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Knox Community Jazz Orchestra Swings Out of Winter with a Concert at the Woodward Opera House

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio – The Knox Community Jazz Orchestra returns to theWoodward Opera House stage on Friday, March 21, with a concert of old favoritesand striking new arrangements. Titled “Shake That Cabin Fever,” the concert will celebrate the end of arigorous winter and the coming of warmer, longer days. Admission is free, withdonations accepted at the door. The performance will …

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“Doc Talk: Is The Anterior Hip Replacement For You?”

Join us for a free Doc Talk on Thursday, March 20, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. Jarrett Helming, DO is now offering the Anterior (front) Hip Replacement surgery that is less invasive and allows you to go home the same day. Learn more about what the surgery entails and who qualifies. This event is open to the community and will be held in …

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MVNU Splits Doubleheader at Home with USF 

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio. — The Mount Vernon Nazarene University softball team (9-7, 2-5 CL) played at the Cougar Softball Field and took on the Lady Cougars from the University of Saint Francis (11-4, 4-1 CL) in a conference match-up on Tuesday, March 18.   Game 1 Summary:  Saint Francis jumped to an early lead against MVNU with a two-run home run …

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Hulsey’s team-leading results call for conference honor

CLEVELAND – After leading the Kenyon College men’s golf team in a stacked field at the Tiger Invitational early last week, junior Will Hulsey earned the North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC) Athlete of the Week honor, the second of his career.  The two-round invitational was held at Forest Creek Golf Club in Pinehurst, North Carolina, and Hulsey led the Owls …

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City Conducts EPA-Required Water Service Line Inventory

MOUNT VERNON, March 17, 2025 – The City of Mount Vernon is actively conducting an inventory of itswater service lines as mandated by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (OEPA). This effort is part ofa statewide mandate requiring all public water systems in Ohio to identify and document water service linematerials to ensure the continued safety and quality of drinking water. …

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Knox County Commissioners meet Monday Night

10:00 AM Call to OrderDepartmental Updates10:00 AM Knox County Water and Wastewater Water and Wastewater Projects for 2025.10:30 AM Knox County Board of ElectionsResolutions to be Presented Approve the Bid Award for the Knox County Engineer – 2025 Roadside MowingProgram to Running G Farms LLC. Approve Utility Permit from Knox Energy Cooperative Association for 1240 AppleValley Drive in Howard Township. …

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Brown, Soric secure USTFCCCA All-Region awards

NEW ORLEANS, La. — Kenyon College’s indoor track and field team had two student-athletes tabbed as All-Region honorees by the United States Track and Field Cross and Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA). Senior Paula Soric and junior Anna Brown landed on the All-Region ledger to close the indoor campaign. The USTFCCCA divides NCAA Division III institutions into ten regions, with Kenyon …

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MVNU Softball Defeated by Knights  

The Mount Vernon Nazarene University softball team (9-6, 2-4 CL) traveled to Indianapolis, Indiana to take on the No.11 Marian University Knights (15-3, 5-1) on Monday, March 17.   Game 1 Summary:  The Knights took an early lead over the Lady Cougars, scoring one run in the second inning and adding two more in the third to make it 3-0. In the …

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Road Closures to Affect Mount Vernon Drivers

Road ClosureLocation: Mansfield Ave.Between: Nash Street and Belmont StreetReason for Closure: Gas line installation Road is open for emergency traffic. Start: 3/18/2025 7:00:00 AMEnd: 3/19/2025 5:00:00 PM Comments: All Buses and Emergency Vehicles will be able to get through Please call Bryce at 419-566-4911 if you have questions regarding this closure. Road ClosureLocation: Nash StreetBetween: North Mulberry Street and Mansfield …

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Korosec and Giakoumas lead Team Tyler to Senior Showcase Victory

On Friday Night Knox County Senior Boys and Girls Basketball Players took the court for possibly the last time and the Boys game ended with a 55-42 win for Team Tyler. The game was close throughout as Isaiah Columber hit a three to open scoring before Nikos Giakoumas answered for Team Tyler. Jack Lawrence made it 5-3 Team Tyler with …

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