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Mount Vernon Softball returns from Florida trip with growth, bonding, and a perfect record

By Michael Hall | Apr 1, 2025

The Mount Vernon Yellow Jackets varsity softball team returned from their annual Florida trip with more than just a perfect 5-0 record.

Northridge track and field teams open 2025 season in Johnstown

By Mount Vernon News | Apr 1, 2025

The Northridge Track and Field teams kicked off their 2025 season on Saturday, competing against in-conference rivals Utica and Lakewood.

MORPC seeks candidates for District 17 board vacancies

By Mount Vernon News | Apr 1, 2025

The Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) has announced that District 17 is seeking candidates to fill two vacancies on the Natural Resource Assistance Council’s board.

Government events this April in Knox County

By Mount Vernon News | Apr 1, 2025

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

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More measles cases found in Knox County

By Mount Vernon News | Mar 31, 2025

Knox Public Health has confirmed two additional cases of measles in international travelers within Knox County.

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Licking County voters to consider children services replacement tax

By Mount Vernon News | Mar 31, 2025

Licking County residents are set to vote on several initiatives, including a property tax replacement aimed at supporting children's services, fire protection, emergency medical services, and utilities aggregation.

Government events this week in Knox County: March 30 - April 5

By Mount Vernon News | Mar 31, 2025

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

MVN Player of the Week: Daniel Lemaster-Centerburg Baseball

By Mount Vernon News | Mar 31, 2025

In a season-opening game at Madison Plains, Daniel Lemaster of Centerburg delivered a notable performance despite the team's defeat.

Blue Devils strike first but fall to Newark Catholic, 12-2

By Mount Vernon News | Mar 31, 2025

The Blue Devils established an early lead on Saturday but were unable to withstand a robust offensive effort from Newark Catholic, ultimately losing 12-2 in an away game.

No-hitter and home runs: Bocock leads Danville over Shelby

By Mount Vernon News | Mar 31, 2025

Addy Bocock launched two home runs and drove in four runs to lead the Danville Blue Devils to a 12-0 victory over the Shelby Whippets in five innings on Friday.

Danville battles hard in 5-3 loss to Northridge

By Mount Vernon News | Mar 31, 2025

Despite a strong performance from pitcher Nolan Ridgway and timely hitting by Josh Byers, the Danville Varsity Blue Devils narrowly lost 5-3 to Northridge on Friday.

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Licking County approves annexation by City of New Albany

By Mount Vernon News | Mar 30, 2025

The Licking County Board of Commissioners has approved the annexation of approximately 115 acres in Jersey Township to the City of New Albany.

Religious meetings this week in Knox County: March 30 - April 5

By Mount Vernon News | Mar 30, 2025

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

Fredericktown splits doubleheader against Crestview

By Mount Vernon News | Mar 30, 2025

The Fredericktown Freddies softball team split a doubleheader against the Crestview Knights on Saturday.

Entertainment events this week in Knox County: March 30 - April 5

By Mount Vernon News | Mar 30, 2025

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

Mount Vernon shuts out Westerville South, 4-0

By Mount Vernon News | Mar 30, 2025

Behind a dominant pitching performance and a strong showing at the plate from Ezra Kurek, the Yellow Jackets defeated Westerville South 4-0 on Friday.

Northridge Vikings dominate in high-scoring wins

By Mount Vernon News | Mar 30, 2025

The Northridge Vikings softball team delivered a dominant performance this past week, securing three decisive victories, including a combined no-hitter against Franklin Heights.