Birds of a Feather: Loudonville grad Lemke looking to re-establish Redbirds
LOUDONVILLE — New Loudonville football coach Keith Lemke hopes a few trips down the Mohican River will lead to more wins along the banks of the Black Fork. The 2012…
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Check out the June property transfers
MOUNT VERNON — The following properties changed hands between June 1 and June 30. Berlin Township 17597 Spillway Rd & other residential structures; Brandy N Parker & Benjamin J Nauman…
Unexpected visitor: Bellville residents report multiple black bear sightings
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources received a record-breaking 537 sightings across 69 counties in 2025.
Former Mount Vernon News building reopens as hub for entrepreneurs, students & community
Filkins said the revitalized building is an example of the land bank’s mission of taking vacant, abandoned, and underutilized properties and working with partners to return them to productive use…
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Party like it’s 1776 at July First Friday
MOUNT VERNON — Raise the colors, gather your fellow patriots, and make haste to downtown Mount Vernon for the July First Friday. Party Like It’s 1776, a patriotic community celebration, will take place on Friday, July 3, from 6 to 9 p.m. This free, family-friendly event will transform downtown into…
Mount Vernon police reports June 24-28
MOUNT VERNON — The Mount Vernon Police Department issued the following reports for service calls between June 24 and June 28.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports June 28
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on Sunday, June 28.
Lashley Training Center to open new facility in Fredericktown
The Lashley Training Center will open a new facility in Fredericktown this August, offering a 24/7 gym and martial arts classes.
Good news: Summer has arrived in north central Ohio. Bad news: It brought a flamethrower
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Ariel-Foundation Park set for free July 4th concert and fireworks
Highwaymen Show Tribute to headline Independence Day celebration as part of America-250 MOUNT VERNON – Ariel-Foundation Park will host Mount Vernon’s annual Independence Day celebration on Saturday, July 4. The event features a free evening of live music, food vendors, family fun, and the city’s fireworks display. The event is part…
Danville police reports June 16 to June 24
The Danville Police Department responded to these calls between June 16 and June 24.
Fredericktown police reports June 21 to June 27
The Fredericktown Police Department responded to these calls June 21 through June 27.
Knox County Sheriff’s reports June 27
Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a variety of calls on June 27
Mount Vernon Civil Air Patrol becomes Peter Hayden Chapman Composite Squadron
Ohio Wing Commander Col. David Dlugiewicz presented the new squadron charter to the unit commander, Chief Master Sgt. Craig Cox.
New aviation education center takes flight at Knox County Regional Airport
The ceremony attracted state and local officials, educators, students, veterans’ groups and community donors to celebrate a project that leaders described as far more than a building.
A Stroll Through the Garden: Iris is the goddess of the rainbow
A few years ago, I got an e-mail from reader who was frustrated that their irises just wouldn’t bloom. If you’ve ever looked at your own garden and wondered what went wrong, you’re not alone — I’ve been there too. Irises have been a part of my family’s flower beds…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports June 26
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a variety of calls on June 26.
Mount Vernon to dedicate bell circle honoring military families July 2 at American Heritage Park
MOUNT VERNON — The City of Mount Vernon invites residents and visitors to celebrate the dedication of the new “Let Freedom Ring Blue Star Family Bell Circle” at American Heritage Park on Thursday, July 2, at 10 a.m. The event is free and open to the public, and features remarks…
Check out north central Ohio’s best sites for National Camping Month
June is National Camping Month, and there are no shortage of options in north central Ohio for those looking to enjoy the Great Outdoors. That means this is the perfect time to pack up the s’mores, grab the sleeping bags, and spend a night under the Ohio skies. From lakeside…
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