MVPD MVPD Chief Roger Monroe has issued an alert regarding phone scams. Chief Monroe said, “We have recently had some phone scams in the city. These people pose as the IRS and try to solicit money by using the threat of jail or law suit. They request funds and try and get you to pay […]
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Former Mount Vernon Academy property sells for $1.6 million
By Cheryl Splain, KnoxPages.com Reporter MOUNT VERNON — Sixteen parcels belonging to the now-closed Mount Vernon Academy sold at auction on Wednesday, bringing in nearly $1.6 million. The auction started at 4 p.m.; by 5 p.m., the 16 parcels were on hold as independent parcels with bids totaling just over $1.4 million. When no bidder […]
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COTC and Capital University sign atriculation agreement
NEWARK – A new relationship between Central Ohio Technical College and Capital University will allow students to seamlessly transfer between both institutions. The presidents of the two institutions signed a Transfer Articulation Plan (TAP) this week outlining the partnership agreement guaranteeing admissions to Central Ohio Technical College students at Capital University in all programs except […]
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Knox County Grand Jury indicts 21 for felonies
MOUNT VERNON – The Knox County Grand Jury indicted 21 people for felonies on Monday. Knox County Prosecutor Chip McConville reported that this will bring the total number of indictments to 42 for the month of June. Abbie Hinger, 27, of Mount Vernon was indicted for two counts of Receiving Stolen Property, both fifth-degree […]
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Fredericktown resident helps Belgian connect with family of WWII soldier from Knox County
By Cheryl Splain, KnoxPages.com Reporter MOUNT VERNON — The desire of a Belgian citizen to connect with family members of a Knox County soldier killed in World War II and buried in Belgium has been fulfilled, thanks to Fredericktown resident Zane Neil Snyder. Earlier this month, Mayor Richard Mavis received a letter from Nathalie Tuncky, […]
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Around Ohio: Parade day in Cleveland to honor Cavaliers – NBA Champs
COLUMBUS – Ohio Governor John Kasich encourages all Ohioans to sport the Wine and Gold and celebrate the 2016 NBA Champion Cleveland Cavaliers today. A parade honoring the team is set for 11 a.m. through downtown Cleveland. The Cavs defeated the Golden State Warriors 4-3 in the NBA Finals, coming back to win after being […]
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Women United group organizes to advance common good in community
MOUNT VERNON – Knox County United Way is excited to announce a new affinity group, Women United! Women United is a group of passionate women who offer their time, talent and treasure to improve lives throughout Knox County. We exist to mobilize the power of women to advance the common good in our community. Women […]
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City trying new solution to goose problem at AF Park
By Cheryl Splain, KnoxPages.com Reporter MOUNT VERNON — Anyone visiting Ariel-Foundation Park is aware of the goose population there and the residue the geese leave behind. Mayor Richard Mavis said that a recent count by Dave Carpenter, superintendent of the city’s parks department, revealed that 245 geese make the park their home. The good news […]
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Charlie Daniels Band helps Ariel celebrate 50 years
MOUNT VERNON – Saturday, June 18, more than 2,200 Ariel Corporation employees, retirees and guests came beautifully and festively dressed to celebrate Ariel’s 50th anniversary in a spectacular 48,000 square foot tent set amidst the many attractions found at Ariel-Foundation Park. Including the restrooms, green rooms, bars, walkways and other tented areas, the tent ranks […]
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Local man reported missing since June 12
By Chase Strawser, KnoxPages.com Reporter MOUNT VERNON – William McKeever was reported missing on Tuesday, June 14, from the Yoakum Drive residence he shares with his wife, Kristin McKeever, in Mt. Vernon. According to a police report, Mrs. McKeever has not been in contact with her husband since Sunday, June 12 after an altercation prompting […]