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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

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

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

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

Knox County Local Government Meetings today.

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

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

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

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'

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.

Danville 200 Club donates $8,000 toward school athletic upgrades

The Danville 200 Club has continued its longstanding support of local athletics with two donations totaling $8,000.

Knox County Fair rolls on with action-packed events until July 26

The 176th Knox County Fair has officially opened its gates in Mount Vernon, Ohio, and the excitement is just getting started.

Government events this week in Knox County: July 20-26

The following events are scheduled to take place in Knox County this week.

Local Government Meetings today in Knox County

Knox County Local Government Meetings today.

Religious meetings this week in Knox County: July 20-26

The following religious meetings are scheduled to happen in Knox County this week.

Family & kids events this week in Knox County: July 20-26

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in Knox County this week.

Entertainment events this week in Knox County: July 20-26

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

Newark Sheetz hosts car show fundraiser for local kids

The Sheetz on 21st Street in Newark will host a community car show to raise funds for its annual Sheetz for the Kids program, which provides Christmas gifts for local children.

Danville Middle and High School host a Back-to-School Immunization Clinic

Danville Middle and High School will host a Back-to-School Immunization Clinic on Monday, Aug. 11, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the middle and high school building.

Danville Robotics Summer Camp