Check out these interesting Knox County job stats from 1915
MOUNT VERNON — Browsing old newspapers for material, I stumbled across a profile of the 1915 Knox County labor situation in the Sept. 29, 1916, Democratic Banner. This was, of…
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St. Vincent de Paul school recognized for excellence in STEM education
The award highlights the school’s commitment to providing students with meaningful opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Columbus pedestrian killed in I-71 crash in Morrow County
MOUNT GILEAD – A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle and killed Thursday night while standing on I-71 near mile post 147, according to the Mount Gilead Post of the…
Prairie Peddler returns to Butler over the next 2 weekends
BUTLER — Autumn has always been my favorite time of year. Leaves begin to change, the temperature dip is welcome, football season dominates every weekend, and Prairie Peddler signals the…
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‘My little piece of heaven’: Empty Bucket Farm preserves a way of life
For 47 years, the rolling hills of Empty Bucket Farm has been home to Althea Dye and Chris Fletcher.
Knox County workforce agency highlights youth outreach
As part of the effort to build a talent pipeline for employers, the office also designated September as attendance month.
Back in time: Mount Vernon’s 200-year story returns to the screen
Mount Vernon residents gathered at the Woodward Opera House to revisit 200 years of local history with “Our Story, 200 Years.”
Mount Vernon Lady Jackets record third straight soccer victory
The Mount Vernon girls soccer team set a new scoring record as they rolled over the Licking Valley Panthers on Wednesday.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Sept. 23
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies handled a variety of calls on Sept. 23.
Junction Moto Show and Food Truck Festival set for Oct. 4 in Mount Vernon
Previously known as the Knox Foodies Food Truck Festival, the festival returns in 2026 with more food, more music, and more motorcycles.
School reunification day prepares Knox County teachers, officials for a future emergency
Knox County school staff, first responders and emergency officials gathered Wednesday for an annual exercise focused on reuniting students with their families after an emergency.
Experience Mount Vernon announces 6th annual Johnny Appleseed Fall Festival
The festival runs from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Schnormeier Event Center at Ariel-Foundation Park.
ODNR invites visitors to celebrate Ohio Heritage Days at Malabar Farm State Park
LUCAS — The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) invites families, history enthusiasts, and park visitors to Malabar Farm State Park for the annual Ohio Heritage Days celebration on Saturday, Sep. 26, and Sunday, Sept. 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free event highlights Ohio’s cultural and agricultural…
Mount Vernon girls volleyball falls to Utica
The Mount Vernon girls volleyball dropped a home match against the Utica Redskins on Tuesday.
Blues Night featuring Frank Boyd Jr. & the Bona-Fide Truth and Cryin’ Out Loud set for Oct. 2 at The Woodward Opera House
MOUNT VERNON — The Kokosing Valley Arts Alliance (KVAA) invites the community to an evening of powerful blues, rock, funk and soul as KVAA Concerts at The Woodward: Blues Night takes the stage at the historic Woodward Opera House on Friday, Oct. 2 from 7 to 10 p.m. The evening…
New Phila. man sentenced to prison after killing truck driver that encroached on his lawn
CADIZ, Ohio — A Harrison County man was sentenced Wednesday to 24 years to life in prison for fatally shooting a New Philadelphia man after the victim drove a tanker truck onto the edge of the defendant’s lawn, Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson announced. “This was a senseless crime that…
Knox County Career Center receives 5-star rating on 2025-26 report card
Knox County Career Center (KCCC) CTPD received a 5-star rating, which means KCCC significantly exceeds state standards.
Mount Vernon Holiday Market returns for 6 Saturdays this winter
The Mount Vernon Holiday Market returns in time for the holiday season.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Sept. 22
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports for calls on Sept. 22.
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