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Family and kids events this November in Knox County

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 30, 2025

Don't miss out on these family and kids s happening in Knox County this month.

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This November's entertainment events in Knox County

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 30, 2025

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Knox County this month.

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MVNU women's basketball secures season-opening win against Lawrence Tech

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 30, 2025

The Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) women's basketball team began their season with a victory against Lawrence Tech University.

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Fredericktown Local Schools schedules special board meeting for October 30

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 30, 2025

Fredericktown Local Schools has scheduled a special board meeting for Thursday, October 30, 2025.

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Food aid efforts intensify as Knox County faces SNAP benefit freeze

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 30, 2025

A recent notification from Knox County's Job and Family Services has informed families about a potential disruption in food assistance programs due to a freeze in federal funding.

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Mount Vernon Nazarene University's men's basketball team prepares for new season

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 30, 2025

The Mount Vernon Nazarene University men's basketball team is gearing up for the 2025-26 season, starting with a game against Kent State Tuscarawas on October 28 at Ariel Arena.

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Mount Vernon Nazarene University's women's basketball team begins season with strong lineup

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 30, 2025

The Mount Vernon Nazarene University women's basketball team is set to begin its 2025-26 season with an away game against Lawrence Tech in Southfield, Michigan on October 28 at 5:30 p.m. The Lady Cougars will continue their opening week by...

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Mental Health & Recovery announces upcoming committee meetings open to public

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 30, 2025

Mental Health & Recovery for Licking and Knox Counties (MHR) is set to conduct its monthly Governance Committee meeting on Monday, November 3, 2025.

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Reagan Nuss earns third setter of the week honor for MVNU volleyball

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 30, 2025

The No. 12 Mount Vernon Nazarene University women's volleyball team witnessed senior Reagan Nuss receive her third setter of the week award this season on Monday, October 27.

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MVNU to host honors choir festival featuring young vocalists

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 30, 2025

Mount Vernon Nazarene University will host the 2025 District 10 Ohio Music Education Association Honors Choir Festival on November 1.

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Miguel Bello earns Crossroads League Offensive Player of the Week honor

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 30, 2025

Miguel Bello, a graduate student from Madrid, Spain, has been named the Crossroads League Offensive Player of the Week.

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Local government meetings today in Knox County

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 30, 2025

Knox County Local Government Meetings today.

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Phillips Drive to undergo single lane closure for tree clearing on November 4

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 30, 2025

Phillips Drive will experience a single lane closure on November 4, 2025, due to tree clearing activities.

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Obituary: Barbara Miller Gibson

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 29, 2025

Barbara Miller Gibson of Mount Vernon, Ohio passed away on October 21, 2025.

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Obituary: Randy L. Heintzman

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 29, 2025

Mount Vernon, OH – Randy L. Heintzman, age 76, passed away on October 23, 2025.

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Which ex-high school standouts featured in Mount Vernon News will compete on Saturday, Nov. 1?

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 29, 2025

These former Mount Vernon News area high school athletes will take part in events on Saturday, Nov. 1.

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Knox County Career Center announces first quarter merit and honor roll for 2025-2026

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 29, 2025

The Knox County Career Center has published its Merit and Honor Roll for the first quarter of the 2025-2026 academic year.

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Mount Vernon Nazarene University sees record adult program growth and rising church engagement

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 29, 2025

Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) has reported significant growth in enrollment numbers and an increase in engagement with Nazarene churches across the East Central field since 2023.

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Columbia Elementary students recognized for daily morning announcements

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 29, 2025

The Columbia Elementary News Crew has been recognized for its efforts in producing the school's daily morning announcements.

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Students learn plant life cycle through garden project at The Learning Center

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 29, 2025

The recent gourd harvest by elementary students from The Learning Center in Mount Vernon was more than just an outdoor activity.

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