City of Mount Vernon
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215 E Sugar Street, Mount Vernon, OH 43050-2556
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April is a very special month in Ohio
Apr 22, 2023
Why is April a very special month in Ohio? Because in July 2019, Gov. Mike DeWine signed a bill into law designating April as Ohio Native Plant Month.
Keener wants maintenance, safety addressed at Mount Vernon’s parks
Apr 22, 2023
MOUNT VERNON – City Councilmember Amber Keener brought her fellow councilmembers to Memorial Park on Monday in a special meeting to show them the city has neglected maintenance and safety issues at its parks for years.
Starr: Mount Vernon must spend more on its parks
Apr 22, 2023
MOUNT VERNON – The city needs to start spending more time on its park systems, Mayor Matt Starr told the Mount Vernon News.
McNeils celebrate 70 years of marriage
Apr 22, 2023
Charles and Roberta (Chadwick) McNeil were united in marriage April 26, 1953, in Mount Vernon at the First Congregational Church.
National Eating Disorders Association hosts Columbus NEDA Walk
Apr 20, 2023
The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA), the nation’s leading nonprofit for eating disorders, is organizing its Columbus NEDA Walk on Sunday at The Ohio State University, Recreation and Physical Activity Center.
MVNU's Goliards to sing at Quarry Chapel
Apr 20, 2023
Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Goliards Chamber Choir will present a spring concert on Saturday, April 22, at 11 a.m. in the Quarry Chapel, 10930 Quarry Rd., Gambier.
Marita Drive closure continues today until 4 p.m.
Apr 20, 2023
Marita Drive will be closed again today, April 20, until 4 p.m. as the Street Department continues stormwater work there between Teryl Drive and Edgewood Drive.
Vernedale Drive closure continues today until 4 p.m.
Apr 20, 2023
The closure of the Vernedale Drive and Marita Drive intersection for stormwater work will continue again today, April 20, until 4 p.m.
Stevens Street continues to be closed for stormwater work
Apr 20, 2023
Stevens Street will be closed again today, April 20, until 4 p.m. to allow the Street Department to continue stormwater work.
Stevens Street closed today for stormwater work
Apr 19, 2023
Stevens Street will be closed between Hillcrest and Marita drives for stormwater workuntil 4 p.m. today, April 19.
Intersection of Vernondale and Marita drives closed today
Apr 19, 2023
The intersection of Vernondale Drive and Marita Drive will be closed to all traffic, including emergency traffic, for stormwater work until 4 p.m. today, April 19.
Marita Drive closed today for stormwater work
Apr 19, 2023
Call the Street Department at 740-393-9501 if you have questions regarding this closure.
Cliff Street closed today for water tap
Apr 18, 2023
Cliff Street will be closed today, Tuesday, April 18, until 4 p.m., between Pearl Avenue and Birch Street.
Flappers Bar & Grille to be featured on America's Best Restaurant
Apr 17, 2023
Local restaurant Flappers Bar & Grille will host a visit from America’s Best Restaurants in late April 2023.
Spring Street closed for tree removal today
Apr 17, 2023
Spring Street will be closed between N. Clinton Street and McKinley Street from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. today, Monday, April 17.
First Congregational United Church of Christ
Apr 15, 2023
First Congregational United Church of Christ schedule
Mount Vernon Planning Commission recommends senior affordable housing on North Norton Street
Apr 15, 2023
The Mount Vernon Municipal Planning Commission recently approved a recommendation by the Knox County Land Bank and the Area Agency on Aging to rezone two parcels on North Norton Street so eight affordable housing units could be built.