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Mount Vernon hosts dog-themed First Friday event with parade and entertainment

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 9, 2025

Downtown Mount Vernon is set to host the August First Friday event, themed "Dog Days of Summer," on August 1 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. The event, sponsored by Griffin Insurance, will feature live entertainment, food trucks, and activities for...

Mount Vernon Nazarene University's men's soccer team announces 2025 schedule

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 9, 2025

The Mount Vernon Nazarene University men's soccer team has released its schedule for the 2025 season.

Youth summer reading program celebration scheduled at Mount Vernon public library

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 9, 2025

The Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County is set to host its 2025 Youth Summer Reading Program Celebration.

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Few of the 10,000 plus 911 calls in Knox made on landlines

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 8, 2025

Knox County 911 Operations Director Laura Webster informed the Knox County Board of Commissioners during its July 8 meeting that only 51 out of the 10,417 calls made to 911 in June were from landlines.

Knox County IT migrates court clerk's servers, strengthening email security

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 8, 2025

Knox County Chief Information Officer (CIO) Kyle Webb informed the Board of Commissioners during their July 8 meeting that the IT Department has completed the clerk of court's server migration and installed new computers in various offices.

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Agreement for behavioral health coordinator at Knox County Jail approved

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 8, 2025

The Knox County Commissioners have approved an agreement to support a behavioral health service coordinator at the Knox County Jail.

Local Government Meetings today in Knox County

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 8, 2025

Knox County Local Government Meetings today.

Mount Vernon Fire fighters complete paramedic training while balancing job demands

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 8, 2025

Firefighters have successfully completed paramedic school, marking a significant achievement in their careers.

Red Cross urges immediate blood donations amid summer challenges

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 8, 2025

The American Red Cross is calling on donors to give blood or platelets immediately to maintain a strong blood supply during the summer months.

Fredericktown Library hosts end-of-summer reading program party

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 8, 2025

The Fredericktown Community Library is hosting a party to mark the end of its Summer Reading Program.

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Free mulch, firewood available from Knox County

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 7, 2025

Knox County residents have the opportunity to undertake significant projects with free mulch available from the Knox County yard waste-compost area on Thayer Road.

Mount Vernon High School Softball kicks off freshmen camp July 7

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 7, 2025

Incoming Mount Vernon High School students in the Class of 2029 are invited to begin their Jackets softball journey on Monday, July 7, with Freshmen Camp.

Hard Work Pays Off: Danville football names offseason standouts

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 7, 2025

The Danville Blue Devils football program recently took a moment to recognize the athletes who excelled during the offseason.

Local Government Meetings today in Knox County

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 7, 2025

Knox County Local Government Meetings today.

Government events this week in Knox County: July 6-12

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 7, 2025

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

Kenyon College partners with Habitat for Humanity on Project Playhouse campaign

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 7, 2025

This year, the Project Playhouse campaign continued its efforts to bring joy to children while supporting Habitat home construction in Knox County.

Danville library hosts summer reading program party on July 10

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 7, 2025

The Danville Community Library, in collaboration with the Friends of the Public Library of Mount Vernon & Knox County, is hosting a party for participants of their Summer Reading Program.