Dr. of Thinkology degrees are no joke in Knox County
MOUNT VERNON – Superintendent Dr. Timm Mackley opened the Knox Educational Service Center’s 112th year on Wednesday by bestowing “Doctor of Thinkology” degrees on three more staff members. The awards…
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Confirmed measles case in Knox County
The case has completed its isolation period. The Ohio Department of Health is working with Knox Public Health (KPH) to follow up on potential exposures and promote opportunities for vaccination.…
Sons of the American Revolution honor 3 patriots at Wayne Baptist Cemetery
Members of SAR gathered at Wayne Baptist cemetery to honor three Revolutionary War patriots buried in Knox County.
16-year-old boy charged with stabbing murder of another 16-year-old in Springfield Township
The victim was identified as Elias Uzuoff, 16, according to the Richland County Coroner’s Office chief investigator Bob Ball.
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Woodward Opera House welcomes Civil War reenactor Fred Main to ‘Coffee Cup’
Main will share stories from his years of reenacting, including his experiences at Gettysburg and several historic locations throughout Ohio.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Aug. 9
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports for service calls on Aug. 9.
Mount Vernon police reports Aug. 5 to 9
MOUNT VERNON — The Mount Vernon Police Department issued the following reports for service calls from Aug. 5 to 9.
Renaissance Performing Arts Association announces virtual auditions for 2026-2027 season
MANSFIELD, OH — The Renaissance Performing Arts Association is now accepting virtual audition submissions for the remainder of its 2026–2027 Season. Performers from across the region are invited to audition for an exciting lineup of Broadway favorites, innovative new works, and a collaboration with the Mansfield Symphony Orchestra. Audition submissions…
ODNR honors Knox County’s Jennifer Windus with Cardinal Award
COLUMBUS — A Knox County woman was one of 13 people celebrated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources celebrated with a special ceremony at the Ohio State Fair for their achievements in conservation and protection of Ohio’s natural resources. Jennifer Windus, of Mount Vernon was one of seven people…
Danville Health Center open house celebrates National Health Center Week
Danville Health Center welcomed residents to speak with healthcare officials, learn more about the center’s partners and to tour the facility.
Woman’s quest to visit every Ohio state park began at Mohican
PERRYSVILLE — When Cyndi Griffith picked up a simple paper passport at Mohican State Park on Groundhog Day 2025, she had no idea it would spark a yearlong quest across Ohio. At the time, it was just a fun souvenir — something to tuck into a backpack and fill with…
Fredericktown police reports Aug. 2 through Aug. 8
The Fredericktown Police Department responded to these calls Aug. 2 through Aug. 8.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Aug. 8
Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on Aug. 8.
Bear with us: Mohican’s latest visitor probably isn’t planning to stay
One unexpected visitor has people checking trail cameras, Ring doorbells and hiking plans a little more closely.
Cremation scattering garden, developer tax incentives loom for Mount Vernon council
Council members will be asked to vote on legislation establishing a cremation scattering garden in Mound View Cemetery and tax incentives for a developer at their meeting Monday. All of the ordinances are up for a third reading.
Danville/Brinkhaven/Apple Valley law reports July 28 to Aug. 7
DANVILLE — Danville Police officers filed these reports from July 28 to Aug. 7. Courtesy of Chief Monte L. Vance these reports encompass calls from Danville, Apple Valley and Brinkhaven Township.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Aug. 7
Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on Aug. 1.
A Stroll Through the Garden: Violating seed-gathering principles can be dangerous
A while back, I got a strange call from a reader who has followed my column for a while. This person asked if I’d ever heard of Toxic Squash Syndrome. Apparently, they had food poisoning symptoms that lasted three or four days. I’ve had food poisoning myself, and for three…
Rinehart, Cronk, Scott honored as Mount Vernon’s 2026 Volunteers of the Year
Compassionate, leadership, mentor, giving and commitment are among the words Mayor Matt Starr used to describe the 2026 Mount Vernon Volunteers of the Year.
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