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R&R Bait and Tackle’s Wentzel: ‘This is an ice fisherman's paradise right now’

With the temperatures dropping and the ice thickening, Buckeye Lake is becoming a winter wonderland for ice fishermen, and business is booming for local tackle shop R&R Bait and Tackle.

By Kyle Barnett | Jan 21, 2025

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Ohio 2024-25 ice fishing outlook: Exciting opportunities despite mixed winter forecasts

Ice fishing enthusiasts are gearing up for a promising winter season.

By Mount Vernon News reports | Jan 21, 2025

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South Carolina man pleads guilty to poaching in Knox County

By Mount Vernon News | Jan 14, 2025

A South Carolina man has pleaded guilty in Mount Vernon Municipal Court to 12 violations related to deer and wild turkey hunting in Knox County. He has been ordered to pay restitution and fines and forfeit his hunting implements.

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Knox County Beekeepers offer beginning classes starting Feb. 1

By Mount Vernon News | Jan 6, 2025

The Knox County Beekeepers Association (KCBA) is set to offer its annual Beginner Beekeeping Classes, designed for individuals interested in keeping honeybees but unsure of how to begin.

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CycleNuts Selfie Tour - Bridge of Dreams Tour, Ohio

By Mount Vernon News | Dec 20, 2024

If you're seeking a scenic bikeway ride through wooded countryside, you wouldn’t want to miss this event happening on Dec. 28 and 29.

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Verhovec on coyote hunting: ‘It is the hardest thing you're ever going to hunt’

By Mount Vernon News reports | Nov 27, 2024

Coyotes, considered a nuisance by many, are now the subject of intense management efforts in the state.

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Ohio's deer gun season opens Dec. 2

By Mount Vernon News reports | Nov 26, 2024

Deer gun season is right around the corner in Ohio.

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First annual Ohio Soil Health Week starts Nov. 10

By Mount Vernon News | Nov 4, 2024

The inaugural Ohio Soil Health Week, which kicks off on Sunday, Nov. 10 and runs through Nov. 16, is being celebrated by the Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association (OEFFA), members of its Ohio Soil Health Initiative (OSHI), and their partners.

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ODNR to release ring-necked pheasants at Kokosing Lake Wildlife Area this month

By Mount Vernon News | Oct 11, 2024

More than 14,000 ring-necked pheasants will be released by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources this fall at 36 public hunting areas across Ohio, including Kokosing Lake Wildlife Area.

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84-year-old Keen describes Ariel Park fishing: ‘It is really the best place I’ve ever fished in my entire life’

By Kyle Barnett | Oct 8, 2024

Robert Keen, an 84-year-old fisherman has turned his passion for fishing into a cherished tradition at Ariel Park.

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America's Freedom Lodge takes disabled veterans back to the outdoors

By Mount Vernon News | Sep 30, 2024

America's Freedom Lodge was founded to take disabled veterans back to the outdoors, offering them opportunities such as deer and turkey hunts, fishing tournaments, and other events.

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Danville Outdoors Johnson on deer season: ‘The excitement is higher compared to the last couple of years’

By Kyle Barnett | Sep 28, 2024

Whitney Johnson, the Manager of Danville Outdoors, recently shared insights on the latest changes in hunting regulations, popular gear and tips for the upcoming fall deer season.

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ProFormance Archery’s DeBolt on forthcoming deer archery season: ‘It’s a busy time with all the preparations’

By Kyle Barnett | Sep 28, 2024

As the 2024 archery deer season approaches, Mike DeBolt, owner of ProFormance Archery, finds himself at the heart of a bustling business.

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Mid Ohio Powersports owner Ewart: ‘Our machines are robust, well-built, they have good warranties’

By Kyle Barnett | Jul 22, 2024

Mid Ohio Powersports stands as a hub for all things recreational vehicle-related, catering to a diverse clientele that includes everyone from farmers and contractors to avid trail riders.

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Old Dutchman Bait & Tackle store’s Ashcraft: ‘People are fishing for a lot of catfish’

By Kyle Barnett | Jul 22, 2024

As summer unfolds, central Ohio has been abuzz with anglers engaged in the summer catfishing season.

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PRO-FORMance Archery’s Debolt on summer competitive archery tournaments: ‘It's a fun sport, it's very self gratifying’

By Kyle Barnett | Jun 21, 2024

In the heart of central Ohio, despite deer hunting season being four months away, the sport of archery target shooting is thriving with an array of events that cater to enthusiasts of all levels.

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Anglers advised to adapt to changing conditions during post-spawn bass fishing: ‘It's a bit unpredictable right now’

By Mount Vernon News reports | Jun 20, 2024

As the spring spawn gives way to summer, anglers are adjusting their tactics to continue landing post-spawn largemouth bass across lakes in the region.

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Ohio prepares for National Boating Safety Week: Prioritizing safe practices for summer fun

By Mount Vernon News reports | May 13, 2024

As summer approaches, Ohio residents gear up for leisurely days on the water, but authorities stress the importance of prioritizing safety amid the excitement.

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Knox Marine’s Dalton: ‘May is as good as it gets if you're a walleye guy, if you're a bass guy, a crappie guy’

By Kyle Barnett | May 6, 2024

Anglers across Ohio are gearing up for what promises to be an exceptional month of fishing. As May unfolds its splendor across Ohio's waterways, anticipation runs high among anglers eager to reel in the bounty of the season's offerings.

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Knox Marine's annual Open House showcased seminars with pro fishermen, latest in fishing technology

By Kyle Barnett | Mar 5, 2024

Knox Marine held its annual Open House March 2nd and 3rd.

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