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Local Government Meetings today in Knox County

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 2, 2025

Knox County Local Government Meetings today.

Government events this week in Knox County: June 1-7

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 2, 2025

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

Newark company wins bid for culvert project in Village of Hebron

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 2, 2025

Licking County Commissioners have awarded a $436,750 contract to Layton Services of Newark, Ohio, for the Hebron culvert replacement project.

Keesee faces additional sexual abuse charges after indictment amendments

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 2, 2025

A second arraignment for Gary "Tom" Thomas Keesee Jr., 36, of Johnstown, is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 3, following a superseding indictment that added charges in the rape case against him.

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Mount Vernon asking for ODNR grant funds for Arch Park

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 2, 2025

Mount Vernon is set to pursue a grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) to fund enhancements at Arch Park.

Religious meetings this week in Knox County: June 1-7

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 1, 2025

The following religious meetings are scheduled to happen in Knox County this week.

Entertainment event this week in Knox County: June 1-7

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 1, 2025

Don't miss out on this entertainment event happening in Knox County this week.

Concert night for community features McGuffey Lane and Allison Road

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 1, 2025

McGuffey Lane and Allison Road are set to perform at the Third Annual Concert Night for the Community.

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

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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.

Event addresses link between digital media use and ADHD

By Mount Vernon News | May 31, 2025

Research has suggested potential connections between digital media use and ADHD, particularly in children.

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.