World War II, Korean & Vietnam war memorials on display Aug. 6 to 9 in Ashland
The three memorials will be escorted from the Ohio State Reformatory, 100 Reformatory Road in Mansfield, to Ashland on Aug. 6.
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Ohio State recruit Jamier Brown leaves Big Walnut in return to Huber Heights Wayne
Ohio State commit Jamier Brown has left Big Walnut and returned to Huber Heights Wayne as his football eligibility remains unclear. Read more.
Police chief sees dream become reality as Mount Vernon breaks ground for new station
Morgan said the 36,858-square-foot building provides room to grow as the city grows. It also enhances the department’s focus on training and community engagement.
Open Source: Why did the Knox County Land Bank buy lots on Columbus Road when it’s considered a flood zone?
The project started in January 2024 when the Foundation Park Conservancy donated 15 lots to the Land Bank. Twelve of the lots were buildable.
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Knox County Sheriff’s reports Aug. 3
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on Aug. 3.
Food For The Hungry grant saves pantry equipment at Church on the Rise
MOUNT VERNON — It was one of those hot July Saturday mornings when Austin Swallow, Board President of Food For The Hungry (FFTH), arrived at Church on the Rise to find a hub of community activity. Tanner Cooper-Risser, FFTH’s Annual Drive and Community Relations Director, had arrived earlier to tour…
A Stroll Through the Garden: Can chicory be a coffee substitute?
Have you been driving along the road lately and noticed a blue flower that just seems to grow up through the gravel? Personally, I find this small flower attractive, and I think you will find my research interesting. A friend from church asked me about this flower and wondered about…
15 sentenced in Knox County Common Pleas Court in July
The Knox County Common Pleas Court sentenced 15 people in July.
Columbus YouTube celebrities ‘Creek Kings Outdoors’ plead guilty to poaching charges
COLUMBUS – An Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife poaching investigation, conducted in collaboration with Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks, resulted in a combined 40 guilty pleas from William I. Bethel, 28, of Columbus and Justin A. Booth, 23, of Columbus. The two central Ohio men…
Local praise and worship bands showcased at Aug. 23 Praisestock
Praisestock 2026 marks the 21st anniversary of Praisestock. It started initially as a community event at Owl Creek Baptist Church with local musicians and bands performing on a stage set up on the church lawn.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Aug. 2
MOUNT VERNON —Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports for calls on Aug. 2.
Knox County Agricultural Museum preserves farming history while inspiring next generation
What started as a small tent display has grown into a museum filled with thousands of artifacts preserving Knox County’s agricultural heritage.
2026 Knox County Fair: Arts & Crafts
From quilts and culinary to woodworking and photography, exhibitors showcased their creativity throughout the Knox County Fair.
Mount Vernon police reports July 29 to Aug. 1
MOUNT VERNON — The Mount Vernon Police Department issued the following reports for service calls from July 29 to Aug. 1.
Mount Vernon softball coach’s cancer diagnosis inspires his team to fight
MOUNT VERNON — Looking at Mount Vernon High School girls’ softball coach Ryan Pentz or hearing his rich baritone voice booming across Legacy Field would not reveal a problem. His cancer isn’t overt to the naked eye. “The lung cancer I have is very small, slow growing and has not…
2026 Knox County Fair: Equine results July 26 to 30
MOUNT VERNON — The horse arena is one of the busiest areas on the Knox County Fairgrounds. Fair week features a variety of equine shows, including dressage, English pleasure, Western contesting, and draft horse and pony. Below are the results for Saturday through Thursday. (For photos, click here.) (For photos,…
2026 Knox County Fair: July 30 & Aug. 1 results
Goat, poultry, llamas and alpacas highlighted Thursday and Saturday shows at the Knox County Fair.
Here them roar: Women’s mountain bike skills camp a success at Camp Nuhop
The skills camp at Camp Nuhop included meals, lodging and coaching clinics — led by Rhea, Jen Malik and Ashley Hendershot.
Fredericktown police reports July 26 to Aug. 1
The Fredericktown Police Department responded to these calls July 26 to Aug. 1.
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