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The East Knox Bulldogs look to pick up their first win of the season when they host Bucyrus Wynford tonight. The Bulldogs fell 8-7 last week at Northridge as the Vikings got a safety and an 8 yard touchdown run. The Bulldogs got a 68 yard touchdown pass from Jaxon Lester to Logan Clark as their only school. Wynford lost …

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — The Mount Vernon Nazarene University community recently gathered for the annual University Dinner, a celebration honoring the significant contributions of faculty and staff. This event not only acknowledges long-term service and peer-nominated awards but also marks the official start of the academic year. Faculty and Staff Member of the Year Dr. Kelly Rush and Michael Simmons …

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — Mount Vernon Nazarene University is pleased to announce its participation in AWS Academy, an Amazon Web Services Inc. (AWS) program designed to provide a comprehensive, expert-developed cloud computing curriculum to higher education institutions. AWS Academy is integrated into MVNU’s International Executive Studies program, which began earlier this year. As part of IES, AWS is designed to …

Police in Mount Vernon continue to investigate the murders of two people earlier this month. Cameron Moore, a 23-year-old from Mount Vernon, is facing two counts of aggravated murder, which could result in the death penalty if he is convicted. His arraignment is scheduled for September 25th in Knox County Common Pleas Court. Moore was arrested shortly after the bodies …

Mount Vernon, OH – In a heartfelt tribute to Knox County’s service members, Experience Mount Vernon proudly announces the 2024 Veterans Day Pole Banner program. The banners will honor local veterans, celebrating their dedication and sacrifice for our nation. The banners, to be prominently displayed on lamp posts throughout Downtown Mount Vernon, will feature local veterans’ names, photos, ranks, and …

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The Knox Substance Abuse Action Team (KSAAT) invites the community to come together on Friday, August 30th, to remember those who have died or suffered permanent injury due to drug overdose and support families who have lost loved ones over the years.The event is set to take place at Ariel Foundation Park in Mount Vernon, Ohio beginning at 7:00pm. Community resources …

The following legislation was passed by Mount Vernon City Council on August 26, 2024,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 inspection. R ESOLUTION NO. 202 4 – 8 1 A Resolution accepting …

After nearly three decades of dedicated service, Mount Vernon City Auditor Terry Scott has announced his retirement, effective September 6th. Throughout his commendable career, Scott has worked under three different mayors, starting with Ernie Farmer, followed by Dick Mavis, and currently serving under the present mayor Matt Starr. His steadfast dedication has significantly contributed to the city’s administration. As he …