‘We have to solve it’: Local leaders look for solutions to child care challenges
Explore how Mansfield leaders say child care gaps strain families, workers and Ohio’s economy — and why communities must collaborate on solutions.
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Wallace continues assault on Danville record book
COLUMBUS — Football players from all over Ohio put up some amazing performances in the second week of the season. The Ohio Prep Sports Media Association compiles the best of…
Knox County community gathers to remember those lost to overdose
“25 years on. Still needed” was this year’s theme for International Overdose Awareness Day. Knox County joined in on the annual observance.
Centerburg farmland sells for $2.6 million in August property transfers
A Hilliar Township property, totaling 130 acres, sold for $2.6 million in August.
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Sept. 1 marks the beginning of Ohio’s fall hunting season
COLUMBUS – Ohio’s hunting seasons for squirrel, dove, Canada goose, and teal open in early September, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. White-tailed deer archery hunting season follows later in the month. Squirrel season is open from Tuesday, Sept. 1 until Sunday, Jan. 31, 2027. Squirrels are plentiful statewide,…
Danville FFA is a 2026-27 Grants for Growing recipient
Danville FFA recently received a $4,890 grant sponsored by the Tractor Supply Company. The club used the grant to update its Vo-Ag Shop equipment.
America 250-Ohio invites Ohioans to lace up for the 25-mile walking challenge
The challenge is a centerpiece of September’s statewide theme, “Ohio Plays: Sports & Wellness,” and is free and open to anyone who wants to participate.
Mount Vernon starts annual hydrant flushing Sept. 1
The Mount Vernon Fire Department will conduct annual hydrant flushing in the southern half of the city between Sept. 1 and Sept. 30.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Aug. 30
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports for Aug. 30.
Mount Vernon’s Panera Bread location to close Sept. 1
Twelve years after it opened, the Mount Vernon Panera Bread will close September 1 due to underperformance
Otters, sloths and zebras, oh my! Westmeister Farm brings exotic wildlife to Richland County
Shawn Westmeister had two demands for Lynn when they got married: he didn’t want to live out in the country, and he didn’t want animals.
Clearly, he loves his wife.
Fredericktown police reports Aug. 23 through Aug. 29
The Fredericktown Police Department responded to these calls Aug. 23 through Aug. 29.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Aug. 29
Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports for calls handled on Aug. 29.
2 years in the works: Total makeover projects new image for Mohican’s tourism corridor
With the completion of three ambitious projects, the campground and livery corridor between Mohican Adventures Fun Center and Route 97 has a whole new look and feel.
Elyria man pleads guilty to child sexual abuse-related charges
CLEVELAND – A 47-year-old man has pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of sending, receiving, and possessing Child Sexual Abuse Materials (CSAM). He also pleaded guilty to coercing a 13-year-old girl to meet him for the purpose of sexual exploitation, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern…
A Stroll Through the Garden: Peaches provide summer sunshine from a jar
Peach pies have been a weakness of mine for many years. A friend’s wife from church made the most incredible peach pies I’ve ever tasted. I’m sorry to say that she passed away several years ago. She made peach pies from the peach trees he had in their orchard. He…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Aug. 28
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports for calls handled on Aug. 28.
Newark comes from behind to spoil Mount Vernon’s home opener
MOUNT VERNON — Mount Vernon’s home opener had a promising beginning, but the Yellow Jackets couldn’t maintain an early edge and fell 34-14 to Newark. Coach Mark Weber’s squad enjoyed a 7-0 lead in the second quarter, but the Wildcats’ Jason Giblin pocketed a pick-six and the momentum turned. Newark…
Aug. 28: Mount Vernon-area high school football roundup
Newark pulls away from Mount Vernon Newark handed Mount Vernon a tough 34-14 loss on Aug. 28 at Mount Vernon High School Offense was nothing but a rumor in the first quarter, as neither squad scored. The Wildcats opened a narrow 14-7 gap over the Yellow Jackets at halftime. Newark…
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