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Obituary: Nellie Kerschner

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 22, 2025

Nellie “Kay” Kerschner, 88, of Centerburg, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025.

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By Mount Vernon News Report | Jul 22, 2025

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Obituary: Arthur Duncan

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 22, 2025

Arthur Ray Duncan, age 85, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away at his residence on Sunday morning, July 20, 2025.

Little stars, big voices: Knox County Fair crowns Miss and Mr. 2025

By Jacey Snyder | Jul 22, 2025

Twelve young boys and twenty-seven young girls competed for the prestigious titles of Miss and Mr. Knox County Fair. While only two winners could be crowned, every competitor stepped out of their comfort zone to take part in the event.

Midstates Recreation donates state-of-the-art playground to Harford Fair

By Jacey Snyder | Jul 22, 2025

The Harford Fairgrounds celebrated the grand opening of its brand-new playground on Friday, July 18. The playground is located in the open grassy area near the hog barn.

Red Cross Central & Southern Ohio announces gift card and free A1C test for August blood donations

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 22, 2025

The American Red Cross Central & Southern Ohio Region has announced an initiative to encourage blood donations.

Knox Public Health confirms West Nile virus in mosquitoes through ODH testing

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 22, 2025

Knox Public Health has confirmed the presence of West Nile virus in Knox County following mosquito trapping and testing.

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Mount Vernon using interest-free loan to reimburse costs in the Fairgrounds Road project

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 22, 2025

The Mount Vernon City Council voted on July 14 to reimburse its Urban Improvement Fund for expenses incurred during the Fairgrounds Road Utilities Improvements and Resurfacing Project.

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Hamper appointed as clerk to Licking County Board of Commissioners

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 22, 2025

The Licking County Board of Commissioners has appointed Christel Hamper as the permanent Clerk to the Board, effective August 1.

Local Government Meetings today in Knox County

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 22, 2025

Knox County Local Government Meetings today.

Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County holds Touch-A-Truck event

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 22, 2025

The Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County is inviting families to its Touch-A-Truck event on Wednesday, July 30.

Ariel-Foundation Park presents Fantastic Family Dance Party

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 22, 2025

Families are invited to attend Ariel-Foundation Park's Fantastic Family Dance Party on Sunday, Aug. 2, 4:00 - 5:30 p.m.

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Opportunity Knox expects big cuts in federal funding

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 21, 2025

Opportunity Knox representatives informed the Knox County Board of Commissioners about anticipated significant cuts in funding for its adult, dislocated worker, and youth programs.

The Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County announces podcast on 'Servant of Earth' and 'The Amalfi Curse'

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 21, 2025

The Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County has announced the premiere of a podcast episode scheduled for July 28, featuring Christie and Katie discussing "Servant of Earth" by Sarah Hawley and "The Amalfi Curse" by Sarah Penner.