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OP-ED: The other side of the union story

By Jeana Campolo | Sep 16, 2020

In your Op-Ed, “On Labor Day, Consider the Injustice of Forced Union Dues,” Mark Mix, a political operative from the National Right to Work Foundation, incorrectly states that union members in Ohio are forced to pay union dues.

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Historic Photo: September 19, 2020

By Joshua Morrison | Sep 16, 2020

Do you have any information about this photograph? Do you have a historic photo to share? Send us a picture or a link to the photo and tell us about it by calling 740-397-5333, ext. 249, or emailing hannah@mountvernonnews.com.

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Lakeholm Church in Mount Vernon celebrates 50 years of ministry

By Corey Roepken | Sep 16, 2020

As a long-time member of Lakeholm Church of the Nazarene, Karen Bush raised her family in the teachings and activities of the church.

Mount Vernon Police Blotter Sept. 3-13

By Submitted content | Sep 16, 2020

Danville Police Blotter Sept. 3-12 and Mount Vernon Police Blotter Sept. 9-13

American History Essay contest looking for youth writers

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 16, 2020

The Lucy Knox Chapter of the Daughters of American Revolution yearly sponsors the American History Essay Contest.

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Sports on TV

By Staff report | Sep 16, 2020

Satur​day’s games

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Salvation Army accepting registrations for Christmas food and toy basket program

By Corey Roepken | Sep 16, 2020

The Salvation Army of Mount Vernon and Knox County will begin accepting registrations for Christmas food and toy baskets on Monday, Sept. 21.

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Ohio Rental

By Cody Strawser | Sep 16, 2020

Interview with Bryce Maners, manager of Ohio Rental.

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State health director's office provides update on COVID-19 safety compliance by OHSAA

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 16, 2020

Member schools of the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) have been encouraged to seek improvement in various aspects of hosting games based on COVID-19 guidelines provided by the Ohio health director’s order.

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Obituaries

By Hannah DeVolld | Sep 15, 2020

Ralph F. Shira, Ronald E. Bushong, Ellen C. Detlor, Donald Preston Kennedy, Sondra L. Miklos, Robin Nelson, (Mary Ann Parr), James E. Vernon, Daniel Hartsook

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DAR urges celebration of Constitution as foundation of America

By Joshua Morrison | Sep 15, 2020

The DAR urges Americans to reflect on the U.S. Constitution during September's annual observance honoring the document.

For the first time in five years, Knox Public Health will offer a drive-thru opportunity to receive a flu shot.

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 15, 2020

For the first time in five years, Knox Public Health will offer a drive-thru opportunity to receive a flu shot.

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Kenyon, MVNU ranked among best in their class by US News

By John Sammon | Sep 15, 2020

Two Knox County colleges, Kenyon College in Gambier and Mount Vernon Nazarene University, were ranked as 'best colleges' by US News.

Fredericktown Senior Citizen Center to reopen

By Joshua Morrison | Sep 15, 2020

The Fredericktown Senior Citizen Center on the Public Square in Fredericktown will reopen on October 14, 2020.

For the first time in five years, Knox Public Health will offer a drive-thru opportunity to receive a flu shot.

By Joshua Morrison | Sep 15, 2020

For the first time in five years, Knox Public Health will offer a drive-thru opportunity to receive a flu shot.

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Being self-learner and following a system bring Dennis law school success

By Joshua Morrison | Sep 15, 2020

Dalton Dennis remembers early on that his father never made things easy. Whatever they did, his father wouldn't give him an answer. He wanted him to come up with that himself.

Daniel Hartsook

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 15, 2020

Beloved husband, father and papa, lovingly surrounded by his family, Daniel Austin Hartsook, age 77, peacefully went home to be with his Lord on September 9, 2020.

James E. Vernon

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 15, 2020

James E. Vernon, 83, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sept. 10, 2020, at Desoto Memorial Hospital in Arcadia, Florida.

Robin Nelson

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 15, 2020

Robin Nelson, 60, of Mount Vernon formerly of Columbus passed away on Monday, Sept. 7, 2020.

Sondra L. (Sandi) Rhoades Miklos

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 15, 2020

Sondra L. (Sandi) Rhoades Miklos, 79, went to rest in Christ’s loving arms on Sept. 6, 2020.

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