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Measles Outbreak in Knox County, 14 Confirmed Cases

As of April 8, 2025, there are now a total of 14 confirmed cases, seven of which are Ohio residents, linked to the initial case of measles in Knox County. These individuals have isolated and their symptoms are being monitored throughout their isolation periods. Knox Public Health (KPH) has been working with identified exposures since contact tracing began and they …

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Knox County Commissioners to be on Radio, have meeting

10:00 AM WMVO Radio Line10:30 AM Call to Order10:30 AM Departmental Update – Knox County I.T. Department I.T. Monthly Report for March 2025Resolutions to be Presented Proclaim April 13 – 19, 2025, as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. Approve Advertisement in the Mount Vernon News for a Legal Notice – Request forProposals for Participants Eligible for Knox County Department of …

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Knox County Trial to begin Tuesday, update on Smart and Yoder cases

A trial for Michael Graywolf will begin on Tuesday in Knox County Common Pleas Court. Graywolf is charged with two counts of rape of a child, a count of rape of a child under 13. Graywolf is facing Life in Prison if convicted. Knox County Prosecutor Chip McConville expects the trial to last throughout the week. Patrick Yoder is charged …

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KNOX COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Recognized for Excellence in Training Management

Mount Vernon, Oh, April 7th 2025 – The Knox County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce today that ithas been recognized for excellence in training management in 2024 by Lexipol, the leading provider ofsolutions that empower performance excellence in public safety. This is the fourth consecutive year TheKnox County Sheriff’s Office has earned this recognition.The Lexipol Connect program tracks and …

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Gambier Village Council to meet tonight

Gambier Village CouncilApril 7, 20257:00 P.M.Regular MeetingAgendaCall Meeting to OrderPledge of AllegianceRoll Call of Council by Fiscal OfficerApproval of March 3, 2025 Council Meeting MinutesApproval of March Bills PaidOpen to the AudienceMayor’s ReportAdministrator’s ReportFiscal Officer’s ReportSolicitor’s ReportCommittee reportsCouncil Business: Resolution 2025-05 Resolution approving the Delaware Knox Marion Morrow SolidWaste Management Plan- 3rd reading Resolution 2025-08 Resolution authorizing the Village to …

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Una Voce set to perform spring concert

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Una Voce Chamber Choir will present a spring concert on Saturday, April 12, at 11 a.m. at The historic Quarry Chapel, 10930 Quarry Road, Gambier, Ohio.  The concert is free and open to the public. Una Voce, an a cappella chamber choir, consists of 20 auditioned members under the direction of Mrs. …

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Man in custody following Apple Valley Home Invasion

THE SUSPECT WAS IDENTIFIED AS 29 YEAR OLD DOMINIC ANTONIO MCDONALD. MOUNT VERNON MUNICIPAL COURT RECORDS SHOW MCDONALD BOND IS SET AT 100,000 DOLLARS WITHOUT THE 10 PERCENT PROVISION. HIS NEXT HEARING IS SET FOR APRIL 7TH

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Knox County Commissioners meet Thursday

10:00 AM Call to Order10:00 AM Bid Opening for Knox County Engineer – Danville Amity Road Phase II SafetyImprovements10:05 AM Mobility Management UpdateResolutions to be Presented Approve Public Notice Advertisement in the Mount Vernon News for Public Hearing #1for the PY2025 Knox County CDBG Programs. Approve Public Notice Advertisement in the Mount Vernon News for Two PublicMeeting Requirements for the …

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“KCCC Students Excel at National Collegiate Landscape Competition in Colorado”

Mount Vernon, OH – Knox County Career Center (KCCC) students in LandscapeDesign & Management competed in the National Collegiate Landscape Competition at ColoradoState University that was held March 17-22. KCCC was 1 of 2 high schools that competed in theevent with over 50 schools and 700 competitors. Charley Beheler placed 21st in Compact Excavator. Hudson Henry placed 25th inCompact Track …

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Knox Public Health Celebrates 30th Anniversary of Public Health Week

Knox Public Health invites the community to join in celebrating National Public Health Week from April 7-13, 2025, as we recognize 30 years of advancing health and well-being for all. Public health is more than healthcare—it’s about creating communities where everyone has access to clean air and water, nutritious food, essential health services, and strong personal connections. The 2025 focus …

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