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Mount Vernon pet grooming salon named one of Ohio's 10 best

By Gregory Burnett | Jun 29, 2023

After 22 years of catering to dog owners keen on carefully coiffing their pooches, David Ulery-Hart was surprised to learn his pet grooming business was named one of Ohio’s 10 best.

Celebrating literacy: County library connects community to a world of ideas

By Gregory Burnett | Apr 8, 2023

April kicks off a month of celebrations to honor libraries and literacy, the first of which was National School Librarian Day on April 4, followed by National Library Day on April 6. Other designated days are April 16, National Librarians Day, and the week of April 23, National Library Week.

Historic glass making company in Mount Vernon has closed its doors after 132 years in business

By Gregory Burnett | Jan 2, 2023

After 132 years of serving Knox County's glass needs, Strang Glass has closed. This family-owned business's storied history goes back to Lafe Strang, great-grandfather to current owner Jeff Ulery.

Knox Area Development Foundation uses federal grant to rehab and revitalize properties

By Gregory Burnett | Dec 24, 2022

Ohio has committed $150 million in state money to rid 42 counties of deteriorated and vacant structures. In Knox County, Mount Vernon will demolish 11 buildings throughout the county with its $500,000 allotment.

Local letter carrier on job: 'I'd always heard good things about the post office'

By Gregory Burnett | Dec 17, 2022

Postal carriers are still at the heart of American life, despite the times we have received our neighbor's mail or waited until sundown to see our boxes filled.

Melvin: 'I saw the position for a part-time director at NAMI covering the Knox/Licking Counties in a job ad'

By Gregory Burnett | Dec 15, 2022

You might remember reading Dodie Melvin's column in the newspaper.

'I couldn't imagine being homeless with two children': Family receives holiday help from area grocer

By Gregory Burnett | Dec 13, 2022

Naomi Rigby, her 6-year-old son, 11-year-old daughter and husband Zachary Rigby are homeless in Mount Vernon. The recent pandemic walloped the family, but with that aside, Rigby was forced to leave her job because of a spinal issue.

Tried and True Granola Co. plan new factory in Danville

By Gregory Burnett | Dec 3, 2022

Delbert and Susan Schlabach, owners of both The Home Place general store and Tried and True Granola Co. in Georgetown, have their sights set on expansion.

Park District restores Fire and Ice, a Food For The Hungry benefit

By Gregory Burnett | Nov 30, 2022

After a three-year hiatus, Knox County Park District’s Fire and Ice event is set to return this year at Honey Run Waterfall on Dec. 9 at 5:30 p.m.

MTVarts brings theater students together for real-life training

By Gregory Burnett | Nov 15, 2022

Bruce Jacklin founded Multi-Tasking Volunteers (MTVarts) in 2004 in Mount Vernon. The organization helps to nurture kids' theatrical talents by giving them first-hand experience on how theater productions come together.

Centerburg artist parlays artistic talent into multiplatform career

By Gregory Burnett | Nov 12, 2022

As a child of the 1990s, Centerburg artist Chris Duda draws his inspiration from that era.

Knox County Landmark Foundation hosts annual 'Ohio Doors'

By Gregory Burnett | Nov 2, 2022

A 70-year-old house that sat vacant for 15 years has been renovated thanks to the Knox County Landmarks Foundation, with tours showcasing the project beginning in September.

Auction aims to help children with critical illnesses

By Gregory Burnett | Oct 29, 2022

On Nov. 12, an auction will happen to raise money to benefit "Special Wish," not to be confused with "Make a Wish."

Man's bucket list tour brings him through Mount Vernon

By Gregory Burnett | Oct 11, 2022

Mark Sutherland knew nothing about filmmaking when he set out in 2016 on a self-described, three-week bucket list tour with his dog, Abby.

Pet grooming shop reopens months after car plows through storefront

By Gregory Burnett | Oct 1, 2022

Months after a freak accident all but destroyed his pet grooming business, David Ulery-Hart has reopened Professional Pet Grooming and Dog Wash.

Knox County considers renaming street after comedian Lynde

By Gregory Burnett | Sep 24, 2022

Actor and comedian Paul Lynde (a Mount Vernon native) was once almost a household name for his antics on the 1960s sitcom “Bewitched” and on “The Hollywood Squares” game show in the 1970s.

Community Health Care Center in Knox County earns awards for quality

By Gregory Burnett | Sep 13, 2022

The Knox County Community Health Center in Mount Vernon receives four Health Resources and Service Administration (HRSA). This organization falls under Health and Human Services.

'It feels exciting' Local 10-year-old chosen as patient champion for Columbus Marathon

By Gregory Burnett | Sep 3, 2022

José Mejia-Evener, a 10-year-old from Fredericktown, Oh., will be the patient champion at the National Children’s Hospital’s 2022 Columbus Marathon Oct. 15-16.

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