MVPD Arrests and Charges: Daniel Huffman, 29, of Mount Vernon was charged at 12:10 a.m. on Sunday for criminal mischief. Stephanie Kelley, 19, of Mount Vernon was charged at 5:35 a.m. on Sunday with possession and display of a hypodermic needle. She was cited also for several traffic infractions. Incidents:At 12:05 p.m. on Thursday, a […]
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Around Ohio: Flags flown at half staff in memory of former governor George Voinovich
COLUMBUS – Governor John Kasich has ordered that flags be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout the state of Ohio effective immediately until sunset, June 17, 2016, in honor of the life and service former Ohio senator, governor and Cleveland mayor George V. Voinovich. His order reads: “In honor of the […]
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JJ Project wins documentary award from Hollywood International
MOUNT VERNON – A documentary film made about a small local boy with big dreams has been recognized by the Hollywood International Indpendent Documentary Awards. “The JJ Project” was a joint effort by I-Conn Video Production, MTVarts, and many individuals to tell the story of JJ House as he directed a musical. JJ is a […]
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Commissioners get heads up about challenges with governor’s anti-poverty program
By Cheryl Splain, KnoxPages.com Reporter MOUNT VERNON — While Gov. John Kasich’s goal of moving Ohioans up and out of poverty by getting them back to work is not in dispute, the details of how that will be done may be challenging. Matthew Kurtz, director of Knox County Job & Family Services, told County Commissioners […]
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Democratic candidates Chapa and Russell hold fundraiser
MOUNT VERNON – On Friday, June 10th, supporters gathered at the home of Sam and Paula Barone to meet and invest in Mary Chapa, candidate for county commissioner, and John Russell, running for the 68th Ohio House District. Chapa, a psychiatric social worker, is interested in helping the community where she grew up and where […]
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DKMM drop-off program to continue despite Rumpke closing
By Cheryl Splain, KnoxPages.com Reporter MOUNT VERNON — The decision by Rumpke Waste & Recycling to close its Columbus Road facility and not renew an operating agreement with the Delaware-Knox-Marion-Morrow Solid Waste District should have little effect on the county’s drop-off program. “We have a contract with Rumpke for the recycling containers out in the […]
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Rumpke to close Columbus Road recycling center
By Cheryl Splain, KnoxPages.com Reporter MOUNT VERNON — Residents who utilize the recycling center on Columbus Road will soon have to find another way to dispose of their recyclables. Amanda Pratt, director of corporate communications for Rumpke Waste & Recycling, told KnoxPages.com that the company will close the facility in December. Pratt cited efficiency, safety, […]
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Free Tai Chi classes coming to Ariel Foundation Park
MOUNT VERNON – Free Tai Chi classes will be offered at Ariel-Foundation Park at 10:00 a.m. Monday and Wednesday mornings in July.   Tai Chi is a gentle martial art that originated in the 15th century. Today it is practiced as a graceful form of exercise. Tai chi involves a series of movements in a […]
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Governor Kasich signs medical marijuana bill into law
COLUMBUS – Governor John R. Kasich signed a medical marijuana bill as well as several other bills into law on Wednesday: H.B. 523 (Huffman) authorizes the use of marijuana for medical purposes and establishes the Medical Marijuana Control Program. H.B. 166 (Green) extends the deadline for filing an application for the homestead exemption or 2 […]
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Knox Addiction Conference: Recovery Matters set
MOUNT VERNON – The Knox Addiction Conference: Recovery Matters is hosted by the Knox Substance Abuse Action Team (KSAAT). This conference set for June 29 and 30 offers a number of different professional development tracks and opportunities for continuing education credits. The presentations are also open to the general public and will give information on […]