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Mount Vernon City Council meets tonight

Downloads: Agenda  Agenda PacketI.Committee Meetings1.01-13-25 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 Dec 23, 2024 7:30 PMVII.Receive Petitions and CommunicationsVIII.Receive Committee Reports1.12-23-24 Land Use and Development Committee Meeting MinutesIX.Liquor Control License1.01-13-25 Liquor License TransferX.ProclamationXI.Persons speaking on Matters of City ConcernXII.Resolutions for Third ReadingXIII.Resolutions for Second Reading1.2024-136 : A Resolution Authorizing and Directing the …

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Schnormeier Gallery to host Retro by Riggleman

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University is pleased to announce the upcoming exhibit, Retro, showcasing a wide range of artwork from artist Jeremie Riggleman. The exhibition will be held at Schnormeier Gallery from January 9 to March 14. The gallery will be closed February 24 through March 7 for MVNU’s spring break. Retro features the progression of Riggleman’s work as he …

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Get Your Heart Checked at KCH

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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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