Bite Club: Grilled Cheese Gangsters put fresh spin on comfort food
MOUNT VERNON – I have never given much thought to grilled cheese. Toasted white bread, melted American cheese, and a side of tomato soup for dipping. Simple and familiar, maybe even…
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Centerburg boys win Cowen Invitational track meet
Centerburg’s boys track and field team earned a first-place finish at the 2026 Cowen Invitational in Loudonville on Saturday.
Three Republicans vie for Ohio 5th District Court of Appeals seat
KNOX COUNTY — Three Republican candidates have filed to run for Ohio’s 5th District Court of Appeals, setting up a contest for the six-year judicial term. The position carries a…
Sentence complete: Convicted murderer John Boyle dies behind bars
CORRECTION: In the first version of this story the reported time of death was 7:52 a.m. That has been corrected to 7:57 a.m. Richland Source apologizes for the error. MANSFIELD…
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Knox County Sheriff’s reports April 17
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports at the end of their shifts on April 17.
Bocock, Bartok provide spark for Blue Devils in win over Ashland
ONTARIO — The Killer B’s delivered for Danville. Pitcher Addy Bocock recorded her 500th career strikeout and slugger Ruby Bartok belted a game-tying home run for her 100th career hit as the Blue Devils rallied for a 4-3 win over Ashland on opening night at the Mid-Ohio Spring Classic softball…
Say hello to Odin & Bella: Knox County Sheriff’s Office adds 2 new K-9s
Two deputies started training this week to work with Odin and Bella, the newest K9s to join the Knox County Sheriff’s Office.
MVNU presents 2026 Faith Days with the Columbus Clippers
MOUNT VERNON — Looking for a great night out this summer? Mount Vernon Nazarene University invites you to Faith Days at Huntington Park — a series of special evenings with the Columbus Clippers where MVNU fans of all backgrounds can come together for fun, community, and good company. Faith Days are…
A Stroll Through Our Mohican Garden: Asparagus boys and girls are close to harvest
One of the cherished dishes in my family that grandma made for me was creamed asparagus over toast. This time of year, after she would have found some asparagus at one of the roadside stands, she would tell me that she would make some for me. I have loved asparagus…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports April 16
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports at the end of their shifts on April 16.
Knox County GOP chairman joins calls for Leneghan’s resignation
GOP leaders urge Melanie Leneghan to resign after controversial comments, but she refuses. More about her response and the ongoing dispute.
Mount Vernon High School recognizes students for academic achievement
MOUNT VERNON — Mount Vernon High School has announced the list of students who earned Honor Roll, Merit Roll and Achievement Roll status in the third grading period. Freshmen HONOR ROLL Allyson Brooks, Lillian Buckwalter, Anastasia Camillus, Emma Clutter, Oliver Crowthers, Carlie Culbertson, Molly Emig, Leilah Escalante, Kinsley Firebaugh, Katie…
Bladensburg Community Center hosts annual alumni banquet on May 9
BLADENSBURG — The refurbished old Bladensburg Elementary School, 25821 New Guilford Road, is now the home of the Bladensburg Community Center. The facility will be hosting the annual Alumni Banquet on May 9 at 5 p.m. Everyone who attended the school, or friends or family of those who attended, or…
Kokosing Valley Arts Alliance and Knox CVB announce ‘Art at the Park’ competition
 Art at the Park, a community art competition and exhibition will take place at the CA&C Visitor Center July 10-Aug. 14.
Kenyon College Earth Day festival set for April 18
Kenyon College will help the community celebrate Earth Day with a free festival on Saturday at the Brown Family Environmental Center.
Knox County Children Services sees success, despite soaring costs
Children’s services caseworkers celebrate success at Knox County Job & Family Services, although the stories sometimes take a back seat to skyrocketing costs and substance abuse.
Project: Ripple Effect highlights the importance of water quality in Ohio
COLUMBUS – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) and the Center of Science and Industry (COSI) recently celebrated the opening of a new exhibit that explores the importance and significance of water quality across Ohio. Project: Ripple Effect is a collaborative exhibit between COSI and ODNR and is filled…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports April 15
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports at the end of their shifts on April 15.
Mount Vernon’s Lucy Rush runs, runs, runs to success ‘as a child of God’
EDITOR’S NOTE: Viktoria Arnett of Fredericktown was recently selected the Knox Educational Service Center’s 2026 Franklin B. Walter All-Scholastic Award recipient. The ESC is profiling the other outstanding seniors nominated for the award by their respective districts. MOUNT VERNON – How many high school seniors do you know who rank…
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