$49k grant fuels upgrades for Monroe Township Fire Department
MONROE TOWNSHIP — The Monroe Township Fire Department is set to receive $49,876.87 through the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal’s first-ever Small County Volunteer Fire Department…
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Knox County Foundation awards record $1.08M in competitive grants
MOUNT VERNON — The Knox County Foundation Board of Directors approved $1,087,800 in competitive grant funding to 16 nonprofit organizations at its Feb. 11 board meeting. This year’s cycle saw…
A Stroll Through the Garden: What’s the best way to keep Bambi out of your yard?
It’s an often-asked question these days, “How do I keep deer out of my yard?” If you’ve ever watched a group of deer wander by, you know they’re fascinating —…
13 indicted in most recent Knox County grand jury session
MOUNT VERNON — A Knox County grand jury indicted 13 individuals during a recent session on charges ranging from alleged aggravated drug possession to vandalism. The cases are below. —…
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Hiner introduces resolution aimed at providing billions in property tax relief
COLUMBUS — State Rep. Mark Hiner (R-Howard) introduced legislation he said is designed to provide substantial tax relief to homeowners. If adopted by the General Assembly and approved by the voters, the bill would amend Ohio’s Constitution to exempt owner-occupied residences from property taxes. It would become effective beginning in…
Knox Public Health and WIC celebrates National Nutrition Month
MOUNT VERNON —Join Women, Infant and Children (WIC), a department of Knox Public Health, in celebrating National Nutrition Month® that started in 1973 as National Nutrition Week. In response to growing interest in nutrition, it became a month-long observance in 1980. It is a nutritional education and information campaign sponsored…
Regional Planning Commission OKs Wayne Township zoning update for home businesses
MOUNT VERNON — The Regional Planning Commission recently approved updates to Wayne Township’s zoning resolution, including a change for home occupations. Township zoning chairman Mark Dumbaugh said the township has not updated its zoning resolution since May 2019. The most significant update relates to conditional uses for home occupations in…
KCCC students qualify for national business professionals competition
MOUNT VERNON — Eight Knox County Career students qualified for the BPA National Leadership Conference to be held in Nashville, TN, May 6-10. Students in CollegeU-Business, Computer Network Technology, Digital Media & Software Development, and Pre-Professional Mentorship competed in the Business Professionals of America (BPA) state competition held at the…
Ohioans can support wildlife, nature preserves & scenic rivers with tax donations
COLUMBUS — This tax season, when Ohioans check the Wildlife Diversity or Nature Preserves and Scenic Rivers funds on their state income tax form, they’re supporting the protection of Ohio’s endangered plants, animals, healthy streams, and unique ecosystems. Donations are administered by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). The Wildlife…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Feb. 25
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports on Feb. 25.
Knox County teen to be tried as an adult in fatal stabbing
Juvenile Judge Jay Nixon ruled on Friday that a Knox County teen accused of fatally stabbing his father will be tried as an adult.
2 South Vernon land bank homes now available with conventional financing
Federal government inaction has opened a path for low-income families to buy a home in South Vernon using conventional financing rather than going through USDA.
Porter brings Mount Vernon council ‘up to speed’ on transportation in Knox County
Mobility Manager Joe Porter is very passionate about what he does: putting resources together so Knox County residents can get where they need to be.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Feb. 24
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports at the end of their shifts on Feb. 24.
Husted reacts to Trump’s State-of-the-Union address
WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) released this statement following the President Donald Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address on Tuesday night. “This evening, I had the honor to attend President Trump’s State of the Union address. “He highlighted many of the ways we continue to deliver on…
Fredericktown caps perfect regular season with blowout of Indians
FREDERICKTOWN — There are few events in life that are etched in memories not only of individuals but also of entire communities. The Fredericktown 2025-26 basketball campaign is one of those memories. The Freddies finished their regular season 22-0 on Tuesday night with an exclamation point — a 72-35 thrashing…
Butler mayor claims he’s stepping down ‘under duress’ in handwritten resignation letter
BUTLER — Wesley Dingus’ resignation letter was quick and to the point, handwritten on a scrap of yellow notebook paper. The former mayor of Butler dated his resignation Monday, effective immediately, and noted that his departure from office was “NOT under stress but under duress.” Council voted unanimously to accept the…
Financing for new Mount Vernon police station is taking shape
The financial picture on how the city will pay for its new police station is becoming clearer.
Harrison County deer processor pleads guilty to multiple wildlife violations
COLUMBUS – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife has concluded an investigation into a white-tailed deer processor in Harrison County which resulted in 35 individuals being convicted of a total of 55 violations. During the investigation, dubbed Operation Donor Deer, the Division of Wildlife’s law enforcement officers…
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