Mock ballot, real officials: Government Day preps first-time Knox County voters
Blazer said the goal is a well-informed electorate that knows who the officials are, what they do and how the process works.
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Hike-and-Learn explores Devil’s Backbone on Walhonding Valley Railroad route
The Walhonding Valley Railroad is a thing of the past, but the landscape through which it ran — including the famous “Devil’s Backbone” — remains some of the most striking…
Mount Vernon council to vote on Flock cameras, adding stormwater crew
Mount Vernon City Council votes Monday on ending the city’s use of license plate cameras and will also consider adding a dedicated three-person stormwater crew.
Canine pals bring calming influence to Knox County youngsters
MOUNT VERNON – When a black labrador puppy walked into his life in 2000, Derek Fisher had no idea the dog would become his best friend, his co-worker and a…
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Knox County Career Center advisory dinner toasts to community support
On Thursday, local business professionals were invited to the Knox County Career Center’s annual advisory dinner for conversation and culinary delights.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Oct. 9
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports for calls on Oct. 9.
Knox County groups plan early voting push at nonpartisan event downtown
According to the organizations, No Kings: Vote Early events are nonpartisan and are designed to increase participation from all eligible voters.
Mount Vernon senior housing project back on track with scaled-down plan
A senior housing project first proposed in 2022 is headed to council after the planning commission approved a scaled-down development plan.
Centerburg edges Mount Gilead to remain atop KMAC ladder
MOUNT GILEAD — Chaos. That may be the appropriate word to use when even the head coach was blocked from viewing one of the biggest plays of the season thus far. With the visiting Centerburg Trojans clinging to a precarious 13-12 lead over Mount Gilead, the Indians’ offense quieted the…
Colts rally in 4th quarter to overcome Highland in tense tussle
SPARTA — Clear Fork’s clash with backyard rival Highland became more uncomfortable as the night unfolded. It reached a near fever pitch until the final 61 seconds, when Nash Evans burst through on an 8-yard bolt to finally put the Colts in front for good in a 20-14 Mid-Ohio Athletic…
Freddies hold off Redbirds in instant classic KMAC clash
LOUDONVILLE – A few yards stood between Loudonville and a path to the postseason Friday night inside Redbird Stadium. But Fredericktown and emergent running back Cash Parker – themselves looking for a foothold toward a playoff spot – blocked the way in one of north central Ohio’s best games of…
Oct. 9: Mount Vernon-area high school football roundup
Zanesville claims tight victory against Mt. Vernon Zanesville posted a narrow 38-35 win over Mt. Vernon in Ohio high school football action on Oct. 9. The first quarter gave Zanesville an 8-6 lead over Mt. Vernon. Neither squad could muster points in the second and third quarters. The Blue Devils…
Knox County Convention & Visitors Bureau receives top honors at Ohio Conference on Travel
In the travel guide category, The Knox County CVB 2026-2027 Adventure Guide beat out competitive markets like Akron, Mansfield and Dayton.
Mount Vernon students put down roots in history with America 250 tree dedication
On Friday, Mount Vernon students joined community members to dedicate an American Heritage Tree honoring the nation’s 250th anniversary.
Ohio firefighters are among nationwide wildfire response team in 2026
COLUMBUS – Battling wildfires is a year-round, nationwide team effort, and this year, when called upon, Ohio wildland firefighters answered the bell many times. Wildland firefighters, including those from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Forestry, have spent 2026 supporting wildfire response efforts across the country and…
Former Canton doctor, convicted of attempted murder, faces sentencing for naturalization fraud
CLEVELAND – A federal jury has convicted a former medical doctor with naturalization fraud for providing false answers on a U.S. citizenship application and during an in-person interview, according to the United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio. According to court documents, Yousif Abdulraouf Alhallaq, 47, of…
NHI honors Jason Rhinebolt, Mortellaro McDonald’s for their commitment to inclusive employment
With a professional relationship spanning decades, Mortellaro McDonald’s, Mount Vernon, continues to be an appreciated community partner to NHI.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Oct. 8
Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports for calls handled on Sept. 26.
CRF Museum Speaker Series returns with Edmund Fitzgerald program
LOUDONVILLE — The Cleo Redd Fisher Museum’s speaker series returns Monday,Oct. 19 with a program exploring one of the Great Lakes’ most enduring mysteries. Christopher Gillcrist, director emeritus of the National Museum of the Great Lakes, will present “The Edmund Fitzgerald: What Really Happened?” from 7 to 8 p.m., opening…
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