Mount Vernon tackles storm cleanup, utility projects, new bell circle
Crews worked through the night of June 6 to open blocked streets. The last closures, including a portion of West High Street where downed power lines posed hazards, were cleared…
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Former Loudonville coach Honabarger joins Mount Vernon football staff
MOUNT VERNON — In nearly every relationship, disagreements can arise. The Mount Vernon football program is no different. Is Ed Honabarger a legend, not only in Knox County gridiron play,…
Centerburg man works as spotter for Indy 500 champ’s racing team
CENTERBURG — Felix Rosenqvist took the checkered flag of “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” at last month’s Indy 500 with an average speed of 162.021 miles per hour — and…
Hellbender Discovery Day brings families together from across Knox County
Rural Action hosted Hellbender Discovery Day for families to learn about the eastern hellbender.
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Knox County Sheriff’s reports June 14
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls for service on June 14.
Danville police reports May 31-June 13
The Danville Police Department responded to these calls between May 31 and June 13, according to Chief Monte Vance.
Fredericktown police reports June 7 to June 13
The Fredericktown Police Department responded to these calls June 7 through June 13.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports June 13
Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls for service on June 13.
Ackerman Nature Preserve celebrates grand opening with ribbon cutting in Fredericktown
The Ackerman Nature Preserve Grand Opening brought in dozens from across Knox County to celebrate new walking path and pollinator garden.
Knox County Land Bank launches soft opening for food hall
MOUNT VERNON — The Knox County Land Bank reached a milestone this week with the soft launch of Founders Food Hall at 18 E. Vine St. “Starting this weekend, we’ll be available for a soft opening for the public. We hope that people realize that means we’re going to be…
Mansfield man killed in Saturday morning motorcycle collision
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was updated at 4:18 p.m. MANSFIELD – A 30-year-old Mansfield man died early Saturday morning in a crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV, according to the Mansfield Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Samuel Simmons was transported to Ohio Health Mansfield Hospital where he…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports June 12
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls for service on June 12.
Second annual Pooch Plunge to benefit Knox County Dog Shelter
MOUNT VERNON — The Friends of the Knox County Dog Shelter will host the second annual Pooch Plunge on Sunday, Aug. 16, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Hiawatha Water Park, 100 Sychar Road. The community is invited to bring their dogs for an evening of swimming and fun,…
Knox County hunters enjoy superb spring turkey season
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County gunners were razor sharp despite a muddy spring turkey season, according to statistics provided by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Local hunters tagged 284 turkeys this year within the county’s borders, up significantly over the three-year average of 234. Morrow County hunters also had…
Knox County Career Center’s JROTC announces cadet awards
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Career Center’s Junior Reserve Officers’ TrainingCorps has announced the Outstanding Cadet Awards for the 2025-2026 school year. Cadet Allyson Brooks was selected Freshman of the Year. Cadet Jenna Jurkowitz wasselected Sophomore of the Year. Cadet Jack Wallace was selected Junior of the Year. Cadet James…
Kiwanis honors 5 Knox County students with John Philip Sousa awards
MOUNT VERNON – Five Knox County students were recognized recently for their musical expertise by the Kiwanis Club of Mount Vernon. The club had its 16th annual John Philip Sousa Awards Luncheon on May 11, and recognized outstanding students from county high schools for their superior musicianship, leadership, dependability, and loyalty.…
Knox County 911 reports steady call volume, begins transition process
MOUNT VERNON — The Knox County 911 center is preparing for a leadership transition while continuing technology upgrades and regular operations. Director Laura Webster will officially hand over the reins to incoming Director Rick Lanuza at the end of July. Lanuzza, who began his transition on May 18, has been…
Hinkelman to discuss Ohio Valley landscape on June 17
MOUNT VERNON — The Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County invites the community to a presentation on the area’s history and archaeology titled “Why Dig Ohio? Archaeology, Geology, and the Human Connection to the Ohio Valley” on Wednesday, June 17, at 6:30 pm. Sarah Hinkelman, site superintendent of…
Division of Wildlife collars huge black bear in northeastern Ohio
ASHTABULA — Ohio’s wildlife experts were spurred into action this week when they collared a 576-pound black bear in Ashtabula County, the organization posted on its Facebook site on Thursday afternoon. The Ohio Division of Wildlife and Gantchoff Lab at the University of Dayton experts worked to place a radio…
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