Free meals program, home-delivered, begins June 1 for Knox County children
MOUNT VERNON — The Summer Meal Home Delivery Program courtesy of the Mid-Ohio Food Collective will begin on June 1 in Knox County and run through Aug. 12. Children ages…
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Here’s your local foodie guide for Knox County
As summer returns to Knox County, the smells of funnel cakes, smoked meats, and kettle corn waft through the air. From food truck festivals to picnics in the park, warmer…
Knox County Transit facing imminent cuts due to funding shortfall
Knox County Transit had a near-record month despite significantly reduced staffing, but a shortfall in contract revenue is forcing the agency toward cutting Saturday service.
A Stroll Through the Garden: Is purslane weed food or decorative accent?
Over the years, I’ve shared countless springs and summers with purslane, the so-called weed. Maybe you’ve spotted it too — one of my clients had so many purslane plants, their…
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Knox County Sheriff’s reports May 20
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports for service calls on May 20.
Utica Ice Cream Festival prepares for 50th celebration Memorial Day Weekend
UTICA – The countdown is on for the 50th Anniversary of the Utica Ice Cream Festival, taking place Memorial Day weekend, May 23 to 25, in Utica. As one of Ohio’s most beloved family traditions celebrates its golden anniversary, festival organizers are inviting visitors from across the state to join in…
Centerburg shortstop caps career as Ohio’s single-season home run queen
CENTERBURG — Dinger, bomb, tater, jack. Homer, round-tripper, four-bagger, and big fly. “Going yard,” “going deep,” “leaving the yard,” or “touch ’em all.” Moon shot blast, long ball, four-base hit. Call them what you like, Centerburg senior Abby Herren had a bunch of them this season: 25 home runs to…
Commissioners limit access for Knox County compost facility
Excess capacity has led to the Knox County commissioners limiting access at the compost facility on Thayer Road.
Eight indicted in Ohio Medicaid fraud, nursing home theft cases
COLUMBUS — Indictments filed this month by the office of Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost accuse five Medicaid providers of stealing a combined $542,176 from the government health-care program for the needy. Three additional people face charges for allegedly stealing from nursing home residents. “Caregivers are meant to protect the…
280 vehicles stopped in Mount Vernon OVI checkpoint
MOUNT VERNON – The Mount Gilead Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, in conjunction with the Mount Vernon Police Department, Knox County Sheriff’s Office, and the Ohio Department of Transportation, conducted an OVI checkpoint on Friday, May 15. Troopers, officers, and deputies checked 280 vehicles during the checkpoint. Additionally,…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports May 19
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports at the end of their shifts on May 19.
Cooper-Risser announced as Food For the Hungry’s annual drive and community relations director
Food For the Hungry announced the selection of Tanner Cooper-Risser as the new annual drive and community relations director.
Keesee Jr. hearing gets testy after witness asked about grand jury information
MOUNT VERNON — A hearing in the case of Gary Thomas “Tom” Keesee Jr. on Tuesday focused on whether evidence from a grand jury was disclosed before it should have been. Additionally, defense attorney Samuel Shamansky questioned why law enforcement officials did not document phone calls with alleged victims. A…
Ohio Eastern Star Home announces retirement of CEO after 14 years
MOUNT VERNON — Ohio Eastern Star Home announces the retirement of CEO Michele Engelbach on July 3 following 14 years of dedicated leadership and service to the organization and the senior living community. During her tenure, Engelbach led the organization through significant growth, innovation, and transformation. Notable accomplishments include the…
A Stroll Through the Garden: Pecan trees can grow this far north
Maybe you’ve wondered about this too — how far north pecan trees can really thrive? In our area, we’re right at the edge of where pecan trees can grow, which makes every successful tree feel like a small victory. If you’ve ever tried growing plants at the edge of their…
Mount Vernon Community Band concert set for June 7
MOUNT VERNON — The Mount Vernon Community Band is once again heading to the beautiful Ariel Park for a summer performance. The band will be meeting at the Park National Bank Pavilion inside Ariel Park on June 7 at 4 p.m. and will be going on a musical journey through…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports May 18
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports for calls on May 18.
MVNU, Knox County Career Center partner to expand educational access
MOUNT VERNON — A new partnership between Mount Vernon Nazarene University and Knox County Career Center will forge a new path to a college degree for nearly 12,000 KCCC alumni, students, faculty and staff. MVNU and KCCC formalized a Gateway Partnership aimed at expanding access to higher education, strengthening workforce…
Turner selected Mount Vernon Arts Consortium Executive Director
MOUNT VERNON – The Mount Vernon Arts Consortium has announced the appointment of Samantha Turner as its new Executive Director. Turner brings to the Arts Consortium more than a decade of experience in event management, arts administration, education, and nonprofit operations. Most recently, she served as Assistant Director in Kenyon College’s…
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