Local News

On Thursday in Knox County Common Pleas Court Gary Thomas Keesee’s attorney Sam Shamansky argued to lower Keesee’s two million dollar bond to assist in his own defense ahead of his November 18th trial. Keesee has been in jail since the Friday before Easter and is facing nearly thirty counts of rape. Judge Richard Wetzel agreed to reduce the bond …

Mount Gilead – Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper Richard J. Tocash has been selected2025 Trooper of the Year at the Mount Gilead Post. The selection of Trooper Tocash is in recognition of outstanding service during 2025 at the Mount Gilead Post. Fellow officers stationed at the Mount Gilead Post, chose Trooper Tocash based on leadership abilities, professional ethics, courteous treatment …

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio—The annual Food For The Hungry Drive officially kicked off on Friday morning, Nov. 7, as a community-wide effort to raise food and funds for Interchurch Social Services, The Salvation Army, and other organizations throughout the county with food assistance initiatives. In Food For The Hungry’s (FFTH) 44th year of helping the community, it has established a financial Drive …

Voter turnout was just 24.18 percent in Knox County Tuesday in the General Election. Mount Vernon City Council President Bruce Hawkins ran unopposed yet he garnered 1,469 votes. Daniel Brinkman also ran unopposed for Mount Vernon City Auditor. Amber Keener and Mel Severns were re elected to Mount Vernon City Council and they were joined by newcomer Dale Miller who …

10:00 AM Call to Order10:00 AM OneOhio Opioid Funding Applications – Review and Recommendations with KaySpergel and Lisa LloydResolutions to be Presented Authorize Bethany Celmar, Knox County Transit Director, to Execute and File OhioDepartment of Transportation (ODOT) Grant Documents. Approve Certification for Collection of Delinquent Water and Wastewater Accounts tothe Knox County Auditor for Placement Upon Property Taxes.Approval of Transfer …

MOUNT VERNON, OH — Place 4 Grace is thrilled to once again invite the communityto its annual Flannel Fest on Friday, November 7, 2025. This year’s event will be heldat Lakeholm Church of the Nazarene, located at 16001 Glen Road in Mount Vernon. Doors open at 6:15 p.m., with a chili dinner beginning at 6:30 p.m. Guests will enjoyan inspiring …

Mount Vernon, Ohio – Presented by Park National Bank and Experience Mount Vernon, Winter in Downtown is a festive line-up of community events that fill the heart of Mount Vernon with light, laughter, and holiday spirit. From small business shopping to twinkling lights and visits with Santa, there’s something for everyone. Shop Small Saturday Hosted by the Mount Vernon Downtown Merchants Saturday, November …

9:30 AM Call to Order9:30 AM Mid Ohio Regional Planning Commission Update Mid Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) Annual Update.10:00 AM Departmental Update – Knox County Sheriff Knox County Sheriff Monthly Report for October 2025.10:30 AM Departmental Update – Knox County Park District Knox County Park District Quarterly Report.Resolutions to be Presented Approve Expedited Type 2 Annexation of 85.407 acres …

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 …