Facelift: Mansfield Speedway racing surface reworked ahead of June 26-27 Sprint Car show
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A Stroll Through the Garden: Pawpaws, Ohio’s state fruit tree, provides many uses
Pawpaws, Ohio’s state fruit tree, are interesting and have many uses. I notice that this tree stands out in all three seasons, though many people might not realize it. I…
Lure of warmer weather calls to Knox County anglers
MOUNT VERNON — Ohio’s public lakes and reservoirs are excellent places to fish for hybrid-striped bass, crappie, black bass, and catfish, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR)…
The last visit of Indians took place near Bladensburg around 1839
BLADENSBURG — One of what must be the last recorded encounters with American Indians in this area is buried in a little-known account about the Wakatomika Creek valley, compiled in…
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Stark County man, non-profit organization indicted in theft of charitable donations
CANTON — A Stark County man and his non-profit organization have been indicted for allegedly stealing approximately $375,000 in charitable donations over three years, Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson announced Thursday. Jamar Fleming, 41, and Agape Ministries, a non-profit organization he founded in Canton, both face felony charges of aggravated theft…
Lorain woman killed, 3 children hurt in Ohio Turnpike crash on Friday
MILAN – A Lorain woman was killed and three children hurt after a Friday morning crash on the Ohio Turnpike, according to the Milan Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Najalee N. Rivera, 28, was pronounced dead at the scene, the Patrol reported. The vehicle was also occupied by…
Knox County JFS highlights foster care gains
The number of JFS foster homes has nearly tripled in the last decade.
Ohio Conference of NAACP supports Governor’s call to repeal death penalty
COLUMBUS – The Ohio Conference of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) strongly supports Governor DeWine’s official statement calling for the abolition of the death penalty. The NAACP has been unequivocally opposed to the death penalty for over 50 years, most recently reaffirming our stance in 2022. According to…
Columbus Zoo announces vision for the John F. Wolfe aquarium
POWELL – The Columbus Zoo unveiled plans Friday for the John F. Wolfe Aquarium, a monumental new destination that will redefine aquatic wildlife experiences in the Midwest and mark the most ambitious project in the organization’s history. Made possible by a historic $50 million gift from The Robert F. Wolfe and…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports June 18
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls for service on June 18.
Fish for free across Ohio June 20 & 21
COLUMBUS – Ohio’s annual free fishing days on Saturday, June 20, and Sunday, June 21, give all residents a chance to fish at any public waterway without a license, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. This includes Lake Erie and Ohio’s public lakes, reservoirs, streams,…
10 questions with Big Walnut WR, Ohio State’s top football recruit, Jamier Brown
Discover how top Ohio State football recruit Jamier Brown excels on the track and field.
DHS: Alleged ringleader of UFC Freedom 250 plot involving Danville teen is a Mexican illegal alien
EDITOR’S NOTE: An earlier version of this story stated that Tycen Proper was enrolled at Mount Vernon Nazarene University (College on the report). The Knox County Sheriff’s Office stated that information was not accurate in its original report. WASHINGTON, D.C. – The suspected ringleader of the failed terrorist plot at…
Local cadets receive promotions in Civil Air Patrol
MOUNT VERNON — The Capt.Peter Chapman II Composite Squadron, Civil Air Patrol, has announced the following cadet promotions for the month of June. Cadet Airman Basic Ian Huggins has been promoted to Cadet Airman, upon completion of the Major General John F. Curry Achievement of the Civil Air Patrol Cadet…
Englefield Oil proposes major overhaul of Coshocton Avenue fuel station
Englefield Oil’s redesign removes an existing curb cut, shifts pumps away from Coshocton Avenue and upgrades screening along the residential property line.
Mount Vernon recognized as silver member of MORPC’s Sustainable2050 initiative
COLUMBUS — The City of Mount Vernon has officially been recognized as a Silver member of the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission’s (MORPC) Sustainable2050 initiative. Mount Vernon joined the program by passing a formal city council resolution, making it the first municipality in Knox County to participate. “Stewardship really begins at home, and we are honored…
New information, photos released in probe of planned White House attack by Danville man
EDITOR’S NOTE: An earlier version of this story stated that Tycen Proper was enrolled at Mount Vernon Nazarene University (College on the report). The Knox County Sheriff’s Office stated that information was not accurate in its original report. DANVILLE — The Knox County Sheriff’s Office has released a 211-page document…
Centerburg man indicted for sexual charges in connection with a minor
The Knox County Grand Jury indicted 11 Monday
Mount Vernon’s McPeek, East Knox’s Armstrong selected to All-Ohio first team
MOUNT VERNON — The future is bright for Mount Vernon’s Jax McPeek. A sophomore catcher, McPeek was selected to the All-Ohio first team in Division II by the Ohio High School Baseball Coaches Association. McPeek led the Yellow Jackets in virtually every offensive category. He batted a team-high .438 with…
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