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Knox County recognized for excellence in financial reporting
Jun 2, 2026
​Knox County has earned national recognition for its commitment to transparency and excellence in financial reporting.
Obituary: Carla June Darby
Jun 2, 2026
Carla June Darby, 76, of Centerburg, OH, passed away Monday, May 25, 2026, at Centerburg Pointe, in Centerburg.
Knox County youth shine through spring twirling clubs, parade teams, and summer camp opportunities
Apr 14, 2026
Young performers in Knox County have several exciting opportunities this spring and summer to explore the art of baton twirling, build confidence, and connect with their community.
Voucher applications open June 10 to help Knox County students prepare
Apr 14, 2026
Families across Knox County will have the chance to prepare for the upcoming school year with financial assistance through the Back to School Voucher Application Event, scheduled for June 10, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Knox County 911 emergency calls rise in March
Apr 13, 2026
Knox County Board of Commissioners heard an update from Laura Webster about rising emergency call volumes in March.
Knox County Transit reports strong March with 6,014 trips
Apr 6, 2026
Knox County Transit maintained high ridership in March despite driver absences due to medical leave.
Fredericktown, Centerburg, Danville events 04.04 to 04.17
Mar 28, 2026
Fredericktown, Centerburg, Danville events 04.04 to 04.17
Police warn of door hanger scam in Knox County
Mar 6, 2026
The Fredericktown Police Department has alerted residents to a scam involving door hangers marked "URGENT" and referencing an investigation under section ORC 4749.0.
Fredericktown, Centerburg, Danville events 03.07 to 03.20
Feb 18, 2026
Fredericktown, Centerburg, Danville events 03.07 to 03.20
Fredericktown, Centerburg, Danville events 02.21 to 03.06
Feb 18, 2026
Fredericktown, Centerburg, Danville events 02.21 to 03.06
Staffing shortages might limit Knox County to local public assistance calls
Jan 27, 2026
The Knox County Department of Job and Family Services is contemplating restricting its operations to local public assistance calls due to staffing challenges.
Knox commissioners hear opposition to vacate Bat Nest Road
Jan 27, 2026
The Knox County Commission encountered resistance against vacating Bat Nest Road in Union Township during its recent meeting.
Fredericktown, Centerburg, Danville events 02.07 to 02.20
Jan 20, 2026
Fredericktown, Centerburg, Danville events 02.07 to 02.20
Knox 911 also took suspected computer-generated call about East Knox threat
Jan 19, 2026
A suspected swatting call led to a lockdown at East Knox County High and Elementary Schools on January 12.
More dogs leave Knox County Dog Shelter during December
Jan 19, 2026
The Knox County Dog Shelter saw more adoptions than intakes during December 2025.
Fredericktown, Centerburg, Danville events 01.24 to 02.06
Jan 15, 2026
Fredericktown, Centerburg, Danville events 01.24 to 02.06
Knox Commissioners named Pursel as board's president
Jan 12, 2026
The Knox County Commissioners have named Bill Pursel and Barry Lester to key leadership positions for 2026.
Knox commissioners budget $108 million for appropriations
Jan 12, 2026
The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved a significant allocation for non-general funds totaling $64.7 million during their recent meeting on January 8th.
Knox Commission sets cap on Ford Street ditch
Dec 29, 2025
The Knox County Commission has finalized the permanent assessment base for the North Branch of Ford Street Ditch at $57,192 following regulatory guidelines from Ohio Revised Code.