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Knox County Career Center Students Earn Adobe Certification

Mount Vernon, OH – The Knox County Career Center (KCCC) had 8 students whoearned Adobe Certified Professional certifications. The students who earned the Adobe Certified Professional certifications are from theDigital Media & Software Development program at KCCC. The 8 students are Jack Woods,Chelsea King, Alex Lovell, Garry Cooper, Jenni McKean, Danni Burky, Dylan Perkins, and NickMurphy. Adobe has partnered with …

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Pain Management Provider joins KCH

July 15, 2022 – Mount Vernon, OH — Knox Community Hospital offers the Center for Pain Management to help get chronic pain under control. According to the CDC, approximately 19.6 million Americans suffer from chronic pain that limits their daily activities. The Center for Pain Management offers treatment for: shingles pain, work-related injuries, arthritis, back and neck pain, headaches, CRPS, …

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988 National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Launched July 16

The 988 National Suicide and Mental Health Crisis Lifeline launched nationally and in Ohio on July 16, 2022. From that day forward, Ohioans can call 988 for any behavioral health crisis. While national and statewide 988 public awareness campaigns will not begin until 2023, it is important for community members to understand the difference between a mental health and addiction …

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Orth, Owls collect academic honors

NEW ORLEANS, La. – For the 13th time in its history, the Kenyon College men’s track and field program earned the distinction of being named an All-Academic Team by the United States Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA). The 2021-22 Owls were one of roughly 150 NCAA Division III programs to earn the honor. To be eligible …

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13 Found Guilty and Two Sentenced in Mount Vernon Municipal Court

MOUNT VERNON – Judge John Thatcher found three guilty after arraignments andhearings were held in the Mount Vernon Municipal Court on July 11, 2022. Vernon Kanode, 26 of Centerburg, was found guilty of two counts of Operating a Vehiclewithout a Valid Operator’s License. The Court sentenced him to pay a $100 for eachcharge. Daniel Valvoda, 31 of Columbus, was found …

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All children can now receive COVID-19 vaccine

With the CDC now recommending that children and adolescents age 6 months and olderget the COVID-19 vaccine, Knox Public Health is now offering COVID-19 vaccine for allchildren to help protect them from contracting and spreading the virus. Knox Public Health offers both the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for children.Immunizations are administered by appointment. The patient’s insurance will be billed.There …

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Mount Vernon City Council meets tonight

Downloads:AgendaAgenda PacketI. Committee Meetings 1. 07-11-22 Committee Meeting Schedule II. MEETING WILL RECESS UNTIL 7:30 P.M. III. Call to Order 1. Roll Call IV. Invocation V. Pledge of Allegiance VI. Acceptance of Minutes 1. Minutes of Jun 27, 2022 7:30 PM VII. Receive Petitions and Communications VIII. Receive Committee Reports 1. 06-27-22A Utilities Commission Meeting Minutes 2. 06-27-22B Utilities Commission …

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Village of Fredericktown annual Fire Hydrant Flushing begins Monday

The Village of Fredericktown will begin its annual fire hydrant flushing on Monday, July 11th. Flushing hydrants increases the lifespan of hydrants and valves, and also removes sediment from water mains. Water may temporarily appear cloudy as a result of hydrant flushing, so we ask that customers leave water on until their water is clear. The hydrant flushing generally lasts …

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Seven Found Guilty in Mount Vernon Municipal Court

MOUNT VERNON – Judge John Thatcher found five guilty after arraignments andhearings were held in the Mount Vernon Municipal Court on July 5, 2022. Ashley Holland, 34 of Fredericktown, was found guilty of Possession of DrugParaphernalia. The Court sentenced her to serve seven days in jail. Gary Kuhel, 57 of Mount Vernon, was found guilty of Operating a Vehicle While …

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