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

Join Lorain County Rising as we welcome Catherine Turcer, the Executive Director for Common Cause Ohio, to our October meeting. An expert on redistricting reform and state level campaign finance, Catherine advocates for greater transparency and more accountable government and helped lead Ohio’s successful efforts to address gerrymandering. She will give us an update on redistricting and take all your burning redistricting questions!

This month we want to focus on people who are feeling politically isolated. Our goals are:

• To show people who feel isolated in their political views that they are not alone.

• To demonstrate to MAGA supporters that we are not going anywhere.

• Help them feel connected and therefore vote in the future.

Register on line or to Justin Emeka at: 440.839.6876 or farahfor judge@gmail.com

We’ll be protesting from 10 am to 12 pm followed by an optional chat with Nichole Geibel and Brenda Buchanan to check in and share ideas,

Join the Lorain County Democratic Party for their Chairwoman's Ball on September 25 at Tom's Country Place -- 3442 Stoney Ridge Road in Avon. VIP Cocktail Reception is at 5 p.m. Cocktails at 6 p.m. and Dinner and Program begin at 7 p.m. Sponsorships available.

Location: Walking bridge entrance off of Cypress  and Holly Dr. View on Google Maps  https://maps.app.goo.gl/qNpxTwbxoAAL1iyB9 

The bridge is easy to access and includes a ramp—no stairs—so it should be manageable for participants with mobility concerns.  From the entrance to the middle of the bridge is 450ft.  

Parking: Street parking is available on Cypress and Holly Drive.  Please be mindful of fire hydrants and driveways.

Signs & Flags:
We’ll have a large sign for both the east and west sides of the bridge. If you have ideas for what they should say, please share them! You’re also welcome to bring your own signs or small American flags to wave.  

Please join the Oberlin Democrats and Lorain County Rising as we welcome the Ohio Democratic Party’s newly elected chair, Kathleen Clyde. Refreshments and conversation are anticipated to be excellent.

Sep 07, 2025, 4:00 PM – Sep 08, 2025, 6:00 PM

Oberlin, 95 S Main St, Oberlin, OH 44074

This is a ticketed event. Please RSVP.

RSVP to: Justin Emeka at 440.839.6876 farahforjudge@gmail.com

Platinum Sponsor: $800 Gold Sponsor: $500 Individual Tickets: $100