Spring Clean-Up Day slated for May 9 at Schnormeier Events Center
MOUNT VERNON – The City of Mount Vernon has announced the details for this year’s Spring Clean-up Day. As with last year’s day, the 2026 event will again take place…
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This was the scene in Knox County for the 1876 centennial
It’s fascinating to compare life in the earlier days of this county to our lives now. Sometimes it is strangely different (as the old saying goes, “the past is a…
Schnormeier Gardens celebrates 30 years
GAMBIER — Schnormeier Gardens are located in the gentle rolling hills of central Ohio. Ann and Ted Schnormeier began building the gardens in 1996. Over the years they have grown…
Wanted man arrested Friday in Mount Vernon in connection with Licking County shooting
MOUNT VERNON — A man was arrested Friday afternoon who was sought in connection with an April 25 shooting in Licking County, according to a press release from Mount Vernon…
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Pulmonology services return to Knox Community Hospital
MOUNT VERNON — Knox Community Hospital welcomes Emad Kowatli, M.D., as the Department of Specialty Care brings pulmonology back to the community. Kowatli started his education at Wright State University, where he also did his residency in internal medicine. His three fellowships include critical care at the Chicago Medical School/Cook…
Director at Kenyon’s The Gund takes on role at Tate Modern
GAMBIER— Daisy Desrosiers had been appointed the Britton Family Curator-at-Large, North America, at Tate Modern after five years of leadership at The Gund. The Gund is Kenyon’s nationally accredited, world-class contemporary art museum. The position is effective June 1. She will remain actively engaged with The Gund and the college,…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports April 30
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on April 30.
April property transfers include 204-acre farm selling for $3M
MOUNT VERNON — A 204-acre farm selling for $3 million was among the property transfers in April. Below are other property transfers April 1 through April 29. Berlin Township 12700 Hilltop Dr; Richard & Susan Hayward to Rachel G Tomlinson & Rosemary T McGuckin; $416,000. Residential vacant land, 3 parcels,…
Mount Vernon police capture juveniles after they flee dental appointment, allegedly shoplift at Walmart
Mount Vernon police captured two juveniles who ran away from authorities after arriving at a dental appointment this morning.
A Stroll Through the Garden: Morel mushrooms are almost here
A friend of mine from church is an expert morel mushroom hunter. The temperatures have been going up and down, but I do remember 73 as a high last week, so we started our annual talk about looking for morels. My friend has shared a number of morels with me…
Knox County Landmarks Foundation offers grants to help spruce up homes on West High Street
Property owners in the 700 to 900 blocks of West High Street can get some help sprucing up their homes through the Knox County Landmarks Foundation.
Stevens, Brenner face off in May primary for Ohio’s 61st House seat
Term-limited State Senator Andrew Brenner and businessman Shawn Stevens are vying in the May primary to represent the Republican Party in Ohio House District 61.
‘Bottoms up Diaper Drive’ returns to Knox County
Families across Knox County will benefit from the annual “Bottoms Up Diaper Drive” taking place throughout the month of May.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports April 29
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports at the end of their shifts on April 29.
Olive and Oak Company announces boutique expansion in Fredericktown
FREDERICKTOWN — Olive and Oak Company will expand beyond Mansfield and open a permanent retail space inside The Shoppe on Main at 167 N. Main St., on May 1. The expansion brings boutique-style fashion to a new community just ahead of Mother’s Day. “It’s the perfect opportunity for people to…
Mount Vernon halts sale of Sychar Road building
City council members pulled a resolution to sell property after administration officials decided to explore it for the city’s use.
Want to ensure a successful side hustle? Knox County Technical Center can help
Starting a side hustle is a good way to make extra income and pursue your passion. And it sounds easy enough to do.
Knox Public Health joins Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s network
An affiliation with Nationwide Children’s Hospital will improve Knox County’s access to pediatric care.
METRICH: Drug Take Back event nets nearly 138 pounds of prescription drugs in Knox County
MOUNT VERNON — The METRICH region collected over 1,385 pounds of unused or expired prescription/ medication during its recent Drug Take Back event that encompassed a 10-county region. In Knox County, nearly 138 pounds was collected by three agencies, including Fredericktown Police Department (29.5 pounds), Mount Vernon Police Department (84.4…
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