Preston Cooper’s musical homecoming brings new songs to Mount Vernon
Preston Cooper returns to Knox County for Mount Vernon’s Music and Arts Festival with new music and a hometown connection.
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New Educators’ Breakfast draws attendees from across Knox County
Knox County’s newest educators gathered for the 2026 Knox County New Educators’ Breakfast, hosted by the Knox County Chamber of Commerce.
ODNR honors Knox County’s Jennifer Windus with Cardinal Award
COLUMBUS — A Knox County woman was one of 13 people celebrated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources celebrated with a special ceremony at the Ohio State Fair for…
Danville Health Center open house celebrates National Health Center Week
Danville Health Center welcomed residents to speak with healthcare officials, learn more about the center’s partners and to tour the facility.
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Woman’s quest to visit every Ohio state park began at Mohican
PERRYSVILLE — When Cyndi Griffith picked up a simple paper passport at Mohican State Park on Groundhog Day 2025, she had no idea it would spark a yearlong quest across Ohio. At the time, it was just a fun souvenir — something to tuck into a backpack and fill with…
Fredericktown police reports Aug. 2 through Aug. 8
The Fredericktown Police Department responded to these calls Aug. 2 through Aug. 8.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Aug. 8
Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on Aug. 8.
Bear with us: Mohican’s latest visitor probably isn’t planning to stay
One unexpected visitor has people checking trail cameras, Ring doorbells and hiking plans a little more closely.
Cremation scattering garden, developer tax incentives loom for Mount Vernon council
Council members will be asked to vote on legislation establishing a cremation scattering garden in Mound View Cemetery and tax incentives for a developer at their meeting Monday. All of the ordinances are up for a third reading.
Danville/Brinkhaven/Apple Valley law reports July 28 to Aug. 7
DANVILLE — Danville Police officers filed these reports from July 28 to Aug. 7. Courtesy of Chief Monte L. Vance these reports encompass calls from Danville, Apple Valley and Brinkhaven Township.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Aug. 7
Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on Aug. 1.
A Stroll Through the Garden: Violating seed-gathering principles can be dangerous
A while back, I got a strange call from a reader who has followed my column for a while. This person asked if I’d ever heard of Toxic Squash Syndrome. Apparently, they had food poisoning symptoms that lasted three or four days. I’ve had food poisoning myself, and for three…
Rinehart, Cronk, Scott honored as Mount Vernon’s 2026 Volunteers of the Year
Compassionate, leadership, mentor, giving and commitment are among the words Mayor Matt Starr used to describe the 2026 Mount Vernon Volunteers of the Year.
Paws on Parade showcased at Mount Vernon’s First Friday
In what has become an annual tribute to the dog days of summer, Mount Vernon went to the dogs at the August First Friday.
Mount Vernon City Schools’ free summer meal program gives students, families options
The seven-week program served 750 pre-registered students and distributed approximately 73,500 meals.
Kokosing Gap Trail paving to start soon
Cyclists and pedestrians can expect rolling closures as crews work from Mount Vernon toward Danville.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Aug. 6
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports at the end of their shifts on Aug. 6.
BHP cuts ribbon on long-awaited Knox County crisis center
Dr. Kate St. James has long had a vision of a center that would provide 24/7 immediate assistance to people experiencing a behavioral health crisis.
World War II, Korean & Vietnam war memorials on display Aug. 6 to 9 in Ashland
The three memorials will be escorted from the Ohio State Reformatory, 100 Reformatory Road in Mansfield, to Ashland on Aug. 6.
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