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RE: Legislation Passed by Mount Vernon City Council, November 27, 2023 Public Notice The following legislation was passed by Mount Vernon City Council on November 27, 2023,signed by Bruce E. Hawkins, President of Council, approved by Matthew Starr, Mayor,attested by Todd Hill, Clerk of Council. The legislation is on file with the Clerk of Council,40 Public Square, Mount Vernon, Ohio …

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Esther Jetter Preschool has expanded its social-emotional learning experience and classroom technology thanks to a grant from the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.  The preschool received $76,400 in funding as part of Ohio’s efforts to stabilize childcare programs across the state, defraying costs associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, including workplace …

Two Found Guilty on November 27, 2023 MOUNT VERNON – Judge John Thatcher found two guilty after hearings were held inthe Mount Vernon Municipal Court on November 27, 2023.Chadwick Wolfe, 22, of Mount Vernon, was found guilty of disorderly conduct.Julian Highman, 36, of Mount Vernon, was found guilty of failure to disclose personalinformation.First Assistant Law Director Brittany Whitney prosecuted the …

Knox Public Health has received a $27,500 grant from the Ohio Department of Public Safety to promote traffic safety awareness in Knox County. This annual competitive funding is used to coordinate initiatives led by the Knox County Safe Communities Coalition, which KPH coordinates. There are five traffic strategies that the Safe Communities Grant is focusing on and they are: Impaired …

MOUNT VERNON — In Spring 2023, Executive Director of Interchurch Social Services (ISS) of Knox County Carolyn Fergus called Food For The Hungry’s Interim Board President Austin Swallow with a proposal. ISS is a FFTH Community Partner that receives continuous support from FFTH. However, ISS required additional funds for a new refrigerator to store fresh meat and produce for its pantry …

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University President Dr. Carson Castleman is pleased to announce the appointment of Johnna (Tidyman) Vanover to the position of Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing, effective Jan. 8, 2024. With a wealth of experience exceeding 13 years in Christian higher education enrollment, Vanover brings a proven track record of success, including nine years …

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University is excited to launch a new two-year certificate program designed to support high school graduates with intellectual disabilities.  The residential program, called Independence and Growth Nurtured through Integrated Training and Education (IGNITE), focuses on academics, independent living, self-determination, and employment. Participants in IGNITE will also fully engage in Spiritual Formation and Residential …

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio hunters checked 19,359 white-tailed deer during the opening day of gun hunting season on Monday, Nov. 27, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. Ohio’s seven-day gun season is open until Sunday, Dec. 3, and a two-day gun season is open on Dec. 16-17. This year’s opening day harvest total includes 7,676 antlered …

Information about your weight is important, especially for those who struggle to maintain a healthy weight. Join us for a free “Doc Talk” on Thursday, November 30, from 5 to 6 pm. Amy Ferenbaugh, APRN-CNP, will bring us an informative discussion on obesity treatment options. She will discuss what makes obesity a disease and not a lifestyle choice. She will also go over …

MOUNT VERNON — Place 4 Grace held their sixth annual Flannel Fest fundraiser on November 3rd, 2023, at Lakeholm Church of the Nazarene, in Mount Vernon, Ohio. With the help of On the Rise BBQ, North Main Cafe, and an anonymous donor a wonderful meal was catered for the event. This is just one of the many ways the community …