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Knox County Fair joins statewide food drive

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 17, 2026

The Knox County Fair is joining a statewide youth-led effort to fight hunger by participating in the annual Fight the Hunger, Stock the Trailer contest, which supports local food banks across Ohio.

U.S. Attorney Dominick Gerace announces indictment of Danville man in alleged terror plot

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 17, 2026

A 19-year-old Danville man is among eight men federally indicted for allegedly conspiring to carry out a terrorist attack targeting the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House and assassinate government officials.

Entertainment events this weekend in Knox County: Friday, July 17 - Sunday, July 19

By A. S. Kelley | Jul 16, 2026

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Knox County this weekend.

Local government meetings today in Knox County

By S. K. Holmes | Jul 16, 2026

Knox County Local Government Meetings today.

Local Government Meeting today in Knox County

By S. K. Holmes | Jul 15, 2026

Knox County Local Government Meeting today.

Homer Public Library announces August 2026 schedule of community events

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 15, 2026

Homer Public Library has released its schedule of events for August.

Mount Vernon announces Summer Front Porch Concert Series with local musicians and vendors

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 15, 2026

The City of Mount Vernon is turning East High Street porches into concert stages this summer.

Mount Vernon announces second free family movie night at Ariel-Foundation Park

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 15, 2026

The City of Mount Vernon will host its second free Family Movie Night this Saturday at Ariel-Foundation Park.

Fredericktown caps spring with softball titles, perfect 15U baseball run

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 14, 2026

Fredericktown athletes closed out the spring season in June with championships across softball and baseball, showcasing talent, teamwork, and community pride.

Centerburg launches summer series with concert, youth market

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 14, 2026

Centerburg is kicking off summer with music downtown and looking ahead to a new youth market in August.

Newark City Schools to host Rally in the Alley Aug. 1 with free school supplies, backpacks and immunizations

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 14, 2026

Newark City Schools will host Rally in the Alley on Aug. 1 at The Works, offering families free school supplies, backpacks, community resources and access to back-to-school immunizations ahead of the new academic year.

Licking County investigates Cyclospora cases, warns residents to stay vigilant

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 14, 2026

Health officials in Licking County are urging residents to take precautions after an increase in Cyclospora cases was identified in Ohio, with several infections reported among county residents.

Jurassic Park stomps into Mount Vernon’s summer movie series

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 14, 2026

The City of Mount Vernon is inviting families to gather at Ariel‑Foundation Park this weekend for its second installment of the Free Family Movie Night series, featuring the blockbuster classic Jurassic Park.

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Licking County commissioners dissolve Senior Levy Advisory Board

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 13, 2026

The Licking County Board of Commissioners voted on July 9 to dissolve its Senior Levy Advisory Board as part of plans to change how senior levy funds are reviewed and allocated.