MOUNT VERNON, OHIO—Experience Mount Vernon is thrilled to kick off the summer event season with the first First Friday of 2025, proudly presented by Edward Jones of Mount Vernon, on Friday, June 6 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the heart of Downtown Mount Vernon! This month’s theme, “Happy 220th Birthday Mount Vernon,” is a full-blown birthday bash for our …
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Bolton indicted for involvement in March Fatal Crash in Knox County
On Monday, Aaron Bolton was indicted by the Knox County Grand Jury for F2 Agg Vehicular Homicide, F3 Agg Vehicular Assault and 2 counts of DUI for the alcohol related accident that occurred on SR 229 in March. Bolton will be arraigned in Knox County Common Pleas Court May 14th at 1:30pm. BELOW IS THE ORIGINAL RELEASE BY THE OHIO …
Read More »Habitat for Humanity of Knox County Now Accepting Homeownership Applications
Mount Vernon, OH – May 5, 2025 – Habitat for Humanity of Knox County is pleased toannounce that the application cycle for its Homeownership Program is now open. Applicationsare available at www.hfhknoxoh.org, where interested individuals and families can also findimportant details about the program and the qualifications required to apply.Habitat’s Homeownership Program is designed to assist individuals and families in …
Read More »Paperless Utility Billing Reverted to Mailed Paper Bills in Mount Vernon
MOUNT VERNON, May 5, 2025 – The City of Mount Vernon Utility Billing Office would like to inform allcustomers that, due to a software issue, accounts previously enrolled in paperless billing for water,wastewater and stormwater services have been mistakenly reverted to mailed paper billing. Please note: This issue does not affect any ACH or automatic billing accounts. If you are …
Read More »Knox County Commissioners to meet Tuesday
10:00 AM Call to Order10:00 AM Public Hearing for Salt Brine Application from TD Petroleum10:15 AM – Palmer Energy – Bob Snavely – Knox County Aggregate ProgramResolutions to be Presented Approve Salt Brine Application from TD Petroleum. Proclaim May 4th through May 10th, 2025, as Public Service Recognition Week. Approve Memorandum of Understanding between the Ohio Department ofTransportation (ODOT), the …
Read More »State Supreme Rules on decision in Wilhelm Case involving bail money
A rare legal case in Ohio has resulted in multiple law enforcement agencies receiving reimbursement from a one hundred thousand dollar bond forfeiture. Randy Wilhelm, who faced serious charges including felonious assault and was a known firearms collector, failed to appear for his court hearing, leading to a large-scale police response In 2022. Agencies from across central Ohio, including the …
Read More »Michael Greywolf to be sentenced on Rape Charges Thursday in Knox County Common Pleas Court
Knox County Prosecutor Chip McConville gave an update on Michael Greywolf, who last month was found guilty of rape charges. Greywolf was found guilty of two counts of rape, including forcible rape and rape of a person under thirteen years of age. These convictions come with severe penalties, especially as Greywolf was also declared a sexually violent predator due to …
Read More »KCH Recognizes National Nurses Week
National Nurses Month, celebrated in May, is a time to recognize and honor the contributions of nurses. A week-long celebration from May 6-12 is known as National Nurses Week, and the month of May is dedicated to acknowledging their vital role in healthcare. They know firsthand what their patients need to be safe and comfortable and how to improve their quality of …
Read More »Free Community Car Seat Checks
KCH is partnering with Safe Kids Worldwide to host a FREE drive-up car seat check on Saturday, May 17 from 10 AM – 2 PM in the Wright Family Medical Pavilion main parking lot. Getting car seats checked is crucial because it ensures proper installation and use, significantly reducing the risk of serious injury or death in a crash. Our …
Read More »MOUNT VERNON TURNS 220! CELEBRATE AT JUNE FIRST FRIDAY ON JUNE 6th!
MOUNT VERNON, OHIO—Experience Mount Vernon is thrilled to kick off the summer event season with the first First Friday of 2025, proudly presented by Edward Jones of Mount Vernon, on Friday, June 6 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the heart of Downtown Mount Vernon! This month’s theme, “Happy 220th Birthday Mount Vernon,” is a full-blown birthday bash for our …
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