Irv Oslin: Mohican’s flash flood of 2006 made news — and history
A few hours passed and things went from bad to worse. A tornado swept from Pleasant Hill Lake through Clear Fork Valley, cutting a swath into Mohican-Memorial State Forest.
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TK’s Ice Cream & Sweets brings community, accessibility to Fredericktown
TK’s Ice Cream & Sweets is now open in Fredericktown, offering local ice cream and a welcoming community space.
Knox County contributes to Ohio’s sandhill crane count despite inclement weather
MOUNT VERNON – Volunteer observers reported 344 sandhill cranes in Ohio during the 2026 Midwest Crane Count, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. Locally, Knox…
OSHP investigating fatal crashes in Fredericktown, Centerburg over holiday weekend
FREDERICKTOWN — The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating two fatal crashes that occurred in Knox County over the July 4 weekend. On July 5 at 1:22 a.m., Steven D.…
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July 8 workshop set for Mount Vernon Music & Arts Festival flower show
MOUNT VERNON — The Knox County Garden Clubs will present “Celebrating America’s 250 With Foral Designs” during the Mount Vernon Music and Arts Festival, Aug. 14 – 16, at the Living Center, 201 N. Main St. The flower show consists of horticulture and artistic divisions for adult, juniors and Living…
Mount Vernon nursing home administrator steps back — but not away
When you ask Engelbach what she considers her biggest achievement, she does not hesitate: 43 years of loving what she does.
Lady Knox Chapter of DAR celebrates 30 years of preserving history, patriotism in Knox County
The Lucy Knox Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution celebrated 30 years of historic preservation, education and patriotism.
Chinese doctoral student experiences first small-town Fourth of July celebration in Gambier
GAMBIER — Many Americans take familiar traditions for granted — birthdays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, anniversaries. And at this time of year, Independence Day. But for Zhanghe “Casper” Chen, a pharmacoepidemiology PhD student at the University of Cincinnati, Saturday’s Fourth of July celebration offered something entirely new: his first experience with a…
Danville police reports June 25 to July 4
The Danville Police Department responded to these calls between June 25 and July 4, according to Chief Monte Vance.
Fredericktown police reports June 28 to July 4
The Fredericktown Police Department responded to these calls June 28 through July 4.
Knox County Sheriff’s Office reports July 4
Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on July 4.
Mount Vernon celebrates Fourth of July with music, food and fireworks
Festivities included a performance from the Highwaymen Show tribute band.
Rain curtails July 4 activities in Fredericktown
A mid-afternoon shower curtailed Fourth of July activities in Fredericktown, but likely for only a bit.
Civil War hero Cpl. Abner P. Allen honored with plaque during Centerburg July 4 ceremony
Speakers emphasized Allen’s bravery, the historical importance of Civil War color bearers and the value of preserving local heritage.
Gambier hosts parade, honors Citizen of the Year at Fourth of July celebration
Gambier celebrated the 250th anniversary of America by honoring those who make the village a better, more welcoming place.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports July 3
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on July 3.
As America celebrates its birthday, home ownership dream comes alive in South Vernon
The faces of home ownership in South Vernon include a self-employed single mom, a construction worker and an HVAC technician.
Mount Vernon catches the red, white and blue fever at July First Friday
A patriotic First Friday in Mount Vernon rang in the holiday weekend despite sweltering weather.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports July 2
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports at the end of their shifts on July 2.
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