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Join The Woodward Opera House as we welcome back to our stage the amazingSTEFANO!Stefano May is an internationally acclaimed Italian singer, songwriter, and piano virtuosoknown for his fusion of soul, pop, and classical music. He began classical piano training atage seven and quickly rose to prominence, performing on major Italian TV shows andcollaborating with renowned director Franco Zeffirelli and filmmaker …

MOUNT VERNON, OH – The Knox County Fair has been selected to grace the cover of the Ohio Department of Development’s official 2025 Summer Guide, https://ohio.org/home/seasons/summer/summer-events . This prestigious placement highlights the fair’s significance as a premier Ohio summer event and its appeal to visitors from across the state and beyond. The Ohio Department of Development’s Summer Guide is a comprehensive resource showcasing …

31 year old Aaron Bolton of Mount Vernon was given a recognizance bond in court on Wednesday in Knox County. Bolton is facing two counts of OVI, a count of Aggravated Vehicular Homicide and a county of Aggravated Vehicular Assault. In court his attorney, Brandon Crunkilton, asked for a jury trial and recognizance bond which the state did not have …

(COLUMBUS) – State Representatives Beth Lear (R-Galena) and Josh Williams (R-Sylvania Twp.) recently introduced House Bill 262 – legislation that designates the weeks between Mother’s Day and Father’s Day as “Natural Family Month.” “At a time when marriage is trending downward and young couples are often choosing to remain childless, it’s important for the State of Ohio to make a …

MOUNT VERNON, May 13, 2025 – The City of Mount Vernon’s outdoor warning sirens are scheduled to betested between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 14, 2025. Bender Communications plansto test the sirens’ panels, and while it does not anticipate the sirens being activated during the work, that is apossibility.The maintenance will be postponed if …

Legislation Passed by Mount Vernon City Council, May 12, 2025 Public Notice The following legislation was passed by Mount Vernon City Council on May 12, 2025,signed by Bruce Hawkins, President of Council, approved by Matthew Starr, Mayor, attestedby Todd Hill, Clerk of Council. The legislation is on file with the Clerk of Council, 40 PublicSquare, Mount Vernon, Ohio for public …

10:00 AM Call to Order10:00 AM CORSA Renewal Update with Micheal Percy and Ali Redmond10:30 AM Departmental Update – Knox County I.T. Department11:00 AM Tax Increment Financing Discussion with Mayor Matt Starr and Area DevelopmentFoundation President Sam FilkinsResolutions to be Presented Appoint Sam Filkins, President of the Area Development Foundation (ADF), as theKnox County Board of Commissioners Designee/Representative for the …

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — In a celebration of academic achievement, Mount Vernon Nazarene University proudly recognized 421 graduates during its 65th Commencement ceremonies on May 3, 2025, in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium. The ceremonies celebrated the achievements of both traditional on-campus students and those who completed online programs through the School of Graduate and Professional Studies and the International Executive …

Downloads: Agenda  Agenda Packet I.Committee Meetings1.05-12-25 Committee Meeting ScheduleII.MEETING WILL RECESS UNTIL 7:30 P.M.III.Call to Order1.Roll CallIV.InvocationV.Pledge of AllegianceVI.Acceptance of Minutes1.Minutes of Apr 28, 2025 7:30 PMVII.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 Reading1.2025-50 : A Resolution Authorizing and Directing the Safety-Service Director to Accept the Proposal and Enter into …

Date: May 8, 2025Contact: Tricia Mullins, Administrative AssistantOffice: 740-393-9501 The following is a list of city streets to be swept. The Street Department is asking forcooperation from residents in having their automobiles moved on the day their street isscheduled for sweeping. Next week’s schedule is as follows:NOTE: This schedule is subject to change or cancellation. Monday – March 12 West …