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EDITOR’S NOTE: Viktoria Arnett of Fredericktown recently was selected as the Knox Educational Service Center’s 2026 Franklin B. Walter All-Scholastic Award recipient. The ESC is profiling the other outstanding seniors…
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How will new Centerburg housing subdivisions affect emergency services?
A recurring question when residents and village council members discuss two proposed subdivisions in Centerburg is whether the Central Ohio Joint Fire District can handle increased development.
Knox Learning Center students spruce up Arch Park
MOUNT VERNON — Students from Adrianna Trace’s class at the Knox Learning Center spent part of their morning earlier this week participating in a community service project at Arch Park…
Mount Vernon school income tax levy narrowly fails
MOUNT VERNON — Mount Vernon City School District’s 1% earned income levy failed by the narrow margin of 50.94 percent to 49.06 percent in Tuesday’s final unofficial results, according to…
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Knox Community Hospital celebrates Nurses Week, honors the heart of healthcare
MOUNT VERNON — In recognition of National Nurses Week, observed May 6 to 12, Knox Community Hospital proudly celebrates the dedication, compassion, and expertise of its nursing team. This annual celebration highlights the vital role nurses play in delivering high-quality care and improving the health and well-being of the communities they…
Officials break ground on new walking & biking trail in Appalachia
ZANESVILLE — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine joined leaders from the city of Zanesville, Muskingum Valley Park District, Ironton-Lawrence County Community Action Organization, and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources on May 1 to break ground on a new walking and biking trail along the banks of the Muskingum River. The…
Danbury Mount Vernon earns Community of the Region award
MOUNT VERNON — StoryPoint Group has designated Danbury Mount Vernon as Community of the Region. The award is based on a comprehensive evaluation, including safety reportable scores, community reviews, Employee of the Month recognitions, and more. Danbury Mount Vernon stood out for its strong performance and commitment to creating meaningful…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports May 5
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on May 5.
Incumbent Pursel wins Republican nomination for Knox County commissioner
MOUNT VERNON — Voter turnout was 26.01% in Tuesday’s May primary, slightly higher than the 25% Board of Elections Director James Blazer anticipated. In the only contested candidate race, Republican incumbent Bill Pursel garnered 77.7% of the vote for county commissioner. Challenger Christa Ciotola had 22.3%. “I appreciate the time…
George secures GOP nomination in 5th District Court of Appeals
Matthew George, 45, has secured the Republican nomination for Ohio’s 5th District Court of Appeals, emerging from a three-candidate primary race Tuesday night. George defeated fellow Republicans Matt Donahue and Jeff Furr. According to final unofficial results from the Secretary of State website, George had 46.35 percent in the District.…
Stevens, Rivers claim Republican nominations for Statehouse seats
KNOX COUNTY — Voters in Knox County and surrounding areas weighed in on several state legislative races during Tuesday’s May 5 primary election. Results are based on final, unofficial tallies from the Delaware, Knox, Holmes and Coshocton County Boards of Elections. Ohio Senate District 19 Ryan Rivers won the Republican…
Grand jury indicts Mount Vernon man for allegedly aiding suspect arrested in Licking County shooting
A Knox County Grand Jury indicted a Mount Vernon man for allegedly aiding a man wanted in connection with a Licking County shooting last month.
Centerburg council considers gas, electric aggregation programs
Centerburg residents could see gas and electric aggregation programs on their ballot in November’s General Election.
East Knox FFA member Jasmine Smith receives State Degree
BLADENSBURG — East Knox FFA has announced that senior Jasmine Smith has earned her State Degree. Smith plans to attend the Mount Vernon Nazarene University where she will be majoring in Early Childhood Education. Jasmine is the daughter of Jessica and Dennis Claggett in Bladensburg. The requirements to receive a…
Homeless man sentenced for gross sexual imposition in Knox County
A homeless man convicted of sexual imposition was sentenced in April to a definite prison term of 36 months.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports May 4
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s filed these reports at the end of their shift on May 4.
Steinmetz takes over East Knox football program
New Bulldogs head football coach Gage Steinmetz brings tradition, experience, and a lifelong love for East Knox to the program.
Danville earns No. 1 seed, will open girls softball tourney in district action
DANVILLE — The road to the girls district softball title runs through Danville. The Blue Devils earned the No. 1 seed in Sunday’s Division VI tournament draw and took a first-round bye. Danville (15-4) will take on either No. 10 Mount Gilead or No. 11 East Knox in a district…
No-hitter is part of Centerburg freshman pitcher’s perfect start
CENTERBURG — Pitching a no-hitter is no easy feat. Tossing no-no at the varsity level in high school as a freshman adds another layer of difficulty. Those are the obstacles Centerburg’s Dustin Parker overcame on Thursday evening as the Trojans defeated Mount Gilead 7-1, in a Knox Morrow Athletic Conference…
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