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TOP STORY - Mount Vernon men facing burglary charges

Posted: 2/8/2010 1:46:43 PM

NEWARK – Two Mount Vernon men were jailed for their suspected involvement in several burglaries in Licking and surrounding counties....


TOP STORY - Crews continue working to restore power

Posted: 2/8/2010 1:41:03 PM

Work crews from two area electric providers are continuing their work to restore service to customers....


Health Department to close early Tuesday

Posted: 2/8/2010 1:27:44 PM

MOUNT VERNON - The Knox County Health Department will close at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday for staff development. An answering machine will take all phone calls during this time....


Shepard sentenced to nine years for rape

Posted: 2/5/2010 10:01:20 AM

MOUNT VERNON – A man will spend the next nine years in prison for the sexual assault of another adult male....


Centerburg woman killed in crash

Posted: 2/5/2010 7:19:07 AM

BANGS – A Centerburg woman was killed Thursday in a two-vehicle crash just west on Bangs in Knox County....


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AP Top Sports News At 12:37 a.m. EST

NFL future: Spotlight off the field

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) -- A memorable season capped by a super title game with a record TV audience has NFL executives and fans beaming....


Kansas still No. 1; Mountain West has 3 in Top 25

The Mountain West Conference is doing some serious climbing....


Nebraska moves up to No. 3 in women's Top 25 poll

Nebraska keeps winning and climbing up the Top 25....


The latest headlines from 10tv.com

After Reported Crash, No Plane Found Near Conneaut

The Coast Guard and rescue teams responded to a reported plane crash near Conneaut, but were unable to find any plane or debris. Get the details.


Crews Busy Aiding Stranded Drivers

With one major snow storm passed and another one on the way, AAA crews are busy helping stranded motorists.


High Stress Levels Plague SW Ohio

A new study about stress indicates Clinton and Highland counties are feeling it the most because of job loss and a struggling economy.


AP Top U.S. News At Midnight EST

Michael Jackson's doctor pleads not guilty

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Michael Jackson's doctor pleaded not guilty Monday to involuntary manslaughter in the death of the pop star at a brief hearing that had all the trappings of another sensational celebrity courtroom drama....


Criminal probe is launched in Conn. plant blast

MIDDLETOWN, Conn. (AP) -- Authorities launched a criminal investigation Monday into the cause of an explosion that killed five people at a power plant under construction, saying they couldn't rule out negligence....


Rep. John Murtha, voice for veterans, dies at 77

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) -- Rep. John Murtha, the tall, gruff-mannered former Marine who became the de facto voice of veterans on Capitol Hill and later an outspoken and influential critic of the Iraq War, died Monday following complications from gallbladder surgery. He was 77....


AP Top International News At 11 p.m. EST

Iran moves closer to nuke warhead capacity

VIENNA (AP) -- Iran pressed ahead Monday with plans that will increase its ability to make nuclear weapons as it formally informed the U.N. nuclear agency of its intention to enrich uranium to higher levels....


Mexico arrests 2 reputed leaders of Tijuana gang

TIJUANA, Mexico (AP) -- Mexican federal police arrested two suspected gang leaders Monday, delivering another big blow to a brutal drug cartel that terrorized the border city of Tijuana for several years....


Report: NKorea's Kim reiterates disarmament pledge

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Il assured a high-level envoy visiting from Beijing that Pyongyang is committed to a nuclear-free Korean peninsula, China's state news agency reported Tuesday....


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February 9, 2010
5:00:00 PM
- Business Owners Social Networking
Location:
- The Alcove, Mount Vernon, Ohio
Description:
- The Heritage Centre Association invites you this Tuesday, February 9th, for a business owners social networking at The Alcove, upstairs from 6pm to 8pm. This will be a casual event for business owners to meet and share thoughts and ideas. We had eight businesses represented last month at Flapper’s with a nice group coming out to get to know each other better. Everyone is welcome, whether your business is located downtown or not. We are hoping to have business owners from around the county as well as the Central Business District. There will be a cash bar with complimentary hors d’oeuvres. Come early, beginning at 5:00 p.m. for the Chamber’s Business After Hours event for complimentary drinks also until 6:00 p.m.. Next month’s gathering is scheduled for March 9th at Henry’s at the Curtis Inn from 6 to 8pm. There will be hors d’oeuvres and your first drink compliments of Henry’s at the March event. Come out Tuesday evening and save the date for next month.

February 10, 2010
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February 11, 2010
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February 12, 2010
There are currently no events scheduled for today.

February 13, 2010
10:30:00 AM
- 6th Annual Dirko’s Blizzard Open
Location:
- Tomahawk Golf Course
Description:
- 6th Annual Dirko’s Blizzard Open- All Proceeds Benefit Hospice of Knox County. Have the winter blues got you bummed? Here’s your chance to put a little spring into your step! 11 Hole Four Man/Woman Scramble $30 per Golfer ($120 per team) Sign up limited to 16 teams ~ Sign up single or by team Date is Saturday, February 13th, 2010 ~ Sign in 10:30a.m. ~ Shotgun start 11a.m. Rain date will be Sunday, February 14, 2010 ~ Event takes place at Tomahawk Golf Course. ** All entries and fees are due by Monday, February 8, 2010** Bring form and check: Dirko’s Pizza 500 Coshocton Rd. Mt. Vernon Or mail to: Blizzard Open Dirk Parker P.O. Box 531 Gambier, OH 43022 For additional information call: 740-427-2166 Can’t play that day…you can still be a part of the event…Hole Sponsorship are $30
5:00:00 PM
- Hawaiian luau
Location:
- Dan Emmett Conference Center
Description:
- Employee’s Relay Team from Rolls-Royce will host their annual benefit dance and silent auction. Tickets to the luau include a Hawaiian-themed buffet dinner and a non-alcoholic beverage; a cash bar will be available throughout the night. Tickets are $50 per person and $100 per couple, or tables for eight may be reserved for $350. Tickets should be purchased in advance by calling Donna Strosnider at (740) 393-8512. In keeping with the benefit’s theme, guests are encouraged to dress in their most authentic Hawaiian clothes and a prize will be awarded for best costume. In addition to dinner, dancing and the costume prize, there will be a number of items available during the silent auction

February 14, 2010
12:00:00 PM
- Valentine's Day Party
Location:
- 33 Public Square, Mount Vernon, Ohio
Description:
- Hard Knox Tattoo is Having a Valentine's Day Party. Live Music By Stretch Lefty, Discounts on tattoos and piercing, 50/50 raffle. You can buy your tickets ahead of time. For more information call (740) 326-6204
3:00:00 PM
- Sweetheart Hike
Location:
- Mohican Outdoor School Field Trip Center, 5391 Bunker Hill North Road, Butler, OH
Description:
- Hemlock Falls is a very romantic 80 foot waterfall. Bring your sweetheart and join us for a guided hike to the falls. A wine/beverage and cheese reception will follow in the Mohican Outdoor School Field Trip Center. The hike will leave at 3:00PM from the field trip center located at 5391 Bunker Hill North Road, Butler, OH. Alcoholic beverages will not be served to persons under the age of 21 years. The cost is $12.00 per person: all proceeds will benefit the Environmental Learning Center Call us at 419-938-6671 or e-mail info@mohicanoutdoorschool.org

February 15, 2010
11:30:00 AM
- Passage Support Group
Location:
- Hospice of Knox County's Community Room
Description:
- Passage, a support and educational group for adults, meets on Monday at Hospice of Knox County's Community Room from 11:30-1:00 p.m.