Mount Vernon News

Centerburg's Riegel, MG's Johnson set new marks at DIII regional

By Michael Rich | May 31, 2021

Centerburg throwers Ben Riegel and Ian McKnight have been pushing each other all season long.

Community Calendar

By Staff | May 31, 2021

Knox Public Health has posted a notice on vaccine availability that will be updated regularly as conditions change.

James and Schoppelrei wed

By Submission | May 31, 2021

Micah Patricia James of Mount Gilead and Josiah Anthony Schoppelrei of Mount Vernon were united in marriage at 5 p.m. on May 22, 2021, at Sar Shalom in Ontario.

Lorentzes celebrate 50 years of marriage

By Submission | May 31, 2021

Larry and Nancy (Chanay) Lorentz of Lakeville are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary.

Jack L. Dunn

By Submission | May 31, 2021

A Celebration of Life for Jack L. Dunn, 76, of Utica, will be held from 2–6 p.m. on Saturday, June 19, at Fredonia Park Community Center.

Ear, Nose and Throat: Knox Community Hospital treats patients from newborn to elderly

By David Beasley | May 31, 2021

Ear, nose and throat specialists see patients of all ages, from the newborn to the elderly, said Dr. Suzanne Helming of Knox Community Hospital.

Kenyon roundup: Oku, Beshentseva fall in NCAA 1st round

By Kenyon College Athletic Department | May 31, 2021

Kenyon College’s Erika Oku and Daria Beshentseva lost in the first round of the NCAA Division III Singles and Doubles Championships on Friday, May 28.

Pirates stunned by Fairview in DIII regional final

By Michael Rich | May 31, 2021

Cardington’s run of state final-fours came to an end with an 11-1 loss in five innings to Sherwood Fairview on Saturday, May 29, at Elida Middle School.

Laracuente makes Highland history at DII regional meet

By Geoff Cowles | May 31, 2021

It was a day to remember for the entire Highland track and field program — especially for Juliette Laracuente.

Abraham M. Sanchez Jr.

By Submission | May 31, 2021

Abraham M. Sanchez Jr., 15, passed away unexpectedly on May 27, 2021, at the Knox Community Hospital.

MV's Rhodeback heads to state in two events

By Geoff Cowles | May 31, 2021

Mount Vernon’s Erich Rhodeback ascended the podium four times, climbing his way into a pair of state berths.

Bite into these facts about hot dogs

By Metro Creative | May 31, 2021

Hot dogs are the yin to the hamburger’s yang. Franks and burgers are a common pair at barbecues and ballparks, and rightfully so.

MVNU roundup: Skinner, 4x800 team set new MVNU records at NAIA National

By MVNU Athletic Department | May 31, 2021

The MVNU men’s track and field team set two school records at the 2021 NAIA Outdoor Track and Field National Championships on Friday, May 28.

Ruth 'Virginia' Kenney

By Submission | May 31, 2021

Ruth “Virginia” Kenney, 98, of Marengo, passed away Friday afternoon, May 28, 2021, at Bennington Glen.

MVGSL roundup: Danville Feed holds off Holmes Tire 5-4

By Staff report | May 31, 2021

Danville Feed and Supply scored twice in the fourth inning and held off Holmes Tire in the fifth to win a 5-4 decision in MVGSL play on May 26 at Memorial Park.