Developer renews bid for affordable apartments in Mount Vernon
MOUNT VERNON — A proposed workforce housing development at 800 N. Sandusky St. in Clinton Township is back on the table. St. Mary Development Corp., in partnership with Pivotal Housing…
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DeChant resigns as EMA director, joins Fredericktown PD as future police chief
Director DeChant leaves Knox County’s EMA to join Fredericktown Police Department as future chief,
Batten down the hatches, high wind & wet weather could be headed our way
MANSFIELD — The mostly beautiful stretch of weather we’ve enjoyed for the past week or so could be coming to a windy, rainy end this evening. Multiple rounds of strong…
Mount Vernon City Schools to put 1-percent earned income tax levy back on November ballot
The earned income tax levy is back on the ballot, and the Mount Vernon Board of Education won’t stop until it passes.
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Mount Vernon police reports June 10 to 14
MOUNT VERNON — The Mount Vernon Police Department issued the following reports for service calls between June 10 to 14.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports June 14
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls for service on June 14.
Former Loudonville coach Honabarger joins Mount Vernon football staff
MOUNT VERNON — In nearly every relationship, disagreements can arise. The Mount Vernon football program is no different. Is Ed Honabarger a legend, not only in Knox County gridiron play, but also in central Ohio? The newest member of the Yellow Jacket coaching staff was emphatic. “Definitely not,’ he said…
Danville police reports May 31-June 13
The Danville Police Department responded to these calls between May 31 and June 13, according to Chief Monte Vance.
Centerburg man works as spotter for Indy 500 champ’s racing team
CENTERBURG — Felix Rosenqvist took the checkered flag of “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” at last month’s Indy 500 with an average speed of 162.021 miles per hour — and Centerburg graduate Sam Myers had one of the best seats for the race. The Centerburg man is in his third…
Hellbender Discovery Day brings families together from across Knox County
Rural Action hosted Hellbender Discovery Day for families to learn about the eastern hellbender.
Fredericktown police reports June 7 to June 13
The Fredericktown Police Department responded to these calls June 7 through June 13.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports June 13
Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls for service on June 13.
Ackerman Nature Preserve celebrates grand opening with ribbon cutting in Fredericktown
The Ackerman Nature Preserve Grand Opening brought in dozens from across Knox County to celebrate new walking path and pollinator garden.
Knox County Land Bank launches soft opening for food hall
MOUNT VERNON — The Knox County Land Bank reached a milestone this week with the soft launch of Founders Food Hall at 18 E. Vine St. “Starting this weekend, we’ll be available for a soft opening for the public. We hope that people realize that means we’re going to be…
Mansfield man killed in Saturday morning motorcycle collision
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was updated at 4:18 p.m. MANSFIELD – A 30-year-old Mansfield man died early Saturday morning in a crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV, according to the Mansfield Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Samuel Simmons was transported to Ohio Health Mansfield Hospital where he…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports June 12
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls for service on June 12.
Second annual Pooch Plunge to benefit Knox County Dog Shelter
MOUNT VERNON — The Friends of the Knox County Dog Shelter will host the second annual Pooch Plunge on Sunday, Aug. 16, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Hiawatha Water Park, 100 Sychar Road. The community is invited to bring their dogs for an evening of swimming and fun,…
Knox County hunters enjoy superb spring turkey season
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County gunners were razor sharp despite a muddy spring turkey season, according to statistics provided by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Local hunters tagged 284 turkeys this year within the county’s borders, up significantly over the three-year average of 234. Morrow County hunters also had…
Knox County Career Center’s JROTC announces cadet awards
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Career Center’s Junior Reserve Officers’ TrainingCorps has announced the Outstanding Cadet Awards for the 2025-2026 school year. Cadet Allyson Brooks was selected Freshman of the Year. Cadet Jenna Jurkowitz wasselected Sophomore of the Year. Cadet Jack Wallace was selected Junior of the Year. Cadet James…
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