Mount Vernon News
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107 S Main St, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
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Public notice: Election of supervisors for the Knox Soil and Water Conservation District
Jul 19, 2025
The Ohio Soil and Water Conservation Commission will cause an election of Supervisors for the Knox Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) to be held in accordance with Chapter 940 of the Ohio Revised Code.
Keesee faces additional sexual abuse charges after indictment amendments
Jun 2, 2025
A second arraignment for Gary "Tom" Thomas Keesee Jr., 36, of Johnstown, is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 3, following a superseding indictment that added charges in the rape case against him.
Jennifur's Helping Hands Farm will give back to domestic violence community
May 27, 2025
Jennifer Heran's initiative, Jennifur's Helping Hands Farm, aims to support the domestic violence community by providing a safe haven for animals.
Grand opening for Mount Vernon's new splash pad coming Saturday
May 21, 2025
Mount Vernon is set to unveil its new splash pad at Riverside Park on Saturday, May 24, with festivities beginning at 10 a.m. According to a city news release, the event will mark the grand opening of Captain Hunter's Landing, a pirate-themed...
Mount Vernon Police chief plans to add drug detective
May 5, 2025
Mount Vernon Police Chief Robert Morgan requested the City Council during its April 28 meeting to authorize the hiring of an additional police officer for his department.
ODOT approves $5.6 million grant for SR 13 relocation
Apr 23, 2025
The Ohio Department of Transportation's Transportation Review Advisory Council has approved a $5.6 million grant for the City of Mount Vernon's State Route 13 relocation project.
Mount Vernon News unveils fresh look, expands reach, and strengthens commitment to local journalism
Jan 21, 2025
This week you will notice a new look and feel to the Mount Vernon News paper and website.
Mount Vernon News expanded reach in 2024 with new digital screens and enhanced local coverage; More to come in 2025
Jan 17, 2025
In 2024, the Mount Vernon News took significant steps to modernize and expand its presence in the community, introducing new digital screens and refining its content strategy to better serve readers and advertisers alike.
Step into Wellness at the Step & Shop Event
Jan 6, 2025
Kickstart the year with health, fun, and community at the much-anticipated Step & Shop event!
Scores from Friday night football games
Nov 10, 2024
Following are the scores and results from local high school football games in the community from Friday, November 8.
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Letter to the Editor: Protecting Our Freedoms
Oct 22, 2024
As Americans, we share fundamental values that unite us: we believe in freedom, compassion for our neighbors, and hope for the future.
Obit: Lillian Rine
Oct 15, 2024
Lillian Rine, born on Nov. 7, 1962, passed away on Oct. 12, 2024 from a 6-and-a-half year, courageous battle of cancer. A woman of great strength and grace, Lillian was known for her deep compassion and unwavering love toward her family and friends.
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Letter to the Editor: Trump plays the same old tune
Oct 15, 2024
Trump plays the same old tune stirring the pot of hate. Never say you’re wrong, call the real news fake news.
Birth Announcement: Nolan Hill
Oct 8, 2024
Nolan Hill was born on Monday, Aug. 26, 2024 at 2:07 p.m. at Mt. Carmel St. Anns in Westerville, OH to parents Jason and Katie Hill of Gambier, OH.
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Letter to the Editor: Competence and Character
Oct 8, 2024
Most of us, whether in our personal lives or at work, value people who face problems with maturity, compassion, competence, and an openness to compromise. These are people who win our trust even during conflicts. They’re the problem-solvers, the adults in the room.
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Letter to the Editor: Stop politicians from picking their voters
Oct 1, 2024
Most of us believe that voters should pick our leaders, our leaders should not pick their voters. We can stop politicians from choosing their voters by voting 'Yes' on State Issue 1 in November.
Obituary: Marilyn (Fawcett) Agnew
Sep 25, 2024
Marilyn (Fawcett) Agnew passed away after a brief illness on June 23, 2024, at the age of 84 in Altamonte Springs, Florida.
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Letter to the Editor: Do not fall for the 'lies of the snake'
Sep 24, 2024
There is an old saying that goes like this, “There is none so blind as those who will not see.”