Good morning, Elyria.

Microsoft said it is slowing or pausing work on some data center projects, including a $1B project on rural land in Licking County—Ohio, and will keep two of three sites for farmland while still expanding its AI plans.

Local officials were disappointed—hoping the company would bring more work to our area.

Governor Mike DeWine signed House Bill 531—known as Braden’s Law—in January to make sexual extortion a felony and it went into effect yesterday, raising the penalty from a third-degree felony to a first-degree if the victim is a minor, elderly or disabled.

Liv’s Law took effect in Ohio yesterday—raising fines and prison terms for drivers charged with aggravated vehicular homicide involving OVI.

The law is named after Olivia Wright, who was killed by a drunk driver on Sept. 29 in Franklin County.

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.

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.

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.

Friendship APL 5K Race and Dog Walk

8:30-10:30 a.m. — Bur Oak — Proceeds benefit local humane society — Participate in a fun 5K and 1-mile dog walk for a great cause.