Relatives of accuser testify Gary Keesee Jr. admitted to sexual assault
Emotional and barely able to speak at times, victim 4 spoke about assaults that allegedly occurred in the basement and barn at Keesee’s Sharp Road home. She does not know…
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Daylight is getting sparse and the leaves are changing colors — sure signs Halloween is creeping closer. For those looking to trade pumpkin patches and hayrides for dark hallways, haunted…
Prosecution expert says alleged victims’ accounts in Keesee case were ‘compelling, specific and detailed’
The former media officer at Faith Life Church is accused of 32 counts of sexual assault, including 13 counts of rape.
New walk-in clinic brings more affordable health care to Centerburg
The center will treat conditions such as sinusitis, skin rashes and urinary tract infections, among others. Other services include immunizations, sports physicals and personal, supervised weight loss programs.
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Clear Fork announces 2026 Homecoming Court
BELLVILLE — Clear Fork High School has announced its 2026 Homecoming Court. Congratulations to the following students: Freshmen attendants: Brinley O’Brien and Koen McGhee. Sophomore attendants: Katie Beck and Jackson Brubaker. Junior attendants: Kendall Baughman and Jaxon Oswalt. Senior attendants: Layla Daugherty, Mariah Hatfield, Ava Roberts, Nash Evans, Tristin Thornton…
First victim testifies in trial of church leader accused of abusing four minors
Keesee, a former church leader, is accused of 32 counts of sexual assault, including 13 counts of rape. All four victims were minors with ages ranging from 5 to 15.
Mount Vernon treasurer says investment interest will help offset police station loan costs
City Treasurer David Stuller told City Council on Monday that interest earned on borrowed police station money will cover about half of the city’s $1.2 million note payment.
East Knox FFA finishes 4th in agricultural soils contests
HOWARD — The East Knox FFA chapter recently sent members out to the Knox County Soils judging competition. Students had the opportunity to compete in either the Ag Soils or Urban Soils Career Development event. Students participating in the Urban Soils Career Development Event must have an understanding of soils for…
East Knox FFA members attend Farm Science Review
HOWARD — A number of East Knox FFA members recently traveled to the Molly Caren Agricultural Center (MCAC) near London to attend the Farm Science Review. The center attracts upwards of 140,000 visitors from all over the United States and Canada, who come for three days to peruse 4,000 product…
Delaware woman indicted in theft from food pantry
DELAWARE — A former co-director of a Delaware food pantry has been indicted for allegedly stealing at least $37,500 from the organization and its donors, including elderly Ohioans, Attorney General Andy Wilson announced on Wednesday afternoon. Kathryn Whiting, 62, of Delaware, faces felony charges of theft from a person in…
We Lov Pets celebrates 20 years of community service in Mount Vernon
We Lov Pets invites the community to come together for it’s 20th anniversary celebration on October 2.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Sept. 29
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports for Sept. 29.
Ohio’s minimum wage will increase by 3.5 percent in 2027
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Industrial Compliance’s Bureau of Wage and Hour Administration announces that Ohio’s minimum wage will officially increase on Jan. 1, 2027. The adjusted amounts, $11.40 per hour for non-tipped employees and $5.70 per hour for tipped employees, represents a 3.5-percent increase from…
20,000 coats and counting: Kiwanis launches 2026 Coats for Kids Drive
Collection boxes will be placed at over 30 partner locations throughout Knox County, making it easy for residents, businesses, schools, and organizations to participate.
Woodberry Glen residents challenge stormwater fee for Knox cattle dam
Walter Seward, president of the Woodberry Glen Condominiums Unit owners Association, told Mount Vernon City Council members the entire city should share the cost of the maintenance fees for the Knox Cattle Co. dam.
Knox County CAP unit receives program awards
MOUNT VERNON — The Capt. Peter Chapman II Composite Squadron, Civil Air Patrol, has received two prestigious annual awards from the Civil Air Patrol National Headquarters, Maxwell AFB, Alabama. The Aerospace Education Excellence Award (AEX) is an activity-based program that recognizes those CAP units that actively engage their cadets in…
Ohio EPA awards Danville $75,000 grant
The state is investing more than $1 million to help Ohio communities reduce chloride pollution caused by road salter entering waterways.
Clear Fork takes over top spot in regional football ratings
MANSFIELD — The Colts are in the catbird seat. Clear Fork took over the top spot in Region 14 of Division IV when the Ohio High School Athletic Association released its second of six weekly football ratings Tuesday. The top 12 teams in each of the 28 regions across seven…
Danville police reports Sept. 20 to 26
DANVILLE — The Danville Police Department responded to these calls between Sept. 20 and 26. Chief Monte L. Vance provided these reports from Danville and Brinkhaven Townships.
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