New process for distributing cards among 13 changes in high school soccer rules
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was originally published at the Ohio High School Athletic Association website. COLUMBUS — —Several rules updates were approved in high school soccer for next school year,…
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Washington Forum returns with third installment March 31
MOUNT VERNON – The third installment of the Washington Forum will take place on Tuesday, March 31 at 6 p.m. at The Gathering Place, 425 S. Edgewood Road, Mount Vernon.…
Power siting board denies construction of solar energy project in Morrow County
COLUMBUS – The Ohio Power Siting Board (OPSB) Thursday denied Crossroads Solar I, LLC’s proposal to construct a 94 megawatt solar-powered electric generation facility in Morrow County. Crossroads Solar proposed…
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Windstorm damages Curtis Building in Mount Vernon
The structure at 10-16 N. Main St. in Mount Vernon, commonly known as the Curtis Building, experienced significant damage during the windstorm that blew through Mount Vernon on March 13.
Garfield Heights senior Marcus Johnson repeats as Ohio Mr. Basketball
COLUMBUS – Senior Marcus Johnson of Garfield Heights High School was named 2026 Ohio Mr. Basketball on Thursday by the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association, becoming the seventh player to earn the award twice since it was first handed out in 1988. Marcus won the award last year as a junior,…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports March 18
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports for calls on March 18.
Mount Vernon Municipal Minute: The winds rolled in, the trees came down
The high winds that rolled in on Friday created “all kinds of destruction,” with multiple reports of downed trees and power lines.
Celebrities take on Knox County Special Olympians at MVNU Friday night
MOUNT VERNON — Anyone looking to fill their Friday evening with a SPECIAL EVENT need look no further than the Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Ariel Arena at 6 p.m. “We are excited about this special event, the Knox County Special Olympics basketball team (the Eagles) challenging local celebrities,” said Talisha Beha, Knox…
Knox County Convention & Visitors Bureau unveils 2026-27 official adventure guide
MOUNT VERNON — The Knox County Convention & Visitors Bureau (KCCVB) announces the launch of the 2026-2027 Official Adventure Guide. Produced in collaboration with Great Lakes Publishing, this new biennial magazine serves as the definitive resource for visitors looking to explore the scenic landscapes, historic charm, and vibrant local culture of…
New Heart of Ohio playground to open at Memorial Park in Centerburg
MOUNT VERNON — The Knox County Foundation is proud to celebrate the opening of the new Heart of Ohio Playground at Memorial Park in Centerburg. The playground is made possible through community support and funding raised through the Friends of Memorial Park Fund at the foundation. A public ribbon-cutting ceremony…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports March 17
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports on March 17.
Knox County Career Center students qualify for state conference
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Career Center students competed in the SkillsUSA Central Region competition held at Career and Technology Education Centers of Licking County (C-TEC) on March 13. Gavin Domka, a junior in Metal Fabrication and Welding, placed first in the Welding competition. Brandyn Thomas, a junior in Health…
Changing times: Breaking down Knox County’s recent census data
“I’m going through changes, I’m going through changes,” Black Sabbath’s Ozzy Osbourne sings in “Changes.” MOUNT VERNON — Knox County is going through some changes just like the late singer Ozzy Osbourne was back in 1972. At least the United States Census Bureau says so. The federal agency released its…
Husted recognizes memory of 3 Ohio servicemen killed after crash in Iraq
WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) delivered a speech Tuesday on the Senate floor recognizing the service and sacrifice Capt. Seth Koval, Capt. Curtis Angst and Major Sgt. Tyler Simmons who lost their lives in a KC-135 crash in Iraq on March 12, 2026. The three servicemembers were serving with the…
Philander Chase Conservancy, Kokosing Nature Preserve move to new location
GAMBIER — Woollam House and the business offices for Philander Chase Conservancy and Kokosing Nature Preserve have moved. The conservancy is now located at 101 College Park Street (in the building formerly named Horwitz House). Parking is available in front of the building on College Park Street in the horseshoe…
Developer modifies preliminary plans for Centerburg subdivision
Based on residents’ feedback, the developer for a Johnsville Road subdivision reduced the density during preliminary discussions.
Praisestock 2026 returns to Schnormeier Event Center
MOUNT VERNON — Area residents are invited to join as one community to praise God and share His message as Praisestock returns to Ariel-Foundation Park’s Schnormeier Event Center on Sunday, Aug. 23. The park is located at 10 Pittsburgh Ave., just south of downtown Mount Vernon. The event date has…
MVNU inducts 25 into Alpha Chi
MOUNT VERNON — Mount Vernon Nazarene University is proud to announce the induction of 25 students into the Ohio Delta chapter of the Alpha Chi National Honor Society for the 2025-2026 academic year. Alpha Chi is a prestigious academic honor society that recognizes the top 10 percent of juniors and…
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