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Licking County awarded courthouse plumbing upgrade bid

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 8, 2026

The Licking County Board of Commissioners has approved a $609,968 contract with Robertson Construction Services for upgrades at the historic courthouse's plumbing and restrooms.

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Mount Vernon processing lone taxi business application

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 8, 2026

Mount Vernon is processing one application for a taxicab business following discussion at a recent Public Utilities Commission meeting.

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Knox County gets $175,000 to fix failing septic systems

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 8, 2026

Knox Public Health received $175,000 from Ohio EPA to help property owners repair or replace failing septic systems.

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Local Government Meetings today in Knox County

By S. K. Holmes | Jun 8, 2026

Knox County Local Government Meetings today.

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Government events to take place in Knox County June 7-13

By S. K. Holmes | Jun 8, 2026

The following happenings are planned in Knox County throughout this week.

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This week in Knox County history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (June 7-13)

By E. L. Giles | Jun 7, 2026

This week in Knox County history.

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This week's entertainment events in Knox County: June 7-13

By J. S. Welch | Jun 7, 2026

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

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Mount Vernon crews respond to storm damage and power outages

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 6, 2026

Mount Vernon officials announced ongoing cleanup efforts following recent storms that caused road closures and power outages.

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Fredericktown Local School District announces free family music events at Columbus Commons

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 6, 2026

Fredericktown Local School District invites families to free summer music concerts at Columbus Commons.

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Knox County Foundation awards over $1.3 million in scholarships to 484 students

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 6, 2026

The Knox County Foundation awarded over $1.3 million in scholarships for the 2026–2027 academic year.

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Mount Vernon Municipal Court: 389 cases on docket, June 8-12

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 6, 2026

The following 389 cases are on the Mount Vernon Municipal Court docket for the week of June 8-12

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Mount Vernon City Council passes resolutions on community grants and appropriations

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 5, 2026

Mount Vernon City Council passed three resolutions on June 2 regarding grant applications, supplemental appropriations, and bill payments.

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Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Storybook Trail celebrates early literacy in Knox County

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 5, 2026

United Way of Knox County and the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County partnered to celebrate early literacy, family engagement, and a love of reading through a Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Storybook Trail...

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Paddle For Heroes to begin 10th annual Memorial Paddle honoring veterans and first responders

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 4, 2026

Paddle For Heroes will kick off its 10th Annual Memorial Paddle this Sunday in Mount Vernon.

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Kiwanis Club of Mount Vernon honors six students with John Philip Sousa Awards

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 4, 2026

The Kiwanis Club of Mount Vernon recognized six local high school students with John Philip Sousa Awards at its annual luncheon.

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All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church announces upcoming talk on the Hebrew Bible

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 4, 2026

All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church of Bellville will host a talk by Morah Nancy Shimer on June 14 about the Hebrew Bible.

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Ariel-Foundation Park to host Hellbender Discovery Day on June 13

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 4, 2026

Ariel-Foundation Park will hold Hellbender Discovery Day on June 13 featuring educational activities about local waterways.

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Dean’s Jewelry launches Hope Sparkles event to support local families

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 4, 2026

Dean's Jewelry announced its Hope Sparkles event from June 16–20 at both Coshocton and Mount Vernon locations.

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Local Government Meetings today in Knox County

By S. K. Holmes | Jun 4, 2026

Knox County Local Government Meetings today.

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Columbus Delano honored on June 4 birthday anniversary

By S. C. Ornelas | Jun 4, 2026

Columbus Delano was born on June 4, 1809, in Shoreham, Vermont, and later became a notable figure connected to Mount Vernon, Ohio.

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