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Fredericktown, Centerburg, Danville events 5.31-06.13

By Mount Vernon News Report | May 31, 2025

Fredericktown, Centerburg, Danville events 5.31-06.13

Catfishing thrives in Knox County with prime spots and competitive tournaments

By Mount Vernon News reports | May 31, 2025

Every summer, anglers in Knox County have the chance to reel in some of Ohio’s most sought-after catfish.

Government events this June in Knox County

By Mount Vernon News | May 31, 2025

The following events are scheduled to take place in Knox County this month.

Mt. Vernon erupts in fifth inning, crushes Watkins Memorial 12-1

By Mount Vernon News | May 31, 2025

The skies over Mt.

Gritty Highland Scots fall in extra-inning heartbreaker to London

By Mount Vernon News | May 31, 2025

The Highland Fighting Scots engaged in a fierce contest against the London Red Raiders, matching their opponents in every aspect for 11 innings.

Heartbreaker in Worthington: East Knox Bulldogs fall in final-inning walk-off despite heroic rally

By Mount Vernon News | May 31, 2025

The East Knox Bulldogs faced a challenging game filled with intensity and drama, ultimately falling short in a narrow 11-10 loss to Worthington Christian.

Campos sparks Trojans’ triumph over Freddies with three-hit night

By Mount Vernon News | May 31, 2025

Under the Thursday night lights at Campus Drive, the Centerburg Trojans secured a 10-2 victory over the Fredericktown Freddies.

Ohio State Test scores for Spring 2025 now accessible online

By Mount Vernon News | May 31, 2025

Parents and guardians can now access their children's Spring 2025 Ohio State Test (OST) scores.

Spring bass spawn heats up in Knox County waters

By Mount Vernon News reports | May 31, 2025

As spring temperatures rise across Ohio, bass anglers are finding ideal conditions in Knox County, where rivers and reservoirs are beginning to teem with bass.

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Par For the Cause: The Utica Redskin Athletic Boosters’ Annual Golf Outing

By Jacey Snyder | May 31, 2025

The Utica Redskin Athletic Boosters are hosting their annual golf outing on June 6. The event will take place at The Links at Echo Springs, the home course for both Utica High School golf teams.

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Cole Pauley, former Lexington High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Friday, May 30 in the NCAA Division I Baseball Championship

By Mount Vernon News | May 31, 2025

They enter the tournament as a number 14 seed.

Entertainment events this June in Knox County

By Mount Vernon News | May 30, 2025

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Knox County this month.

Food for the Hungry awards $31,250 grant to support summer food programs

By Mount Vernon News | May 30, 2025

Food For The Hungry has announced a $31,250 grant to support summer food programs aimed at reducing food insecurity across Knox County.

Kiwanis Club of Mount Vernon presents John Phillip Sousa Outstanding Band Member Awards

By Mount Vernon News | May 30, 2025

The Kiwanis Club of Mount Vernon has announced the recipients of the John Philip Sousa Awards, which recognize outstanding band members from each high school in Knox County.