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Knox County-The Knox County Sheriff’s Office new K9 – Argo- and handler Rich have graduated from the K9 training school; Storm Dog Tactical, according to the Sheriff.  Argo and Deputy Rich Wise attended weeks of classroom and field training and graduated last week. Argo and Deputy Wise are currently assigned patrol duties in the county.  The dual-Purpose handler’s course covers topics …

Knox County – Central Ohio Technical College presented a Knox County Sheriff Deputy graduate with its highest honor, the Officer Thomas W. Cottrell Jr. Award for Character and Dedication to Public Service.  Joshua Snodgrass of St. Louisville received the Cottrell Award. Joshua was the Knox County Sheriff’s Office most recent COTC Law-Enforcement Academy graduate class BAS25-007  The Officer Thomas W. …

The purpose of the Knox Community Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship is to provide scholarship support to Knox County high school or college students who are pursuing or plan to pursue an undergraduate degree in the Health Care field. Applications were reviewed and selected by the Knox Community Hospital Scholarship Committee, based on their scholastic standing, community involvement, and financial need. This year, 12 …

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio—Food For The Hungry celebrates its fifth year of summer grants to help organizations throughout Knox County eliminate food insecurity during the summer. Since starting the summer grant program in 2020, money for the grants came from funds that exceeded the Drive Goal. After four years of waiting to see if support exceeded the goals to fund summer grants, …

Knox County Career Center‘s Collision Repair lab hosted a car show in support of Food For The Hungry on May 10th and raised $1,303! 80 vehicles were registered for the show, and hundreds of people attended. The Culinary Arts lab raised additional support for FFTH through their food stand at the event. Thank you to all those who came out to …

Downloads: Agenda  Agenda Packet I.Committee Meetings1.05-27-25 Committee Meeting ScheduleII.MEETING WILL RECESS UNTIL 7:30 P.M.III.Call to Order1.Roll CallIV.InvocationV.Pledge of AllegianceVI.Acceptance of MinutesVII.Receive Petitions and CommunicationsVIII.Receive Committee ReportsIX.Liquor Control LicenseX.ProclamationXI.Persons Speaking on Matters of City ConcernXII.Resolutions for Third ReadingXIII.Resolutions for Second Reading1.2025-57 : A Resolution to Adjust Appropriations for Current Expenses for the City of Mount Vernon, State of Ohio, During Fiscal Year Ending, …

Mount Vernon – The Mount Gilead Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigatinga fatal traffic crash that occurred on Monday, May 26, 2025 at 00:51 AM, on State Route229 near milepost 7 in Clinton Township, Knox County. Ryan Carlisle, age 35 of Centerburg, Ohio, was operating a 2016 Ram 3500 westbound onState Route 229. Mr. Carlisle failed to …

Knox County Ohio May 23, 2025 – As we gear up for the summer boating season, the Knox County Sheriff’s Office and the Sea Tow FoundationTM are excited to remind boaters about the importance of wearing life jackets while out on the water. To help ensure a safe and enjoyable boating experience, the Knox County Sheriff’s Office life jacket loaner …

Mount Vernon, OH – The Knox County Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to invite the public to four unique ribbon cutting celebrations, each spotlighting local businesses and community spaces that enrich our region. These events are open to everyone—come out to support your neighbors, explore something new, and enjoy the festivities!Rosie’s Rest Stop – Centerburg, OH108 North Hartford Avenue, CenterburgFriday, …

Ahoy, Mount Vernon! The City invites all landlubbers,scallywags and seaworthy souls to Riverside Park on Saturday, May 24, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1p.m., for the grand opening of Captain Hunter’s Landing, a brand-new, pirate-themed splash padsure to shiver your timbers and cool ye down! Come enjoy a splashin’ good time with free pizza, pirate-themed fun, and adventures fit for …