Party like it’s 1776 at July First Friday
MOUNT VERNON — Raise the colors, gather your fellow patriots, and make haste to downtown Mount Vernon for the July First Friday. Party Like It’s 1776, a patriotic community celebration,…
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A Stroll Through the Garden: Iris is the goddess of the rainbow
A few years ago, I got an e-mail from reader who was frustrated that their irises just wouldn’t bloom. If you’ve ever looked at your own garden and wondered what…
Knox County academic aided Abe Lincoln in duel, was fixture in Confederate cabinet during Civil War
MOUNT VERNON — It’s interesting to see how the prevailing philosophies of institutions take shape. Knox County’s Kenyon College became a notable outpost for anti-slavery progressive movements in the years…
Mount Vernon to dedicate bell circle honoring military families July 2 at American Heritage Park
MOUNT VERNON — The City of Mount Vernon invites residents and visitors to celebrate the dedication of the new “Let Freedom Ring Blue Star Family Bell Circle” at American Heritage…
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‘Meet Me in the Garden’ backyard native plants tour draws 24 local gardeners
APPLE VALLEY — A group of about 24 local gardeners met recently for a tour of the native plant and perennial gardens at Terri and Jim Heironimus’ home in Apple Valley. The tour was part of the Local Food Council’s monthly Meet Me in the Garden learning series. The topic…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports June 25
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports at the end of their shifts on June 25.
Sunbury residents still seek answers after data center meeting on water and electricity
Sunbury residents hear data center water and power concerns, from Del-Co challenges to possible bill impacts. Read what officials said.
Knox County Sheriff updates commissioners on inmate count, staffing and jail upgrades
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff Daniel Weckesser briefed the county commissioners Thursday on current jail operations, reporting 79 inmates — 15 women and 64 men — as of June 24. Staffing continues to improve, with three jail and four patrol applicants in the pipeline. If all four patrol applicants…
Six players from Mount Vernon and Danville combine for softball tourney title
MOUNT VERNON — Six girls from Knox County joined forces on Tuesday, lifting the Central Ohio District girls softball team to a 5-0 championship held at Pickerington Central High School. Officially called the Underclassman Tournament, the event was an All-Star tournament open to players who have not yet reached their…
New-look Mansfield Speedway welcomes sprint cars to town
UPDATE: Friday’s Summer Sprint Car Opener has been canceled because of impending weather. Saturday’s races will go on as scheduled. Gates will open for early access at 3 p.m. with gates opening for walk-up customers at 4 p.m. There will be a driver autograph and meet-and-greet from 3:30 p.m. to…
DeWine criticizes U.S. Supreme Court decision ending TPS for thousands of Haitian migrants
The high court’s 6-3 ruling cleared the way for the Trump administration to cancel or allow the expiration of the humanitarian program.
Washington Forum to explore smart growth and protection of Ohio’s critical resources
MOUNT VERNON — The sixth installment of The Washington Forum is scheduled for June 30 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The Gathering Place, located at 425 S. Edgewood Road in Mount Vernon. The event is free and open to the public and will focus on “Smart Growth: Protecting…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports June 24
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on June 24.
Mount Vernon releases free family movie night schedule
MOUNT VERNON — Grab your blankets, pack up your lawn chairs, and gather your loved ones. The City of Mount Vernon announces the return of its Free Family Movie Night series. Spanning from early summer through late autumn, this five-movie lineup offers local residents and visitors an opportunity for free,…
Water you waiting for? Dive into stream science and protect Mohican, one of Ohio’s most treasured rivers
ASHLAND — If you’ve ever wondered what’s happening beneath the surface of your local creek — or why the health of our streams matters to everyone from anglers and paddlers to local businesses — Ashland Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) has an invitation for you: Grab a pair of…
Ohio State helps farmers manage one of spring’s hidden crop pests: slugs
COLUMBUS — By the time many farmers realize slugs are in their fields, the damage has often already happened. The first clues are easy to miss: irregular holes in young leaves, ragged feeding damage and thin, silvery trails across newly emerged plants. By daylight, the slugs are usually gone, hidden…
Mount Vernon 11u Orange Sox baseball team places sixth in Columbus tournament
MOUNT VERNON — The Mount Vernon Orange Sox 11u team brought home a sixth-place finish at a Columbus tournament last week. The Ohio State Championship tournament at Lou Berliner Sports Park in Columbus is the largest state tournament in the United States. The Mount Vernon Orange Sox competed with 48…
New Ohio law forces closed session before Mount Vernon approves development plans
MOUNT VERNON — Mount Vernon City Council members passed three pieces of legislation this week relating to a proposed subdivision on Vernonview Drive. But residents weren’t privy to the council’s discussion prior to passage, thanks to a House Bill that became effective in March. A provision in Ohio House Bill…
What makes Ashland BalloonFest fly? A year of planning and a love for balloons
A large team of volunteers will again make the Ashland BalloonFest happen June 25-28.
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