Panning for purpose: Bellville’s Gold Rush Days turns prospecting into education, charity
Gold Rush Days events will include common digs where participants can take home Ohio gold and enjoy more kid-focused activities throughout the weekend.
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Knox County EMA urges residents to prepare for emergencies
The Knox County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is encouraging residents to take simple steps now to make sure they and their families are prepared when an emergency happens.
Mount Vernon police chief reports lower call volume, continues discussion on e-bikes
Police Chief asks drivers to slow down and watch for buses and children.
Families benefit as Knox County collects nearly $4.9 million in child support
Child Support Supervisor Cyndi Foor said the county collected $4,877,602 in child support between Jan. 1 and July 31.
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Residents question need for 90 homes, push for safer cul-de-sac design for Croton Road development
At last week’s public hearing, neighbors raised concerns about traffic safety, cul-de-sac design, and whether the village’s sewer system can handle growth.
Not-So-Spooky Forest: Ashland SWCD invites families to explore Hazel Willis Woods
ASHLAND — Forget ghosts, goblins and things that go bump in the night. This October, Ashland Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is inviting families to discover the real magic hiding in the woods during its newest Conservation Chat: The Not-So-Spooky Forest. From Oct. 1 through 31, families can take…
Mount Vernon police reports Aug. 26 to 30
MOUNT VERNON — The Mount Vernon Police Department issued the following reports for service calls from Aug. 26 to 30.
Legal Aid to offer free legal clinics in Knox County
Attorneys will be available to answer questions related to landlord-tenant matters, public benefits, consumer issues, expungement and record sealing, family law and probate.
Sept. 1 marks the beginning of Ohio’s fall hunting season
COLUMBUS – Ohio’s hunting seasons for squirrel, dove, Canada goose, and teal open in early September, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. White-tailed deer archery hunting season follows later in the month. Squirrel season is open from Tuesday, Sept. 1 until Sunday, Jan. 31, 2027. Squirrels are plentiful statewide,…
Danville FFA is a 2026-27 Grants for Growing recipient
Danville FFA recently received a $4,890 grant sponsored by the Tractor Supply Company. The club used the grant to update its Vo-Ag Shop equipment.
America 250-Ohio invites Ohioans to lace up for the 25-mile walking challenge
The challenge is a centerpiece of September’s statewide theme, “Ohio Plays: Sports & Wellness,” and is free and open to anyone who wants to participate.
Mount Vernon starts annual hydrant flushing Sept. 1
The Mount Vernon Fire Department will conduct annual hydrant flushing in the southern half of the city between Sept. 1 and Sept. 30.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Aug. 30
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports for Aug. 30.
Mount Vernon’s Panera Bread location to close Sept. 1
Twelve years after it opened, the Mount Vernon Panera Bread will close September 1 due to underperformance
Otters, sloths and zebras, oh my! Westmeister Farm brings exotic wildlife to Richland County
Shawn Westmeister had two demands for Lynn when they got married: he didn’t want to live out in the country, and he didn’t want animals.
Clearly, he loves his wife.
Fredericktown police reports Aug. 23 through Aug. 29
The Fredericktown Police Department responded to these calls Aug. 23 through Aug. 29.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Aug. 29
Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports for calls handled on Aug. 29.
2 years in the works: Total makeover projects new image for Mohican’s tourism corridor
With the completion of three ambitious projects, the campground and livery corridor between Mohican Adventures Fun Center and Route 97 has a whole new look and feel.
Elyria man pleads guilty to child sexual abuse-related charges
CLEVELAND – A 47-year-old man has pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of sending, receiving, and possessing Child Sexual Abuse Materials (CSAM). He also pleaded guilty to coercing a 13-year-old girl to meet him for the purpose of sexual exploitation, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern…
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