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Knox Public Health announces an update to its Drive to Succeed Scholarship Program, funded by a $142,000 grant from the Ohio Traffic Safety Office. The program now includes residents of Knox County and surrounding counties, offering driver’s education scholarships for income-eligible teens. Applications are open through June 2026 or until funds are exhausted. Eligibility Requirements Ages 15-17 (some 18-year-olds considered …

10:00 AM Call to Order10:00 AM Community Update from Mental Health & Recovery for Licking and Knox Counties11:00 AM Departmental Update – Knox County Emergency Management AgencyMonthly ReportResolutions to be Presented Approve Request from Clinton Township Trustees to Vacate an Unnamed Alley inClinton Township, Knox County, Ohio. Approve Knox County Litter and Recycling 2024 Financial Report. Approve State of Ohio …

Central Ohio – Wildlife District One State Wildlife Officer Austin Levering, assigned to Knox County, received a complaint of a person raccoon hunting on private property without permission. Officer Levering contacted the hunter, and further investigation revealed that the hunter entered several other private properties without written permission. The subject was issued a summons for hunting without permission. The subject was …

GUESTS: Pat Crow- Old Business: New Business::New Employee Handbook – Prepare to discussLEGISLATION:Ordinance 2025-Ordinance 2025-Ordinance 2025-Resolution 2025-1 Renew and Appoint Rep/Alt to Regional Planning 2025- second readingResolution 2025-2 To Approve DKMM District’s Waste Mgmt. Plan- first readingResolution 2024-Report of Committees Chairs * FINANCE: FURAY: Pay bills WTR/WASTE WTR: FURAY: Update on Sand Filter Project: Water Rate increase +$5.00 for January …

Mount Vernon, OH – February is American Heart Month.Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. However,you can do a lot to protect your heart. Self-care is heart health care. Beingphysically active, eating healthier foods, getting enough sleep, not smoking,and finding ways to reduce stress are ways to help take care of our hearts. Knox Community …

The Philander Chase Conservancy, Kenyon College’s land trust, is pleased to announce that Evan Sternhas been selected as its new Project Coordinator. Stern’s appointment fills the role held previously bythe Conservancy’s current director, Amy Henricksen. Over the past twenty-five years the Philander Chase Conservancy has worked to conserve open spaceand important natural habitats within a five-mile radius of Kenyon College. …

Legislation Passed by Mount Vernon City Council, January 13, 2025 Public Notice The following legislation was passed by Mount Vernon City Council on January 13, 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 …

MOUNT VERNON, OH — Knox County Foundation is now accepting applications for scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year. These scholarships are available to high school seniors, current college students, and adults pursuing associate, bachelor, or doctorate degrees. The Universal Scholarship Application can be accessed online at https://knoxcf.awardspring.com. The deadline for submission is Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Applicants seeking scholarships based …

10:00 AM Call to Order10:00 AM Clemans Nelson & AssociatesResolutions to be Presented Approve Advertisement in the Mount Vernon News for Public Notice – Invitation to Bidfor the Knox County Engineer – County Highway Mechanic Truck. Approve Advertisement in the Mount Vernon News for Public Notice – Request forStatement of Qualifications for the Knox County Engineer Bridge Replacement Projects. Approve …