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.
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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…
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.
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A Stroll Through the Garden: Hemlock Woolly Adelgids are pests in north central Ohio
An evergreen in a garden always reminds us that hope sticks around, even in winter. There are more than 250 registered cultivars of hemlock in existence. These Hemlocks vary in color, shape, leaf type, and much more. Hemlock has a unique quality that other evergreens don’t, because they grow well…
WNZR celebrates 40 years of faith, community and connection
WNZR celebrated its 40th anniversary by inviting the community into it’s studio for an evening of activities and fun.
Knox County Indivisible invites public to march to the polls
Folks who have already voted or plan to vote on another day can still join the march. Anyone with a completed mail-in ballot is encouraged to bring them to drop in the ballot box at the Board of Elections.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Oct. 7
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports for Oct. 7.
A Harvest for the Hungry: Knox County sites part of Ohio’s special deer programs
COLUMBUS – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife is asking white-tailed deer hunters to consider harvesting an extra deer to help feed Ohio families. The Division of Wildlife’s Field to Food Bank program is accepting deer donations on multiple dates during the upcoming hunting season. The Field…
ACSO Bomb Squad detonates materials found in Loudonville home during Wednesday search
The bomb squad took the materials from the home and into a field next to the property one at a time before executing the detonations one-by-one in the controlled environment.
Turnout strong in Knox County for first day of in-person voting
Knox County Board of Elections Director James Blazer said the pace is about two-thirds of what was seen in the last presidential election.
Central Ohio Joint Fire District to start hydrant flushing
Hydrant flushing is the quick release of water from fire hydrants. Farmer said the controlled procedure is vital to the general maintenance of Del-Co’s water distribution system.
Knox County Transit says 54% of rides are job-related
Knox County Transit reported in August that 54% of its rides were related to employment, a share its director said far exceeds that of other transit systems.
East Knox FFA advances to state in Ag Soils judging competition
HOWARD — Members of the East Knox FFA had a team recently qualify to advance to the State Soil Judging competition. The Ag Soils team placed 9th overall in the district. Participating members were Amelia Rooth, Dixon Weaver, Liam Houston, and Adalynn Rooth. For the Agricultural competition, students must measure…
New Hope Industries observes National Disability Employment Awareness Month
The purpose of National Disability Employment Awareness Month is to bring attention to disability employment and celebrate the many and varied contributions of America’s workers with disabilities.
East Knox FFA takes 9th place in Urban Soils event
HOWARD — The East Knox FFA chapter recently finished 9th in the District 7 Urban Soil Judging competition. Team members included: Bryar Wilson, Noah Beckley, Brayden Moran, and Braxton Spellman. For this contest, the members measured the slope, depth to any restrictive features, any bedrock and depth to the seasonal…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Oct. 6
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports for service calls on Oct. 6.
Urban Gourmet coming to Founders Food Hall
MOUNT VERNON — Founders Food Hall is welcoming Urban Gourmet as its newest kitchen operator, bringing the Columbus-based restaurant’s proven menu of burgers, pasta bowls, sandwiches, and more to downtown Mount Vernon. Urban Gourmet will open its second location at Founders Food Hall, following the success of its original location…
Centerburg residents speak out against single-hauler trash collection
Residents press Centerburg council on trash contract, seek opt-outs and discounts.
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