A Stroll Through the Garden: Watch for the elves in the Sycamores
A few years ago, a reader told me about a big Sycamore near Buckhannon, West Virginia, which he called the Pringle tree. I spoke with him about it two weekends…
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Animal advocates call out Ohio’s dog breeding rules at Ashland protest
ASHLAND — Animal advocates stood outside Ashland Municipal Court Tuesday to call for stronger oversight of Ohio’s dog breeders and better enforcement of animal welfare laws. Members of B.A.R.K. for…
Ruckman resigns from Mount Vernon City Council
Ruckman thanked his family for their support, city administration officials and employees, and Second Ward residents for their support and trust.
Pursel, Rogers vie for Knox County commissioner seat in Nov. 3 election
Pursel has served as commissioner for eight years. Rogers is a career center graduate whose passion is workforce housing.
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Mount Vernon standout Landon Dawson’s 4 TDs highlight Ohio prep football notebook
COLUMBUS — Week Eight of the Ohio High School football regular season produced another round of outstanding performances. -Mount Vernon and Zanesville combined for 44 points in the fourth quarter in the Blue Devils’ 38-35 Licking County League win. Mount Vernon’s Landon Dawson rushed for two touchdowns and caught a…
Ohio businesses reminded to submit annual unclaimed funds report ahead of Nov. 1 deadline
COLUMBUS – The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Unclaimed Funds is reminding Ohio business owners to submit their annual unclaimed funds reports this fall. All businesses that are located in, operate within, or hold funds owed to Ohio residents are required by law to submit their annual reports to…
OHSAA releases Oct. 13 football computer ratings
COLUMBUS – The Ohio High School Athletic Association released the official football computer ratings on Tuesday afternoon. The weekly ratings report is released each Tuesday for the remainder of the season, leading up to the final report on Sunday, Oct. 25. The top 12 in each region will qualify for…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Oct. 12
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies filed these reports for Oct. 12.
Half Baked Bistro announces Sammy’s Sourdough sandwich shop to open December
Chef Nav Ajodhya is expanding his Knox County presence with Sammy’s Sourdough, opening December in Mount Vernon and Centerburg in March 2027.
Knox County chain gang: A front-row seat to football action
MOUNT VERNON — There are jobs in every community that too often go unnoticed — unnoticed until they are needed. Those jobs include firefighters, emergency medical personnel, and law enforcement. On the gridiron, it’s the chain gang. The chain gang is a group that works almost unnoticed at every game until…
Mock ballot, real officials: Government Day preps first-time Knox County voters
Blazer said the goal is a well-informed electorate that knows who the officials are, what they do and how the process works.
Duana Patton speaks on mental health and aging at United Nations HQ
Patton said she believes finding solutions to improve mental health for senior citizens starts with the community coming together.
Knox DD staff recognized with statewide awards at Synergy Ohio Conference
These awards recognize professionals who demonstrate exceptional service, innovation, collaboration, and commitment to creating meaningful opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Election 2026: What a ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ means for Mount Vernon City Schools
Here’s what voters need to know before heading to the polls.
Mount Vernon police reports Oct. 7 to 11
MOUNT VERNON — The Mount Vernon Police Department issued the following reports for service calls from Oct. 7 to 11.
Knox County CAP cadets receive promotion and awards
MOUNT VERNON — The Capt. Peter Chapman II Composite Squadron, Civil Air Patrol has announced the following cadet promotions and awards for the month of October 2026. Cadet Airmen Carter Hawkins and Jack Wallace have been promoted to Cadet Airmen 1st Class upon completion of the General Hap Arnold Achievement.…
Knox County Sheriff’s reports Oct. 11
MOUNT VERNON — Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to these calls on Oct. 11.
Harvest Festival set for Oct. 17 at Kenyon College
GAMBIER — From pumpkin decorating to horse-drawn hayrides, fall fun will be in full swing when Kenyon College’s Brown Family Environmental Center (BFEC) hosts its annual Harvest Festival on Oct. 17. This year’s lineup features children’s activities, a cider press, food trucks, vendors and live entertainment. Guests also will be…
Mount Vernon has a bushel of fun at Johnny Appleseed Festival
The 2026 Johnny Appleseed Festival brought the community out for a day of autumnal fun, fishing and festivities at the Ariel-Foundation Park.
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