The Apocalypse Lab escape room reopens at Shawshank site in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — The door locks, the clock starts ticking and the fate of the world rests in your hands. After months of renovation, “The Apocalypse Lab” escape room inside Ohio…
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Mount Vernon resumes intersection upgrades on Coshocton Avenue
City crews have resumed upgrading the intersections on Coshocton Avenue, with an eye to streamlining the time drivers have to wait before they can pull onto Coshocton Avenue.
St. John Lutheran Church to close in Perrysville after 183 years
A closing service is set for 10 a.m. on April 26 at Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church in Perrysville.
Knox County community mourns the passing of East Knox football captain
HOWARD — Heroes come in all shapes, sizes, and ages. Anyone who could unite school districts from different counties for a common cause could certainly be called a hero. That…
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Knox County Sheriff’s reports April 23
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on April 23.
What it takes to win: Highland’s Kline on shooting for 8th straight league title
EDITOR’S NOTE: This interview with Highland baseball head coach Donnie Kline was conducted at the Hoof Hearted Brewery in Marengo. Outside on the back patio, which was up against a pond, woods and loud frogs, it was trivia night, and we sat in an open-air A-frame to chat. This is…
Fredericktown dropping to Division VI for upcoming football season
FREDERICKTOWN — Region 23 just got a little more interesting. The Ohio High School Athletic Association released its divisional breakdown for the 2026 football season and Fredericktown will join Region 23 of Division VI. The Freddies have competed in Division V the past four years, reaching the Region 18 playoffs…
Ciotola, Pursel face off in Knox County GOP primary for commissioner seat
Republican Christa Ciotola is challenging incumbent Bill Pursel for a seat on the Knox County Board of Commissioners.
A Stroll Through the Garden: Elderberries are ready to plant
To our reader who reached out for advice on this wonderful plant, I’m delighted you did! Growing elderberries in north central Ohio is something you can absolutely achieve with a little care. I remember having the same questions when I started. One thing to know: there are 20 to 30…
4 fire/EMS levies, 2 liquor-control issues on Knox County’s May 5 ballot
Voters will decide four fire and EMS issues and two liquor-control options when they go to the polls on May 5.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports April 22
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on April 22.
Mom’s inspiration spurs retired Fredericktown firefighter to climb stairs for blood cancer research
FREDERICKTOWN — Jason Bostic is used to running in while everyone else is running out — such is the life of a career firefighter. That was the case recently, too, but there was no fire. “While we were going up, anyone in the building was coming down,” Bostic said of…
Knox County Land Bank sees renewal efforts pay off in 2025
Twelve affordable homes. Thirteen properties acquired. Seventeen properties transferred out. Nearly $5 million in grants. Those numbers help tell the 2025 story of the Knox County Land Reutilization Corp
U.S. Marshals capture New Jersey fugitive in Elyria sought in stabbing case
ELYRIA – Members of the U.S. Marshals Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force (NOVFTF) – Lorain Division, arrested Dawn Burge, 36, on Tuesday in Elyria. Burge was wanted by the State of New Jersey – Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office foraggravated assault. “The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force will not…
Washington Forum returns with fourth installment
MOUNT VERNON – The City of Mount Vernon, in partnership with Kenyon College’s Center for the Study of American Democracy, will host the fourth installment of The Washington Forum, a year-long civic series presented as part of the community’s America 250 programming. April’s forum, titled “Legacy of the Land: Conservation…
Homecoming: Astros reliever and Clear Fork grad Blubaugh returns to Ohio
CLEVELAND — First pitch is still more than three hours away, but the visitor’s clubhouse at Progressive Field already is bustling. The Houston Astros are in town for a three-game series against the American League Central-leading Cleveland Guardians. The Astros have dropped four in a row and are in last…
Doc Talk: Stronger, Safer, Smarter — How therapy helps you live better
MOUNT VERNON — Join us for a free Doc Talk on Tuesday, May 19, from 5 to 6 p.m. Kelly Sheffield, OT and Nicole Martin, PT, will discuss how to feel stronger, move with confidence, and take control of your health every day. Discover how therapy services can help you prevent…
The Ren to host auditions for Gilbert & Sullivan’s H.M.S. Pinafore
MANSFIELD — Under the direction of Lori Turner, the Renaissance Theatre will host auditions for the Renaissance Youth Opera Theatre (RYOT) production of Gilbert & Sullivan’s H.M.S. Pinafore. Auditions will be held on Saturday, May 23 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, May 24 from 1 to 4…
Clinton Township to receive funding via ‘Shine a Light on Dumpers’ program
CLINTON TOWNSHIP — In recognition of Earth Day, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced Wednesday a second round of funding through his “Shine a Light on Dumpers” initiative, making another $1 million in grants available to help local communities clean up illegal dump sites and prevent future dumping. “Local governments…
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