Fraternal Order of Police, Lorain Lodge #3

08/24/2026

08/23/2026

The Phillip Wagner Memorial is proud to announce our 2026 Phillip Wagner Memorial Scholarship Recipients.

Cora Wysocky - Graduate of Lorain High School with plans to attend Kent State University.

Marshall Ternes - Graduate of Firelands High School with plans to attend The University of Northwestern Ohio.

Jayden Velez - Graduate of Lorain High School with plans to attend AMDA College of the Performing Arts.

Leah DiFranco - Graduate of Midview High School with plans to attend the University of Kentucky.

Cailyn Cornwell - Graduate of Amherst Steele High School with plans to attend Bowling Green State University.

Eric Whitaker - Graduate of Lorain High School with plans to attend Ohio Northern University.

Zoe Page - Graduate of Lorain High School with plans to attend Bowling Green State University.

Congrats to our 2026 recipients and good luck with your future successes.

Phillip Wagner Memorial

08/17/2026

We are 7 days out! Golfers, check your email later this afternoon for pertinent information for this Sunday's Officer Phillip Wagner Memorial Golf Scramble 🏌️‍♂️⛳

07/27/2026

07/20/2026

Today, we recognize Brent Payne, a dedicated member of the Lorain Police Department and Lodge 3.

After overcoming a challenging time, Brent has officially returned to work. We are incredibly grateful to see him back doing what he does best and proud to welcome him back to the job. His dedication, resilience, and commitment to serving our community are an inspiration, and we wish him continued health and success as he resumes his duties.

Welcome back GOAT

07/16/2026

The Officer Phillip Wagner Memorial Golf Scramble is quickly approaching, and scholarship and sponsor opportunities are coming even faster!

07/09/2026

Join us on July 24th at 3pm outside of City Hall to remember and honor Officer Phil Wagner

The Wagner Family and the Lorain Police Department invite the community to join us for a memorial event in remembrance and celebration of Officer Phil Wagner #4178.

Honor Guard members of any agency are welcome to attend.

This event is open to the public, and all are encouraged to attend as we honor Officer Wagner’s life, service, and lasting impact.

Date: Friday, July 24, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Lorain Police Memorial 100 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, Ohio

Following the memorial, the Wagner family will be serving hot dogs, chips, and water as a thank you for the continued support.

Police parking will be available on Chief Rivera Way near the City Hall parking lot.

Local veteran organizations, service groups, honor guards, friends, family, and community members are welcome to join us.

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