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. Being physically 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 …
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Patrol reminds motorists how to travel the roads safely during winter weather
COLUMBUS – The Ohio State Highway Patrol wants all motorists to be prepared for inclement winter weather during the month ahead. As some portions of Ohio experienced in late November and early December, the ever- changing winter weather patterns can catch drivers off guard. The best way to promote safe travel during the winter months is to follow general roadway …
Read More »Six Owls earn spots on Academic All-District Team
GAMBIER, Ohio — The College Sports Communicators (CSC) announced Tuesday that six members of the 2024 Kenyon College Owls roster were named to the organization’s Academic All-District Football Team. The honorees included James Bernier, Dylan Carlquist, Will Ehrlich, Jared Hancock, Trey Rutherford, and Dominic Simpson. For Carlquist, Ehrlich, and Hancock, the award was their second in as many seasons. Kenyon’s …
Read More »Knox County Commissioners will appoint President of the Board at Meeting
10:00 AM Call to OrderAnnual Organizational MeetingResolutions to be Presented Appoint the President of the Board of Knox County Commissioners for the year 2025. Appoint the Vice President of the Board of Knox County Commissioners for the year2025. Appoint Commissioners to Various Committees for the year 2025. Designate the Official Representative and Alternate for Voting Purposes at the AnnualCounty Commissioners …
Read More »Residents Invited to Participate in Municipal Facilities Survey
The City of Mount Vernon is inviting residents to take part in a publicsurvey on the development and construction of new municipal facilities. The survey is open to everyone, but is also an alternative method for residents to have their opinions heard ifthey’re unable to attend any of nine scheduled listening sessions on the new City buildings. The onlinesurvey can …
Read More »St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School is excited to announce its upcoming Open House Event
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School is excited to announce its upcoming Open Houseevent and registration for the 2025-2026 school year. Families are invited to tour theschool, meet experienced, caring teachers, and learn about the enriching educationrooted in Catholic values that St. Vincent School offers. This is an opportunity forprospective families to explore the classroom spaces, experience the nurturingenvironment, and …
Read More »Knox County Sheriff’s Office works to solve 2009 Murder
On December 20, 2009 at approximately 10:54 A.M., the Knox County Sheriff’sOffice received a call that Jean Davis, residing on Dennis Church Road, Gambier wasfound unresponsive in the back yard of her residence. It was determined that Ms. Davishad a gunshot wound to the head and was deceased. While at the Dennis Church Roadresidence, detectives discovered that Ms. Davis’s 2002 …
Read More »Knox County Commissioners meet Tuesday
MORNING SESSION10:00 AM Call to OrderDepartmental Updates10:00 AM Knox County Water and Wastewater10:30 AM Knox County Sheriff10:50 AM Recognize David Shaffer, Knox County Sheriff for Years of Service and Retirement11:00 AM Knox County Human ResourcesResolutions to be Presented Approve the General Fund Budget for 2025. Approve Current Agricultural Use Valuation Renewal Application for County OwnedLand (Parcel #54-00840.003 – 54.64 acres …
Read More »Food for the Hungry Live Broadcast is Friday
Food For The Hungry LIVEFood For The Hungry LIVE is almost here! The Live Broadcast begins on Friday, Dec. 13 at 9 A.M. and continues until 4 P.M. FFTH Live will be available on 100.9 FM and 93.7 HD2 – WMVO, with video stream at www.mvnu.tv and the FFTH Facebook page. Updates will be given throughout the day on 90.9 …
Read More »Fire and Ice returns at Honey Run Waterfall
MOUNT VERNON — The Knox County Park District and the Millwood Church of Christ have teamed up again to bring back Fire and Ice to the Honey Run Waterfall! After a year hiatus, this special event will be held on Saturday, December 14 from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm, and will help wrap up the 2024 Food For The Hungry …
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