City of Mount Vernon OH
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215 E Sugar Street, Mount Vernon, OH 43050-2556
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New Gambier Road to close for ditch and shoulder work March 31 to April 3
Mar 29, 2026
New Gambier Road in Mount Vernon will be closed from March 31 to April 3 for maintenance work.
Mount Vernon replaces Coshocton Avenue sidewalk and curbing near North Catherine Street
Mar 29, 2026
Mount Vernon is replacing sections of broken sidewalk and curbing along Coshocton Avenue near North Catherine Street.
Blackberry Alley to close for brick street work on March 26-27
Mar 26, 2026
The City of Mount Vernon will close Blackberry Alley for brick street work from March 26-27.
Local government meetings today in Knox County
Mar 26, 2026
Knox County Local Government Meetings today.
Mount Vernon Parks and Rec offers spring and summer fun with trout stocking, geocaching and family events
Mar 24, 2026
The first day of spring was March 20, and with warmer weather arriving, outdoor activities are top of mind for many.
Government events to take place in Knox County March 22-28
Mar 23, 2026
Here are the events planned for Knox County during the week.
Washington Forum to host panel on government at The Gathering Place March 31
Mar 23, 2026
Mount Vernon will host its third Washington Forum on March 31 at The Gathering Place.
Coshocton Avenue to undergo lane closure for sidewalk and curb replacement
Mar 23, 2026
Coshocton Avenue in Mount Vernon will have a single lane closure from March 23 through April 6 for sidewalk and curb replacement.
Curtis Building in Mount Vernon damaged by windstorm, faces possible demolition
Mar 21, 2026
Mount Vernon's historic Curtis Building suffered major damage from a recent windstorm and may face demolition following safety concerns raised by city officials.
City of Mount Vernon outlines response to Curtis Building facade collapse
Mar 20, 2026
Mount Vernon officials detailed their response after part of the Curtis Building's facade collapsed during a windstorm.
Mount Vernon plans to apply for $750,000 neighborhood revitalization grant
Mar 19, 2026
Mount Vernon is seeking public input as it prepares an application for a $750,000 Neighborhood Revitalization Grant.
Knox County hosts Local Government Meetings today
Mar 19, 2026
Knox County Local Government Meetings today.