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The city of Mount Vernon finance department is currently undergoing significant changes due to system failures that have affected bill payments and payroll accuracy. Recent developments have led to the termination of an agreement with McDaniel CPAs, who were contracted to assist in transitioning to a new payroll system. The reason cited for this termination was a lack of cooperation …

The Fredericktown Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Monday, August 26, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at the Fredericktown Municipal Building, 2 E. Sandusky St. The purpose of this hearing is to hear public comment on a request from Wesley Crum to rezone his parcel, #65-01189.005, at 97 Mt. Vernon Ave. from R2 Two-Family Residential District, to M1 Manufacturing …

Actual Wording of the Historical Marker SNOWDEN FAMILY BAND The Snowden Family Band was an acclaimed African-American string band whoperformed in and around Knox County for nearly seventy years, from the 1850s into the 1920s. Buried in Morris Chapel Cemetery are Thomas Snowden (1803-1856), his wifeEllen Cooper Snowden (1817-1894), and their nine children: Oliver, Sophia, Mary, Ben, Lew, Phebe, Martha, …

Kathy Brechler, the Executive Director of Food for the Hungry in Knox County, has announced the availability of summer grants for local pantries and service organizations. These grants aim to mitigate food insecurities among children during the summer months. Organizations wishing to apply must demonstrate their impact potential, capacity, and alignment with the organization’s mission. All application forms are accessible …

As hunting season approaches, Knox County Wildlife Officer Austin Levering highlights the critical importance of hunter education. Recently, on “AM Knox County Monday with Tyler Mathias,” Levering discussed an upcoming event designed to promote safe and responsible hunting practices. In partnership with the National Shooting Sports Foundation, the Ohio Division of Wildlife will host a Free Range Day at the …

Mount Vernon, OH – The Mount Vernon City Council is set to gather for its scheduled meeting on August 12, 2024, with a start time slated for 7:30 p.m. The evening will kick off with a roll call, invocation, and the Pledge of Allegiance before diving into a busy agenda. The Council will review and accept the minutes from the July …

Public Service Announcement KNOX COUNTY ENGINEERCameron Keaton, P.E., P.S. Attention residents and travelers in Knox County: Please be advised of an important roadway closure update: Road: Danville-Amity RoadLocation: Chapel Road to Richards Street Start Date: August 12, 2024, at 7:00 a.m.End Date: November 1, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Closure Details: Type of Closure: Full road closure, 24 consecutive hours a …

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — In the spirit of Teacher Appreciation Week last May, Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Education Department asked senior level student teachers to nominate a mentor teacher for the second annual Mentor Teacher of the Year 2024 award. Out of MVNU’s 62 mentor teachers across the central Ohio region, one teacher stood out among the rest. Mable Purdy, …

The Knox County Community Health Center (KCCHC) is excited to celebrate National Health Center Week (NHCW) 2024, which will take place from August 4th to August 10th. To commemorate the week-long celebration the KCCHC invites you to its annual Hawaiian themed pool party at Hiawatha Water Park at 100 Sychar Road in Mount Vernon. The event is scheduled for Friday, …