Knox County grand jury indicts 3 people for telecommunications offenses
Telecommunications harassment and telecommunications fraud are among the alleged incidents.
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Cremation scattering garden, developer tax incentives loom for Mount Vernon council
Council members will be asked to vote on legislation establishing a cremation scattering garden in Mound View Cemetery and tax incentives for a developer at their meeting Monday. All of…
Church foundation stones linger in Mount Vernon
MOUNT VERNON — There is a remarkable footnote to the story of Mount Vernon’s First Baptist Church, which we’ve lately been examining. This trek started with an old postcard which…
A Stroll Through the Garden: Violating seed-gathering principles can be dangerous
A while back, I got a strange call from a reader who has followed my column for a while. This person asked if I’d ever heard of Toxic Squash Syndrome.…
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Paws on Parade showcased at Mount Vernon’s First Friday
In what has become an annual tribute to the dog days of summer, Mount Vernon went to the dogs at the August First Friday.
Mount Vernon City Schools’ free summer meal program gives students, families options
The seven-week program served 750 pre-registered students and distributed approximately 73,500 meals.
Kokosing Gap Trail paving to start soon
Cyclists and pedestrians can expect rolling closures as crews work from Mount Vernon toward Danville.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Aug. 6
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports at the end of their shifts on Aug. 6.
BHP cuts ribbon on long-awaited Knox County crisis center
Dr. Kate St. James has long had a vision of a center that would provide 24/7 immediate assistance to people experiencing a behavioral health crisis.
World War II, Korean & Vietnam war memorials on display Aug. 6 to 9 in Ashland
The three memorials will be escorted from the Ohio State Reformatory, 100 Reformatory Road in Mansfield, to Ashland on Aug. 6.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Aug. 5
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on Aug. 5.
Open Source: What’s the status on Knox County road projects?
Summer is orange barrel time in Knox County, and questions from readers about county road closures came fast and furious over the past several weeks.
Fire Investigation: Using technology to find the truth after a fire
MOUNT VERNON — When firefighters leave the scene after extinguishing a fire, another important job begins — determining how and why the fire started. Every fire has a story to tell, and it is the responsibility of fire investigators to gather the facts, preserve evidence, and determine the origin and…
38th annual festival returns to downtown Mount Vernon
Downtown streets, including Public Square, will begin closing on Thursday morning, Aug. 13, to prepare for the festival.
Knox County CAP members receive promotions and awards
MOUNT VERNON — Captain Peter Chapman II Composite Squadron, Civil Air Patrol, has announced the following cadet and senior member awards and promotions for the month of August 2026. Cadets Carter Hawkins and Jack Wallace have been promoted to Cadet Airmen upon completion of the Major General John F. Curry…
Mount Vernon police chief receives award for commitment to crisis intervention
Every sworn officer in the Mount Vernon Police Department has completed crisis intervention training. MHRB director Kay Spergel said that reflects a department that understands public safety and behavioral health go hand in hand.
Two Columbus men in custody after 27 guns, taser stolen from Fin Feather Fur in Ashland
According to a dispatch report from the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office, Martell L. Dawson, 25, and Andez T. Henry, 18, were both taken into custody by deputies by 2:20 a.m. Monday.
Ohio State recruit Jamier Brown leaves Big Walnut in return to Huber Heights Wayne
Ohio State commit Jamier Brown has left Big Walnut and returned to Huber Heights Wayne as his football eligibility remains unclear. Read more.
Police chief sees dream become reality as Mount Vernon breaks ground for new station
Morgan said the 36,858-square-foot building provides room to grow as the city grows. It also enhances the department’s focus on training and community engagement.
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