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…
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Knox County athletes compete in Special Olympics state championships
COLUMBUS — There were 22 athletes representing Knox County at the Special Olympics State Championship at The Ohio State University over the weekend. “We had a total of 16 athletes who competed in basketball skills competition and six swimmers this year,” explained Talisha Beha, Knox County Special Olympics coordinator for…
Knox County Democrats sound optimistic note at annual dinner
Hope and optimism were palpable as the party faithful gathered on Friday night for the Knox County Democratic Party’s annual dinner.
Ninth-seeded Yellow Jackets hit road for tournament opener
MOUNT VERNON — The Yellow Jackets hope to stay hot. Mount Vernon (11-10) earned the No. 9 seed in Sunday’s Division II central district tournament draw and will open the postseason at No. 7 Westerville South (8-13). The district semifinal is scheduled for 7 p.m. March 2. The Yellow Jackets…
Walking through history: Museum invites north central Ohio to explore France
LOUDONVILLE — For those who have long dreamed of seeing France — whether drawn by its history, its art, or its role in shaping the modern world — the Cleo Redd Fisher Museum is offering a small-group journey June 14 to 21. The week-long experience will include time in Paris,…
Mount Vernon Police reports Feb. 18 to 22
MOUNT VERNON — The Mount Vernon Police Department issued the following report after officers’ activity from Feb. 18 to 22. These reports include arrests, citations, and crashes.
Bond set at $500K for Mansfield man charged in Mifflin Twp. death
Bond was set at $500,000 Monday for a Mansfield man charged in connection to the Feb. 19 death of a 26-year-old man in Mifflin Township.
Mount Gilead man, 10-year-old daughter killed in 2-vehicle crash Sunday evening
A 27-year-old Mount Gilead man and his 10-year-old daughter died Sunday evening in a two-vehicle accident, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Feb. 22
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports for incidents that occurred on Feb. 21.
New audit program to help Knox County businesses reduce waste
A new DKMM program could ultimately result in nearly zero waste among local businesses.
Fredericktown FFA holds annual Farm Toy Show
FREDERICKTOWN — The Fredericktown FFA Alumni held its annual Farm Toy Show on Feb. 14. Established in February 2025, the show is a significant event. It serves as the primary fundraiser for the FFA Alumni, an organization that supports educational and leadership opportunities for local FFA chapter members throughout the…
ODNR stocks Ohio’s waterways with 36 million fish in 2025
COLUMBUS – More than 36 million fish were stocked by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife in Ohio’s public lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams in 2025. Eleven different species of fish were stocked at 233 locations statewide. Annual fish stockings play an important role in providing excellent fishing for Ohio’s 827,000…
Fredericktown FFA competes in District Ag. Power Diagnostics CDE
FREDERICKTOWN — The Fredericktown FFA Chapter sent two members to the John Deere Training Center in Plain City to compete in the Agricultural Power Diagnostics Career Development Event (CDE) on Feb. 9. To qualify for this hands-on portion of the contest, members must first take a rigorous online exam. Only…
Danville police reports Feb. 13 through Feb. 20
DANVILLE — Listed below are the police reports in Danville and Brinkhaven from Feb. 13 through Feb. 20, courtesy of Chief Monte L. Vance.
Disabled veterans find freedom and community on the slopes
BELLVILLE — Gayle-Jayne Allyson glided down Mount Mansfield in a neon yellow helmet, ruby red lipstick and Kelly green bi-ski. She sat, strapped into the seat with her legs forward, and steered with two handheld miniature ski poles called outriggers. Allyson spent 10 years serving in the U.S. Army and…
Knox County Sheriff’s report Feb. 21
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports at the end of their shifts on Feb. 21.
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