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Mount Vernon, Ohio – Experience Mount Vernon is pleased to announce the hiring of Jess Good as its new part-time Public Space Enhancement Coordinator. In this role, Good will work closely with the organization’s Aesthetics Committee to plan, coordinate, expand, and implement downtown beautification projects that will enhance the overall appearance and vibrancy of Mount Vernon’s historic downtown district. Good brings …
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One dead following an incident on North Division Street in Mount Vernon
On October 26th, 2025 at approximately 6:00 pm, patrol officers from the Mount VernonPolice Department responded to a reported domestic violence incident. The incidentoccurred at a single-family residence located in the 100 block of North Division Street.Upon their arrival, officers located a single adult female victim outside of the residence.Based on the information provided by the victim, including statements that …
Read More »Knox County Commissioners meet Tuesday
10:00 AM Call to Order10:00 AM Departmental Update – Knox County Transit Knox County Transit Weekly Trip Count for September/October 2025.10:30 AM Departmental Update – Knox County Human Resources Knox County Human Resources Monthly Update Report for October 2025.Resolutions to be Presented Approve Support Letter for Bladensburg Fire District Grant Application. Approve Contractor’s Application for Payment No. 2 from Small’s …
Read More »MVNU celebrates opening of Vazquez Family Collaboratory
Mount Vernon Nazarene University officially opened the Vazquez Family Collaboratory, a transformative initiative supporting the Fairbanks Center for Global Engagement, in the Stephen W. Nease Center on Friday, Oct. 17. The Collaboratory was established through a generous endowment from Juan and Ines Vazquez and their family. “This will stand as a living testament to the Vazquez family’s faith and service,” …
Read More »“KCCC’s Student Services Department Awarded RAMP Up Ohio Award”
Mount Vernon, OH – The Knox County Career Center’s (KCCC) Student ServicesDepartment was awarded the 2025 Ohio School Counselor Association (OSCA) RAMP Up OhioAward at the Ohio School Counselor Conference. KCCC was one of two schools to earn thisaward. Derek Fisher, HS Principal over Student Services, commented, “Congratulations to Mrs.Nowicki & Mrs. Bush (our school counselors) for being awarded the …
Read More »No. 12 Women’s Volleyball Overpowers Goshen on Senior Day
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio. – The No. 12 Mount Vernon Nazarene University women’s volleyball team (20-7, 11-4 CL) hosted Goshen College (7-21, 2-13 CL) on Senior Day in Ariel Arena on Saturday, October 25. Prior to the match, MVNU honored its decorated senior class of Faith Maloney, Ashley Merrick, Reagan Nuss, Grace Pratt, and Jaelyn Tang. The class is responsible for 109 …
Read More »Mount Vernon City Council meets Monday
City CouncilLegislative Session10/27/2025 7:30 PMCouncil Chambers40 Public Square Mount Vernon, OH 43050Downloads: Agenda Agenda PacketI.Committee Meetings1.Committee Meeting Schedule 10-27-2025II.MEETING WILL RECESS UNTIL 7:30 P.M.III.Call to Order1.Roll CallIV.InvocationV.Pledge of AllegianceVI.Acceptance of Minutes1.Minutes of Oct 13, 2025 7:30 PMVII.Receive Petitions and CommunicationsVIII.Receive Committee Reports1.Streets and Public Buildings Minutes 2025-10-13IX.Liquor Control LicenseX.ProclamationXI.Persons speaking on Matters of City ConcernXII.Resolutions for Third Reading1.2025-95 : A Resolution Authorizing the …
Read More »The Area Development Foundation Recognized with Multiple Statewide Honors at 2025 OEDA Annual Summit
Mount Vernon, OH – October 23, 2025 – The Area Development Foundation (ADF) of Knox Countywas recognized in multiple categories at the 2025 Ohio Economic Development Association (OEDA)Annual Summit held in Akron, Ohio. The Foundation took home two statewide awards and was nameda finalist for a third, marking an exceptional year of achievement and impact for the organization andthe Knox …
Read More »Trojans and Freddies battle for top of KMAC, Indians try to get a piece too and Mount Vernon plays for a Conference Title chance too
Week 10 High School Football Previews Centerburg at Fredericktown for the FreddyBurg Trophy GAME ON WMVO RADIO AND WMVO YOUTUBE CHANNEL The Centerburg Trojans boasts a record of 8-1 and they are 6-0 in the KMAC going into Friday’s game on the road against Fredericktown. The Freddies are also 8-1 but their loss was in conference to Mount Gilead so …
Read More »MVNU reports strong enrollment growth
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University is celebrating significant enrollment growth and deepening partnerships with Nazarene churches across the East Central field, marking a period of remarkable growth since 2023. The university has experienced a 24.21 percent increase in total enrollment, including growth from 1,789 Full-Time Equivalent students in fall 2023 to 2,146 FTE in fall 2025. This …
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