Mount Vernon at Newark The Mount Vernon Yellow Jackets are coming off a home loss to Marion Harding to open the season 21-14 last week. Mason Richards had 91 yards rushing and two touchdowns and the Jackets got a lot of young talent in the game. Newark defeated Licking Heights 56-21. Quarterback Bodie Smith was 17/20 passing for 241 yards …

A Mount Vernon Catholic School has released a statement regarding safety amid a deadly shooting at a Mass in Minnesota Wednesday. Below is a statement sent to parents and guardians of students from Saint Vincent De Paul School in Mount Vernon. Under that is a statement from the Superintendent of Catholic schools Dear Saint Vincent de Paul School Families:   …

10:00 AM Call to Order10:00 AM Departmental Update – Knox County Sheriff Knox County Sheriff’s Monthly Report for August 2025Resolutions to be Presented Approve Contractor Agreement with Modern Builders, Inc., for the Knox CountySheriff’s Office Maintenance Building Project, in the amount of $267,880.00, andAuthorize Jason Booth, County Administrator, as a Signing Agent for all documentsrelated to the Knox County Sheriff’s …

Mount Vernon, OH – The Knox County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce three ribbon cutting ceremonies taking place throughout September – all located on Coshocton Avenue. These events are a wonderful opportunity to connect with business owners, explore new spaces, and show your support for Knox County’s continued economic growth. We invite all residents, professionals, and community supporters …

HOWELL, Mich. – The Mount Vernon Nazarene University women’s soccer team (2-0) defeated Cleary University (0-2) at Lake Trust Stadium by a score of 2-0 on Wednesday, August 27. After a scoreless first half of play, MVNU got on the board with Alexis Hoffman’s third goal of the season, putting it up 1-0 in the 48th minute. Sophomore, Ally Martini extended MVNU’s lead …

COLUMBUS – State Representative Beth Lear (R-Galena) is pleased to share that the month of September officially marks the beginning of Ohio’s fall hunting season. “Ohio’s hunters play an important role in conservation, keeping our herds and flocks at healthy numbers to avoid disease and overpopulation,” said Rep. Lear. “I wish all of you happy and safe hunting!” The Ohio …

(MOUNT VERNON) After receiving the results of an extensive investigation by OhioBCI, Knox County Prosecutor Chip McConville has concluded that no grand jury reviewis necessary in a June incident that left two Butler Township residents dead. “The BCIinvestigation found that the incident amounted to a murder-suicide,” McConville said. When Knox County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the reported domesticincident on Busenberg …

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Choral Union is beginning preparation for its 57th presentation of Handel’s Messiah. The performance will be on Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium. Though traditionally performed in early December, this year’s performance will lead into a time of Thanksgiving and is considered a kickoff to the Christmas season. Year …

Mount Vernon, OH – Habitat for Humanity of Knox County is excited to announce the openingof its Homeowner Application Cycle beginning September 1, 2025. Local families who aredreaming of safe, stable, and affordable housing are encouraged to apply by September 30,2025. Applications will be available online at www.hfhknoxoh.org, as well as in person at the Habitatfor Humanity ReStore, located at …

Fredericktown Local Schools Superintendent Gary Chapman: -The Freddies Cross Country has to suspend their signature race the Denny Stevens Invitational at the Kokosing as the Army Corp has come in to do construction so that site is unavailable. They are continuing to work on the schedule and they are scheduled to host the KMAC Meet. The Bus Garage work is …