Ariel-Foundation Park set for free July 4th concert and fireworks
Highwaymen Show Tribute to headline Independence Day celebration as part of America-250 MOUNT VERNON – Ariel-Foundation Park will host Mount Vernon’s annual Independence Day celebration on Saturday, July 4. The event…
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Check out north central Ohio’s best sites for National Camping Month
June is National Camping Month, and there are no shortage of options in north central Ohio for those looking to enjoy the Great Outdoors. That means this is the perfect…
Sunbury residents still seek answers after data center meeting on water and electricity
Sunbury residents hear data center water and power concerns, from Del-Co challenges to possible bill impacts. Read what officials said.
Knox County Sheriff updates commissioners on inmate count, staffing and jail upgrades
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff Daniel Weckesser briefed the county commissioners Thursday on current jail operations, reporting 79 inmates — 15 women and 64 men — as of June…
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New-look Mansfield Speedway welcomes sprint cars to town
UPDATE: Friday’s Summer Sprint Car Opener has been canceled because of impending weather. Saturday’s races will go on as scheduled. Gates will open for early access at 3 p.m. with gates opening for walk-up customers at 4 p.m. There will be a driver autograph and meet-and-greet from 3:30 p.m. to…
DeWine criticizes U.S. Supreme Court decision ending TPS for thousands of Haitian migrants
The high court’s 6-3 ruling cleared the way for the Trump administration to cancel or allow the expiration of the humanitarian program.
Washington Forum to explore smart growth and protection of Ohio’s critical resources
MOUNT VERNON — The sixth installment of The Washington Forum is scheduled for June 30 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The Gathering Place, located at 425 S. Edgewood Road in Mount Vernon. The event is free and open to the public and will focus on “Smart Growth: Protecting…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports June 24
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on June 24.
Mount Vernon releases free family movie night schedule
MOUNT VERNON — Grab your blankets, pack up your lawn chairs, and gather your loved ones. The City of Mount Vernon announces the return of its Free Family Movie Night series. Spanning from early summer through late autumn, this five-movie lineup offers local residents and visitors an opportunity for free,…
Water you waiting for? Dive into stream science and protect Mohican, one of Ohio’s most treasured rivers
ASHLAND — If you’ve ever wondered what’s happening beneath the surface of your local creek — or why the health of our streams matters to everyone from anglers and paddlers to local businesses — Ashland Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) has an invitation for you: Grab a pair of…
Ohio State helps farmers manage one of spring’s hidden crop pests: slugs
COLUMBUS — By the time many farmers realize slugs are in their fields, the damage has often already happened. The first clues are easy to miss: irregular holes in young leaves, ragged feeding damage and thin, silvery trails across newly emerged plants. By daylight, the slugs are usually gone, hidden…
Mount Vernon 11u Orange Sox baseball team places sixth in Columbus tournament
MOUNT VERNON — The Mount Vernon Orange Sox 11u team brought home a sixth-place finish at a Columbus tournament last week. The Ohio State Championship tournament at Lou Berliner Sports Park in Columbus is the largest state tournament in the United States. The Mount Vernon Orange Sox competed with 48…
New Ohio law forces closed session before Mount Vernon approves development plans
MOUNT VERNON — Mount Vernon City Council members passed three pieces of legislation this week relating to a proposed subdivision on Vernonview Drive. But residents weren’t privy to the council’s discussion prior to passage, thanks to a House Bill that became effective in March. A provision in Ohio House Bill…
What makes Ashland BalloonFest fly? A year of planning and a love for balloons
A large team of volunteers will again make the Ashland BalloonFest happen June 25-28.
OPSB approves sheep grazing at Madison County solar project
COLUMBUS – The Ohio Power Siting Board (OPSB) today approved Madison Fields Solar Project, LLC’s plan to update its vegetation management plan to incorporate sheep grazing in combination with mowing. Madison Fields plans to utilize sheep grazing between March 15 and December 15, dependent on weather conditions. A 65-acre portion…
Girls flag football recognized as OHSAA’s 29th prep sport
COLUMBUS — The Ohio High School Athletic Association has elevated girls flag football to a fully recognized sport for the 2026-27 school year, following a unanimous vote of the OHSAA Board of Directors at its June meeting. Girls flag football becomes the OHSAA’s 29th recognized sport, including 15 sports for girls…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports June 23
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on June 23.
Knox County Hospital Auxiliary presents student scholarships
MOUNT VERNON – This year, 11 students were selected to receive the $2,000 Knox Community Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship. It is presented to Knox County residents with a high school diploma or equivalent, or current high school seniors who are pursuing or plan to pursue an undergraduate degree in the Health…
Mount Vernon City Schools recognized as ‘district on the rise’ by Education Scorecard
The “learning recession” means math and reading skills are at an all-time low, but MVCS stands out for its accelerated recovery.
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