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Elyria, Ohio

Located in Lorain County, Ohio, Elyria was established in 1817. Lorain County seat named for founder Heman Ely. On the Black River southwest of Cleveland.
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Founded 1817 | Population 53,000 | Peak 53,000 (2024) | County Lorain County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Elyria, Ohio

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1817 Founded: Named for Heman Ely.
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1867 Economic Development: Elyria grew through manufacturing and industry.
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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Elyria's character and economy.
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2010 Modern Era: Elyria continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Latest News in Elyria

Jan 1, 1970
Sign On Front Door Of Ohio KFC Turns Heads
In Gallipolis, Ohio, a Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant has taken an extraordinary step that’s warmed the hearts of many an…
Jan 1, 1970
Most People Have Never Noticed The Hidden Message In Wendy’s Logo Even Though The Restaurant Denies It
Wendy’s is addressing recent speculation over a supposed hidden message in its logo. A post on StockLogos.com recently pointed o…
Jan 1, 1970
Wheel of Fortune Player Turns Heads After Solving Tough $65k Puzzle 
A Wheel of Fortune episode delivered a moment fans are still debating after one contestant celebrated a massive win — and sparke…
Jan 1, 1970
Aunts Clean Shot Abductors Head Saves Niece Kidnapping Video
CLEVELAND, Ohio — On a tense afternoon in late May 2016, a quick-thinking aunt turned the tables on a would-be kidnapper, firing…
Jan 1, 1970
Police 3 Year Old Boy Kills 1 Year Old
CLEVELAND, Ohio — In a tragic turn of events on May 22, 2016, a 3-year-old boy accidentally shot and killed his 1-year-old sibli…
Jan 1, 1970
Caring Nurse Gives Veteran Shoes his Own Feet
A small town hospital in Ohio, May 19, 2016 — In a moment that captured the quiet kindness often found in everyday heroes, a nur…

Complete Historical Timeline

1817 Culture
Founded
1867 Industry
Economic Development
1890 Culture
Higher Education
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Lorain County seat named for founder Heman Ely.
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On the Black River southwest of Cleveland.
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Manufacturing and working-class community.
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Elyria was founded in 1817.
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Elyria has a population of approximately 53,000.

Famous People from Elyria, Ohio

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Tianna Madison-Bartoletta
Sprinter, Athletics Competitor · Born Aug 30, 1985 · Age 40
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Mark Povinelli
Actor, Stage Actor · Born Aug 9, 1971 · Age 54
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Keefe Brasselle
Actor, Television Producer · Born Feb 7, 1923 · Died Jul 7, 1981 (age 58)
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William S. Kenyon
Judge, Lawyer · Born Jun 10, 1869 · Died Sep 9, 1933 (age 64)

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