Bruce White receives Knox County Chamber’s Lifetime Achievement Award
The Knox County Chamber of Commerce held its annual dinner on Friday in what outgoing chamber president Steve Oster called “a night to honor excellence.”
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DELAWARE — A lack of a quorum at a Delaware County Board of Elections meeting will likely lead to a court challenge. The board met in special session Thursday to…
State Rep. Miller unveils new Ohio tourism pass program
State Rep. Melanie Miller (R-Ashland) on Tuesday unveiled a new statewide program aimed at promoting tourism opportunities across Ohio.
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East Knox FFA competes in 6 events at Mount Gilead Invitational
HOWARD — Twelve members of the East Knox FFA recently competed in the Mount Gilead Invitational Career Development Events at Mount Gilead High School and the Morrow County Fairgrounds. The Bulldogs participated in six categories – Milk Quality & Products, Poultry, General Livestock, Equine Management, Wildlife Management, and Nature Interpretation.…
Centerburg council moves forward on Croton Road annexation
Centerburg council members voted to file a petition with the Knox County commissioners to annex 56 acres on Croton Road
Knox County Sheriff’s reports March 3
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports at the end of their shifts on March 3.
Centerburg council approves 2026 appropriations
CENTERBURG — Centerburg council members approved $3 million in appropriations on Monday, including $20,000 for sidewalks, $291,000 for a comprehensive plan, and $201,065 for design services for the Main Street improvement project. Estimated revenue is $2.1 million. Appropriations total just over $3 million. However, estimated expenses are $3.11 million. “We…
Fredericktown academy ignites passion for manufacturing and engineering
A vocational-style format provides an opportunity for students to explore career pathways in engineering and manufacturing.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports March 2
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports for calls on March 2.
Fredericktown FFA attends Mount Gilead CDE Invitational
FREDERICKTOWN —The Fredricktown FFA chapter sent 15 members to Mount Gilead to participate in various Career Development Events (CDEs) on Feb. 21. Events included General Livestock Judging, Equine Management, and Wildlife Management. All teams showed a strong start for this first invitational of the year. In Equine Management, members judge…
Knox County Chamber of Commerce launches executive director search
MOUNT VERNON — The Knox County Chamber of Commerce Board of Trustees has launched a statewide search for its next Executive Director. The organization is seeking a visionary, results-oriented and transformational leader to guide the county’s premier business advocacy organization into its next phase of growth and impact. Representing a…
Delaware County elections board member votes to uphold vote removing Knox County opponent from ballot
Questions about conflict of interest arose after a board of elections member voted to remove her opponent from the May primary ballot.
Ohio State Highway Patrol launches text-to-join feature
COLUMBUS – The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) has announced a new tool that connects the next generation of troopers directly with a recruiter. Anyone interested in a career as an Ohio State Trooper can begin their journey by simply texting “joinOSHP” to 614-654-OSHP. As part of a broader effort to…
Knox County schools are invited to paint ODOT plows
MOUNT VERNON — The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) District 5 is now accepting applications for its annual Paint-the-Plow contest. This year’s program features a special theme: “America’s 250th Birthday Celebration Edition.” The program is open to all K-12 schools, career-technical schools, and youth organizations within District 5’s seven-county region,…
Knox County boys & girls wrestlers headed to district draw
MOUNT VERNON — Mount Vernon Yellow Jacket wrestlers are sending 11 team members to the District wrestling tournament this weekend. Seven boys and four girls made the cut. On Saturday, the boys’ team competed in the Division I sectional tournament in Upper Arlington, and on Sunday, the girls took the…
Open Source: What’s going on with Knox County United Way?
Rumors are swirling about the United Way of Knox County after the agency reduced its staff several weeks ago.
Mount Vernon Police reports Feb. 25 to March 1
MOUNT VERNON — The Mount Vernon Police Department issued the following report after officers’ activity from Feb. 25 to March 1. These reports include arrests, citations, and crashes.
Knox Community Hospital takes important step in potential strategic collaboration
MOUNT VERNON — Since late last year, Knox Community Hospital has been assessing different organizations that could further strengthen its long-term clinical, operational and financial position. In that time, the hospital received interest from almost two dozen health care organizations, reflecting KCH’s solid reputation, broad services and important role in…
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