MOUNT VERNON – Early February saw the initiation of a new director at the Knox County Board of Elections. Peggy Hockenberry, sworn in at the beginning of February, has entered the role as retiring director Kim Horn departs after 15 years of service.

Hockenberry has served Knox County in several roles since December 2005, most recently as the education and outreach coordinator for the Board of Elections. She also served as a precinct election official in four elections from November 2014 to March 2016 and in three elections as a voting location manager from November 2016 to May 2017.

Upon being sworn in, Hockenberry thanked her predecessor “for 15 years of service and dedication” and committed to “holding secure, accurate and successful elections and to ensure election integrity” in Knox County.