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Local government meetings today in Knox County

By S. K. Holmes | Jul 2, 2026

Knox County Local Government Meetings today.

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Government events this July in Knox County

By S. K. Holmes | Jun 30, 2026

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

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Mount Vernon Fire Department offers free Fire Safety Checks, seeks fan donations to keep residents cool

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 30, 2026

Mount Vernon Fire Department is rolling out free Fire Safety Checks while launching its annual fan drive to help residents stay safe and cool this summer.

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Local Government Meeting today in Knox County

By S. K. Holmes | Jun 30, 2026

Knox County Local Government Meeting today.

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Knox Sheriff's Office approaches full staffing

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 29, 2026

Knox County Sheriff Daniel Weckesser reported progress toward full staffing during a recent Board of Commissioners meeting.

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Mount Vernon plans urban renewal for Public Square

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 29, 2026

The Mount Vernon City Council designated Taugher block as an urban renewal area on June 22.

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Mount Vernon approves contract for St. Vincent de Paul School cop

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 29, 2026

The Mount Vernon City Council approved hiring a full-time resource officer for St. Vincent de Paul School on June 22.

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Knox County announces government events for June 28 - July 4

By S. K. Holmes | Jun 29, 2026

Scheduled events in Knox County for this week include the following.

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Mount Vernon and Kenyon College host Washington Forum on protecting Ohio's resources

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 28, 2026

The sixth installment of the Washington Forum will be held on Tuesday, June 30, at The Gathering.

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American Heritage Park welcomes Blue Star Family Bell Circle

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 28, 2026

The American Heritage Park will be home to the new "Let Freedom Ring Blue Star Family Bell Circle," a symbol of honoring Blue Star Families.

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MVN 07.13 to 07.19 Gov

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 27, 2026

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Knox County's local government meeting today at 10 am

By S. K. Holmes | Jun 25, 2026

Knox County Local Government Meeting today.

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Mount Vernon Police Department alerts community against scam calls impersonating officers

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 23, 2026

Mount Vernon Police are warning residents to be on alert after reports of fraudulent phone calls from individuals posing as department personnel.

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Local Government Meeting today in Knox County

By S. K. Holmes | Jun 23, 2026

Knox County Local Government Meeting today — event starts at 10 am.

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Knox County strives to keep foster children close to home

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 22, 2026

Knox County Job & Family Services director Scott Boone reported progress on keeping local foster children within their communities during a June 18 board meeting.

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Licking awards $4.5 million bid for Columbus Road bridge project

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 22, 2026

The Licking County Board of Commissioners has awarded a $4.5 million contract for rehabilitating the Columbus Road Bridge to Suburban Maintenance & Construction.

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Bids opened for construction of Knox Water & Wastewater offices

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 22, 2026

The Knox County Board of Commissioners opened six bids on June 18 for constructing new water and wastewater offices near Apple Valley.

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Amy Seward appointed Knox County Emergency Management Director, succeeds James DeChant

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 22, 2026

Amy Seward has been appointed director of the Knox County Emergency Management Agency, succeeding James T. DeChant and continuing the county’s focus on preparedness and response.