Good morning, Elyria.

Elyria will open an emergency warming center at South Rec (101 South Park Dr.) on Thursday at 6 p.m. until Friday at 8 a.m. Residents needing shelter should call 211 for help.

Deputies are patrolling neighborhoods to help residents stay safe amid dangerously cold weather; a shelter open at 2726 Caroline Ave (from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) welcomes anyone in need as deputies urge checking on vulnerable neighbors.

Lorain County Port Authority said a prospective buyer from ICP terminated a $42 million purchase agreement for Midway Mall after concerns emerged during due diligence, and officials will invite formal proposals and discuss redevelopment options at a board meeting on Dec.

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The Avon Eagles will face Cincinnati’s Anderson High School in the Division II state championship game tonight at 7 p.m. in Canton; the team visited local schools earlier to rally community support as they play in honor of former teammate Jeremiah Kelly.

7th Annual 'Tis the Season Craft & Vendor Show

9 AM – 2 PM — Lorain County Community College — Free entry — Shop from over 60 local vendors at this festive holiday craft showcase.

Astronomy Club at Schuele Planetarium

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Lake Erie Nature & Science Center — $5/person — Explore the wonders of the universe with engaging planetarium shows suitable for all ages.