Fredericktown High School graduates 105 in Class of 2026
FREDERICKTOWN — A few tears, numerous smiles and a sense of accomplishment filled Fredericktown High School’s gymnasium on Friday night. The Class of 2026, 105 strong, graduated during commencement ceremonies…
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Centerburg blasts Pleasant to advance in girls softball tourney
CENTERBURG — It didn’t take the Centerburg girls softball team long to show why it’s 21-3 overall and 12-1 in the Knox Morrow Athletic Conference. Senior Abby Herren led off…
Here’s your farmers market guide for north central Ohio 2026
Farmers market season has officially begun, with weekly pop-ups springing up like dandelions across north central Ohio. If you’re ready to cut out the middleman and get your own juicy…
Mount Vernon Sting soccer squad reaches Ohio State Cup semifinal
MOUNT VERNON — It might be considered one of Knox County’s hidden gems. On May 16, the Mount Vernon Sting Soccer Club will attempt to come out of hiding and…
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Ohio governor announces new Medicaid fraud prevention initiatives
COLUMBUS — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced Wednesday that he is implementing several new fraud prevention initiatives to strengthen and build-upon long-standing efforts to fight fraud, waste, and abuse in the Ohio Medicaid system. “Ohio has long been a national leader in fighting Medicaid fraud. Ohio has one of the…
ParaPsyCon 7 brings psychics, ghost hunters and cryptid seekers to Mansfield’s haunted prison
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the beginning of a semi-regular feature that will stretch into the fall that will profile haunted houses, paranormal activity and more. If you have any ideas that involve this subject matter, please contact Hannah Martin at Hannah@RichlandSource.com. MANSFIELD — If the walls of the Ohio State…
Knox County Sheriff’s Office provides staffing update
Lt. James Ferenbaugh reported 26 uniformed deputies are currently assigned to patrol. That includes school resource officers and village units.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports May 12
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on May 12.
Leaning joins Knox County Area Development Foundation as economic coordinator
MOUNT VERNON — The Knox County Area Development Foundation has announced the hiring of Maxwell Leaning as the organization’s new economic development coordinator. Leaning starts his new role on June 1, 2026. A lifelong resident of Knox County, Leaning brings a strong background in local business engagement, community involvement, and…
Danville’s Hackman wins 4 events at KMAC Track & Field Championships
MOUNT GILEAD — Danville’s Kelsey Hackman was at it again during Tuesday’s Knox Morrow Athletic Conference Track & Field Championships. Hackman won four individual events for a second year in a row, defending her KMAC titles in the long jump, 100-meter dash and the 100 and 300 hurdles. The junior…
2 Wayne County Sheriff’s officers stabbed, suspect sits in Ashland County Jail
CONGRESS TOWNSHIP — Two Wayne County Sheriff’s officers were stabbed and a suspect was arrested and sits in the Ashland County Jail after an incident on Tuesday morning, according to the department’s Facebook page. Sheriff Tom Ballinger and Sgt. Dan Broome were both transported to Wooster Community Hospital, with Broome…
Slonczewski to speak on ‘Brains and AI’ at Mount Vernon library
MOUNT VERNON — The Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County invites the community to a literary and scientific presentation titled “Brains and AI: Real Science Beyond Fiction” on Wednesday, May 20, at 6:30 p.m. Professor Joan Slonczewski, micro-biologist and award-winning science fiction author, will discuss how scientific research…
Mount Vernon council accepts grant for Greenwood & Burgess improvements
The project will support growing industrial activity at Heartland Commerce Park and improve long-term roadway durability for heavy truck traffic.
Brinkhaven Village Council adopts first municipal code in village history
The code represents the first organized body of municipal law in the village’s history and marks a defining moment in Brinkhaven’s civic life.
Ohio BCI continuing investigation into officer-involved shooting in Bucyrus
The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigations continues on Tuesday its investigation into an officer-involved shooting in Bucyrus.
Knox County Chamber of Commerce hires McCartney as new Executive Director
MOUNT VERNON — The Knox County Chamber of Commerce has announced the appointment of Jill McCartney as its new Executive Director. McCartney brings more than 15 years of leadership experience in organizational management, strategic planning, community engagement, and partnership development. Most recently, she served as Director of Athletics, Fitness and…
Knox County Career Center students compete at state competition
MOUNT VERNON — The SkillsUSA state competition was held in Columbus onMay 5 and 6 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. The competition brings over 5,000 competitors, business and industry partners, instructors, and vendors together in over 100 contests in all 16 career pathways toshowcase Career and Technical Education in…
Centerburg Elementary School celebrated for literacy achievement
CENTERBURG — Read Naturally is thrilled to recognize Centerburg Elementary School as an honorable mention of the 2026 Read Live School of the Year Award. This award honors schools for their effective implementation of Read Naturally’s Read Live program to achieve significant gains in student literacy. Celebrating these schools aims…
Fredericktown educator receives MVNU Mentor Teacher Award
FREDERICKTOWN — In recognition of Teacher Appreciation Week, the Education Department at Mount Vernon Nazarene University asked senior-level student teachers to nominate a mentor teacher for the fourth annual Mentor Teacher of the Year Award. Among MVNU’s 50 mentor teachers across central Ohio, one educator stood out. Amber Parry, a…
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