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Twin Oak Elementary concludes Fit-A-Thon Fundraiser

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 30, 2025

Twin Oak Elementary wrapped up its annual Fit-A-Thon fundraiser on Friday, Sept. 26, with a lively twist: more than 15 teachers and staff members donned inflatable costumes and sprinted across ...

Knox Memorial Theatre welcomes grade schoolers to YES! concert

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 30, 2025

Hundreds of elementary students will fill the Knox Memorial Theatre on Wednesday, Oct. 8, for the annual “YES! Concert for Grade Schoolers,” a program coordinated by the Knox Educational Service Center to introduce children...

Homer Public Library to host Weather Program, Story Time and Ukulele Sessions in October

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 30, 2025

The Homer Public Library will hold a series of community events in October, highlighted by “Homer Homeschoolers: All About Weather” on Thursday, Oct. 9, at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. in the Library Meeting Room.

Mount Vernon Fire Department to host Annual Fire Prevention Open House

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 30, 2025

The Mount Vernon Fire Department will welcome residents to its annual Fire Prevention Open House on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Station 491 located at 200 W Gambier St, Mount Vernon.

East Elementary earns top marks in State Report Card

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 30, 2025

East Elementary School has received an overall five-star rating on the 2024–2025 Ohio School Report Card, according to an announcement made by the school in late September.

Newark's Any Lab Test Now offers accessible healthcare solutions without appointments

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 30, 2025

Any Lab Test Now, a local business in Newark, has been providing direct access lab testing since its opening last November.

This October's government events in Knox County

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 30, 2025

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

Local Government Meetings today in Knox County

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 30, 2025

Knox County Local Government Meetings today.

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Who from Mount Vernon News area’s former high school athletes will participate in games on Friday, Oct. 3?

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 30, 2025

Friday, Oct. 3 will see this former Mount Vernon News area high school star in competition.

AARP Foundation seeks volunteers for free tax prep program in Ohio

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 30, 2025

The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program is seeking volunteers to assist with tax preparation for senior citizens at the Public Library of Mount Vernon & Knox County and over 200 other locations across Ohio.

Northridge Stuns Newark Catholic 29-28 in Overtime Thriller

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 29, 2025

The Northridge Vikings secured a dramatic victory on Friday night, narrowly defeating Newark Catholic 29-28 in overtime during a conference matchup.

Centerburg Rolls Past Cardington-Lincoln 47-7 in League Clash

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 29, 2025

The Centerburg Trojans secured a decisive victory on Friday night, defeating Cardington-Lincoln 47-7 in the Knox Morrow Athletic Conference.

Family and kids events this October in Knox County

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 29, 2025

Don't miss out on these family and kids s happening in Knox County this month.

Danville Outlasts Loudonville 34-28 in Thrilling Road Win

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 29, 2025

The Danville Blue Devils emerged victorious in a closely contested conference game against Loudonville, with a final score of 34-28.

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Licking County adds operators, mechanics to Transit Department's organizational structure

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 29, 2025

The Licking County Commission has adopted a revised table of organization for the Transit Department, incorporating additional operators and mechanics.

Family and kids events this week in Knox County: Sept. 28 - Oct. 4

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 29, 2025

Don't miss out on these family and kids events happening in Knox County this week.

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Knox Public Health asks Mount Vernon for more funding

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 29, 2025

The Mount Vernon City Council has been requested to allocate an additional $25,000 annually in its contract with Knox Public Health to fully fund a full-time sanitarian.