Library on Saturday, 1/24/26 from 10:30am–12:30pm. This will be an informal indoor gathering for community connection and sign-making. I will bring poster boards; please bring your own supplies (markers, scissors, glue, tape, letters, etc.) if you’re able.

Write postcards, text, call to contact your representatives in the community of friends!

Tuesday, January 20 | 2:00–3:00 PM
We will be participating in the Free America Nationwide Walkout.

The January meeting will be on Monday January 12, 2026 at the Historic Grafton School located at 111 Elm Street in Grafton. Social time at 6:30 pm and the meeting begins at 7:00 pm. We look forward to seeing you there!

Saturday, January 10 | 10:30 AM–12:00 PM | Elyria
Protest against Trump’s war initiated against Venezuela.

You and a Spouse/Friend are invited to join  the Lorain County Rural Democrats in a Holiday Get Together on Monday December 15th.

The festivities will begin at 6:30 pm at the Bulldog Pub & Grille   108 E. Main St.    Lagrange, OH

Appetizers courtesy of LCRD Cash Dinner Off the Menu Cash Bar

Please RSVP to ruraldemevents@gmail.com OR

Use this link https://forms.gle/fc19P4i5zH4GVhHZ7

Please avoid parking in spaces close to the businesses.

Supporters from across Lorain County and beyond are invited to join State Representative Joe Miller and Brian Baker for their 2026 Campaign Kickoff on Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 6:30–8:30 p.m. at Bricklayers Hall, 8497 Leavitt Road, South Amherst.

The event will officially launch Joe Miller’s campaign for the Ohio Senate and Brian Baker’s campaign for Lorain County Commissioner, bringing together a coalition of community leaders, volunteers, and voters eager to support candidates committed to building a stronger, fairer Ohio.

The evening will feature an exciting lineup of special guests, including Former U.S. Congressman Tim Ryan, who is expected to share a major announcement soon, and Former Ohio House Minority Leader and current Ohio Secretary of State candidate Allison Russo, who will offer remarks on the importance of strong leadership at every level of government.

In addition to Miller and Baker, several other Democratic candidates for statehouse and county offices will be on hand with petitions available to sign!

“This event is about unity, community, and our shared vision for the future of Ohio,” said Miller. “We’re building momentum to bring real results for working families.”

Baker added, “Lorain County deserves leaders who will listen, act, and deliver. This campaign is about doing what’s right for our residents and communities.”

Donations are welcome but not required to attend. Guests are encouraged to RSVP by emailing Rachel@RedfernRossi.com or calling (614) 284-9126.

The collection for the Chronicle Telegram NOT FORGOTTEN has begun. Your donation of new, unwrapped toys for children up to 12 years old, coats, clothing and non-perishable food items can be dropped off at one of our member locations (see our HOME PAGE).

Join us in the delivery of the items to the Chronicle Telegram on Wednesday December 10th at 10 am.

Bring a donation of hats and gloves.

Parking is available at the Columbia Park.

The Ruraal Dems are helping repack food at Second Harvest Food Bank.

Join us in helping the community! Registration with Second Harvest is required. Please register by following the instructions HERE

New Russia Township is holding a public hearing for a proposed zoning change of 585.2 acres of land, according to the notice issued by the New Russia Township Zoning Board

A 1,000 acre advanced manufacturing site is being developed near the Lorain County Airport. It is intended to attract major manufacturers with the automotive and aerospace sectors of particular interest.

Chris Gibbs, a Shelby County farmer, is traveling across the state and meeting with rural and small-town Ohioans to talk about our communities and our shared values. As Chairman of the Ohio Democrats Rural Caucus, Chris is looking to identify, discuss, and address rural issues to accurately represent the needs of rural Ohioans - to make sure they are seen and heard.

RSVP at Eventbrite HERE

Our next protest will be in front of Nathan Manning’s office at 7064 Avon Belden Rd, North Ridgeville, OH 44039, on Saturday, November 15th, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

We’ll be letting Senator Nathan Manning know that we are not okay with any efforts to weaken or reduce Medicaid funding in Ohio. Governor DeWine has said he may scale back Medicaid expansion if federal funding drops, and we want our local legislators — including Senator Manning — to know that protecting access to healthcare for Ohio families is non-negotiable.

The Lorain County Rural Democrats, Lorain County Rising and the Oberlin Democrats invite you to meet MEET BRYAN HAMBLEY!

Bryan is a candidate for Ohio Secretary of State.He is passionate about making our democracy work. But, he cannot do this without you; Ohio needs a community of people working together to care for Ohio, and strengthen our state.

Chef Shontae, owner of the Steel Magnolia Food Truck, will provide light snacks and overview of her rural/urban gardening leadership.

Please RSVP to team@hambleyforohio.com by Nov 10th.

Learn More about Bryan HERE

The Lorain County Rural Democrats, Lorain County Rising, and the Oberlin Democrats invite you to a conversation with Chris Gibbs to learn why he left the Republican Party and become a Democrat, how he communicates with his former party, and how urban and rural Ohio can move forward together in a changing landscape.

Monday, November 10, 2025 at 6:30PM Mill on Main, 95 S. Main Street Oberlin

Meet Graig Bansek at his Kick Off Event. Graig is aCandidate in the Democratic Primary in May for Ohio House District 52. There will be heavy appetizers, beer and pop provided.

See HERE for more information.

Let’s come together to honor our veterans who have dedicated their lives to defending democracy. Veterans, please wear your uniforms if you feel it’s appropriate.

Everyone else—if you have veterans in your family, please make a photocopy of their picture and add it to your sign.

Let’s show our gratitude with signs that are respectful and honoring.

Join us as we remind our community to get out and vote by November 4 if they haven’t already. Bring your signs highlighting the importance of voting and making our voices heard.

Additionally, we will be collecting non-perishable food items for North Ridgeville Community Cares to support our neighbors in need. They are in desperate need of non-perishable food items. Please bring what you can to help! 

Carryout available. RSVP’s encouraged.

For RSVP’s and more information, contact RSVP@SherrodBrown.com or 614.5309. Checks can be made payable to Friends of Sherrod Brown or contribute on line secure.actblue.com/donate/SpaghettiDinner2025

The Lorain County Democrats invite you to Lorain County to the Capitol! Candidate Fundraiser. Join us for some delicious bites with your 2026 state candidates at the Foundry Kitchen and Bar in Elyria. RSVP HERE

This week we are collecting canned foods for the Community Resource Services (Avon Lake)

Register HERE