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Commemorating Another Year: Jason Wolfe, distinguished American racing driver (October 18)

Born October 18, 1994, in Mount Vernon, Ohio, Jason Wolfe's life unfolded with local impact.

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 18, 2025

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Sunset Cottage demolition plans met with opposition at Kenyon College

Plans to demolish Kenyon College's Sunset Cottage have encountered opposition from supporters of the historic structure.

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 14, 2025

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This week in Knox County history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Oct. 12-18)

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 12, 2025

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This week in Knox County history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Sept. 28-Oct. 4)

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 28, 2025

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In Memoriam: James P. Buchwald remembered on his death anniversary, Founder of Ariel Corporation (September 20)

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 20, 2025

James P. Buchwald, founder of Ariel Corporation, died on September 20, 2022.

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This week in Knox County history: Noteworthy events that shaped our past (Sept. 14-20)

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 14, 2025

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August 29: Commemorating William C. Cooper's death anniversary, former Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Ohio's 9th district

By Mount Vernon News | Aug 29, 2025

On August 29, 1902, William C. Cooper died, marking the end of a life deeply rooted in Mount Vernon, OH.

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In Memoriam: Elizabeth Joan Steinbrenner remembered on her birthday, former Vice-chair of the New York Yankees Baseball Team (August 25)

By Mount Vernon News | Aug 25, 2025

Elizabeth Joan Steinbrenner, born August 25, 1935, in Mount Vernon, OH, emerged as a prominent figure in the local community.

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This week in Knox County history: Noteworthy events that shaped our past (Aug. 24-30)

By Mount Vernon News | Aug 24, 2025

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DeWine to speak at Ohio and Erie Canal Bicentennial Celebration

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 16, 2025

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine is set to deliver the keynote address at the Ohio and Erie Canal Bicentennial Celebration in downtown Newark on June 28.

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The Knox County Historical Society announces Johnny Appleseed 250th birthday celebration

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 9, 2025

The Knox County Historical Society has announced a celebration to mark the 250th birthday of pioneer resident John Chapman, widely known as Johnny Appleseed.

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Civil War cannon rededicated at Newark's Cedar Hill Cemetery

By Mount Vernon News | Apr 14, 2025

Approximately 200 Newark area residents, along with Civil War reenactors and public officials, gathered to rededicate the restored 1865 Rifled Barrel Three Inch Parrot Cannon as a war memorial at the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) Burial Section...

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Mount Vernon invites organizations to join annual Memorial Day parade

By Mount Vernon News | Apr 9, 2025

The Mount Vernon Patriotic Memorial Committee has extended an invitation to organizations to join the annual Memorial Day Parade.

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Knox County Historical Society meeting April 2

By Mount Vernon News | Mar 26, 2025

The Knox County Historical Society announced that its next meeting will take place on Wednesday, April 2, at 7:30 p.m. at the museum on 875 Harcourt Road in Mount Vernon.

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MVLA honors Karen Buchwald Wright with Ann Pamela Cunningham Medal

By Mount Vernon News | Mar 15, 2025

The Mount Vernon Ladies' Association (MVLA) has awarded the Ann Pamela Cunningham Medal to Karen Buchwald Wright, a resident of Mount Vernon, Ohio.

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A Forgotten Collector: Osborn Oldroyd

By Mount Vernon News | Feb 11, 2025

The Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County will host a special presentation titled More than a Hoarder: Osborn Oldroyd and the Memory of Abraham Lincoln.

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Loudonville Speaker Series returns, focuses on Jesse James

By Mount Vernon News Report | Oct 14, 2024

The Cleo Redd Fisher Museum recently announced the upcoming slate for their Speaker Series; one of the top humanities-focused speaker series in the state. The series invites historians, scientists, researchers, authors and other experts to discuss their findings, stories, and passions with the public.

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In Memoriam: Hunter Norman Wright remembered on his death anniversary (October 4)

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 4, 2024

On October 4, 2021, Hunter Norman Wright, born on May 11, 1986, in Mount Vernon, OH, passed away.

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Knox County Historical Society Museum presents 'Memoirs from the Frontlines of COVID'

By Mount Vernon News Report | Sep 30, 2024

Area residents are invited to attend a special presentation by Fredericktown nurse and best-selling Amazon author, Kim Sloan, BSN, on Wednesday evening, Oct. 9, at 7:30 p.m., to be held at the Knox County Historical Society Museum, 875 Harcourt Road, Mount Vernon.

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This week in Knox County history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Sept. 29-Oct. 5)

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 29, 2024

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