The last visit of Indians took place near Bladensburg around 1839
BLADENSBURG — One of what must be the last recorded encounters with American Indians in this area is buried in a little-known account about the Wakatomika Creek valley, compiled in…
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Englefield Oil proposes major overhaul of Coshocton Avenue fuel station
Englefield Oil’s redesign removes an existing curb cut, shifts pumps away from Coshocton Avenue and upgrades screening along the residential property line.
New information, photos released in probe of planned White House attack by Danville man
EDITOR’S NOTE: An earlier version of this story stated that Tycen Proper was enrolled at Mount Vernon Nazarene University (College on the report). The Knox County Sheriff’s Office stated that…
Centerburg man indicted for sexual charges in connection with a minor
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Developer renews bid for affordable apartments in Mount Vernon
MOUNT VERNON — A proposed workforce housing development at 800 N. Sandusky St. in Clinton Township is back on the table. St. Mary Development Corp., in partnership with Pivotal Housing Partners, is reapplying to the Ohio Housing Finance Agency to develop North of Vernon, a 134-unit workforce housing complex. Wes…
Knox cattle dam repair running ahead of schedule
After seven years and numerous meetings, repairs to the Knox Cattle Company dam on Yauger Road are underway.
Knox County man charged in planned attack at White House event waives detention hearing
The 19-year-old Knox County man charged with federal crimes for an alleged planned attack on a White House lawn event waived his right to a detention hearing.
Ohio AG counters DeWine’s call to end capital punishment in the state
COLUMBUS — Attorney General Andy Wilson issued the following statement regarding capital punishment in Ohio: “I understand that the Governor issued a statement indicating his opposition to the death penalty. The governor is a religious man who cares deeply about the sanctity of life. His opinion reflects his lifetime of…
Mount Vernon tackles storm cleanup, utility projects, new bell circle
Crews worked through the night of June 6 to open blocked streets. The last closures, including a portion of West High Street where downed power lines posed hazards, were cleared the following day.
Attorney General announces settlement in OhioHealth antitrust case
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Attorney General’s Office and U.S. Department of Justice have reached a proposed settlement with OhioHealth to stop the healthcare system from enforcing contract terms that limit how insurers can help patients find lower-cost care. “Healthcare works best when patients have clear choices and honest information,” said…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports June 16
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on June 16.
Mount Vernon planning commission okays Pleasant Street cultural arts center
MOUNT VERNON — The Mount Vernon Municipal Planning Commission unanimously approved a conditional use permit recently that clears the way for a mixed-use creative arts space in a private residence. Nicole Miller uses her 1860s historic home at 105 W. Pleasant St. primarily for her photography work. She also hosts…
OhioHealth reaches agreement with DOJ and Ohio AG
COLUMBUS – OhioHealth has reached an agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice and the Ohio Attorney General to end litigation over language in certain managed care contracts. OhioHealth does not admit any wrongdoing in the agreement, and maintains their contracting practices were and are lawful and appropriate. OhioHealth will…
Arrest of 19-year-old Danville man may have helped foil planned attack on UFC Freedom 250
The arrest of a 19-year-old Danville man may have helped foil a multi-state plan to attack the UFC Freedom 250 event.
DeChant resigns as EMA director, joins Fredericktown PD as future police chief
Director DeChant leaves Knox County’s EMA to join Fredericktown Police Department as future chief,
Batten down the hatches, high wind & wet weather could be headed our way
MANSFIELD — The mostly beautiful stretch of weather we’ve enjoyed for the past week or so could be coming to a windy, rainy end this evening. Multiple rounds of strong to severe thunderstorms are possible across the region from 4 to 10 p.m. on Tuesday, according to information provided by…
Prince’s mission work at Mount Vernon’s Gay Street UMC honored with Legacy of Love award
MOUNT VERNON — Chantel Corrie, executive director of Midwest Mission, presented the Legacy of Love Award in Honor of the late Beth Prince at Gay Street United Methodist Church on June 12. “For 12 years, Beth faithfully served alongside Midwest Mission. She took 12 mission trips, gave generously of her…
Change is coming to TouchPointe Community Resources in Knox County
MOUNT VERNON — The Board of Directors announces that Program Director Jessica Reynolds will leave TouchPointe Community Resources as of June 30. “We are grateful for Jessica’s many years of faithful service and wish her well in all future endeavors,” Board Member Diana Wetzel said. Although this means change for…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports June 15
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on June 15.
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