Tuesday, April 8th, 2025
Good morning, Elyria. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An armed man—identified as 35-year-old Christopher Morris—entered the Convenient Food Mart in Elyria on April 7 at 6:51 a.m. when he first asked for a job application before brandishing a gun to demand cash, and he was arrested within hours after fleeing to an apartment on Ridge Circle. Cleveland 19 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Northeast Ohio rose by 13 cents this week to $3.18 per gallon according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report. Refinery maintenance and the switch to summer-blend gasoline drove the increase although prices remain below levels seen last year. Cleveland 19 News
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9th Annual Spring Show - ASYLUM!
12-5 p.m. — Lorain County Community College — $5 admission, kids 8 and under free — Explore an exciting punk rock flea market featuring 80+ vendors selling crafts, art, food, and collectibles.
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Paint & Sip Fundraiser for GAF 2025
6-8 p.m. — Elyria Arts Council — $35.00 — Unleash your creativity while sipping refreshments and supporting The Garford Arts Fest.
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Pink Cookie Run
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Eastern Heights Elementary School — Registration fee applies — Participate in the Elyria Pink Cookie 5K run or 1mi walk for a fun community event.
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