Person holding a sign that says 'WAKE UP! and STAND UP!' during a protest or demonstration on a sunny day.

Lorain County Rural Democrats

Older woman with gray hair tied in a ponytail, wearing a navy t-shirt with the words "We Are The Resistance!" on the back, standing by a wagon with a purple sign that reads, "...help to redeem the soul of America!" and decorated with large colorful letters "PBS," American flags, stuffed animals, and other items. In the background, a crowd of protesters holding signs on the sidewalk.

We are the Democrats of Rural Lorain County

The Rural Dems meet on the second Monday of each month in locations throughout Lorain County.

The December meeting will be a holiday get-together.

The next business meeting will be on Monday January 12, 2026.

Get Involved !

Volunteer in the Community

The Rural Dems are helping repack food at Second Harvest Food Bank on Monday December 1, 2025 between 5:00pm and 7:00 pm.

You can sign up for the RURAL DEMOCRATS event at Second Harvest by following the instructions HERE.

The collection for the Chronicle Telegram’s NOT FORGOTTEN BOX has begun. Your donation of new, unwrapped toys for children up to 12 years old, coats, clothing and non-perishable food donations can be dropped off at one of our member locations. Additionally, please join us on Wednesday December 10th at 10 am in the delivery of the items to the Chronicle Telegram at 225 East Avenue in Elyria .

Arrange to drop-off your items by December 9th by using one of the links below.

Carlisle Drop Off
Columbia Station Drop Off

Join Rural Voters Across Ohio

Chris Gibbs, Chairman of the Ohio Democrats Rural Caucus, was the speaker at the November joint meeting of the Rural Dems, Oberlin Dems & Lorain County Rising. The Rural Caucus is working to amplify the voices of Democrats in rural Ohio.

Hear Chris talking about his goals at the Facebook video link HERE

Ready to help Chris and the work of the Rural Caucus? Join HERE

NOTE: Stand Up Lorain County Protests are moving to a twice monthly schedule. The December protest schedule will be posted as soon as it is available.

Attend a Township Meeting

RESCHEDULED!

New Russia Township will hold a public hearing Thursday December 11, 2025 at 6 p.m. at the Administrative Office of New Russia Township, 46300 Butternut Ridge Road. The hearing is for a proposed zoning change of 585.2 acres, according to a notice issued by New Russia Township’s Zoning Board of Commission.

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.

Read more about this project at the links below:

Morning Journal 2025 11 20

News 5 Cleveland 2025 10 31

Chronicle Telegram 2025 10 27

Meet the Candidates

Attend a monthly meeting for an opportunity to meet and hear local candidates speak. Candidates running for office routinely attend meetings and are given an opportunity to speak to their stance on the issues.

Event flyer promoting Bryan Hambley for Secretary of State, with a photo of Bryan Hambley, hosted by local Democratic groups, on November 14 at Carlisle Visitor Center, Ohio.

The Lorain County Rural Democrats, the Oberlin Democrats and the North Ridgeville Democrats WELCOMED Bryan Hambley to the Carlisle Reservation Visitor Center on Friday November 14th. Bryan Hambley is a Candidate in the Primary for Ohio Secretary of State in 2026. He described his reasons for running for office and spent a majority of the time listening to the things of importance to the audience and their suggestions for ways to improve Ohio government.

Chef Shontae, owner of the Steel Magnolia Food Truck, provided light snacks and an overview of her rural/urban gardening leadership.

Learn More about Ryan Hambley Here