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MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — The Mount Vernon Nazarene University Music Department will present a traditional Advent worship service on Wednesday, Dec. 3, at 7:15 p.m. in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium. The community is invited to attend this free event. Inspired by the Service of Nine Lessons and Carols of the Anglican Church, the service will include scripture readings by various members of …

Downloads: Agenda  Agenda Packet I.Committee Meetings1.Committee Meeting Schedule 11/24/2025II.MEETING WILL RECESS UNTIL 7:30 P.M.III.Call to Order1.Roll CallIV.InvocationV.Pledge of AllegianceVI.Acceptance of Minutes1.Minutes of Nov 10, 2025 7:30 PM2.Minutes of Nov 17, 2025 6:30 PM3.Minutes of Nov 19, 2025 6:30 PMVII.Receive Petitions and CommunicationsVIII.Receive Committee Reports1.Finance & Budget Minutes 11/17/20252.Land Use & Development MInutes 11/17/20253.Police, Fire, & Civil Defense Minutes 11/17/20254.Streets & Public Buildings …

On November 21st, 2025 at approximately 10:30 am, a patrol officer from the Mount Vernon PoliceDepartment responded to a report of threats being made to several individuals. During the officer’s investigation, and based on the information provided by the victims, includingstatements and text messages, the suspect had made repeated threats of physical harm and deathdirected towards several persons. Information was …

As the need continues in our community, Knox County Foundation, Interchurch Social Services of Knox County, and Food For The Hungry are joining together again to host another Pop-Up Food Pantry! All Knox County families who are at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level are invited to receive a box of food on Saturday, November 22nd from 10:00am-12:00pm at 106 W. Ohio …

An Invitation to the Women of Our Community: Join Us for Pink Party:Friendsgiving!Friendsgiving on Thursday, November 20, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at The Coterie Club(above Old Mr. Bailiwick’s).This special evening is all about connection, inspiration, and community. Guests willenjoy a light grazing table by Patina’s Perfection and a cash/QR bar featuring wine, asignature mocktail, soda, and water.Pink Party: Friendsgiving …

Public Notice The following legislation was passed by Mount Vernon City Council on November 17, 2025,signed by Bruce Hawkins, President of Council, approved by Matthew Starr, Mayor, andattested by Zachary Sherman, Clerk of Council. The legislation is on file with the Clerk ofCouncil, 40 Public Square, Mount Vernon, Ohio for public inspection.RESOLUTION NO. 2025 – 1 0 7 A Resolution …

10:00 AM Call to Order10:00 AM Knox County Transit Ribbon Cutting – Monthly Update10:30 AM Knox County Airport Update11:00 AM Aggregation Update with Palmer EnergyResolutions to be Presented Rescind Resolution 2025-555 dated September 11, 2025, Approve Knox County Officesto Close for Holidays. Approve Knox County Administrative Closing Days. Approve Equipment Rental Contract with Southeastern Equipment Company for theKnox County Engineer’s …

MOUNT VERNON, OHIO—The annual Food For The Hungry Drive officially kicked off on Nov. 7, as a community-wide effort to raise food and funds for Interchurch Social Services, The Salvation Army, and other organizations throughout the county with food assistance initiatives. In Food For The Hungry’s (FFTH) 44th year of helping the community, it has established a financial Drive Goal …

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio –  Experience Mount Vernon is now accepting registrations for the 2025 Festival of Lights Holiday Lighting Competition, presented this year by Knox Community Hospital! Experience Mount Vernon’s Annual Festival of Lights Holiday Lighting Competition is a dazzling spectacle that fills the City of Mount Vernon with warmth and festive cheer. Every year, as the holiday season approaches, the local …

Below is the agenda: Downloads: Agenda  Agenda PacketI.Committee Meetings1.Committee Meetings 11/17/2025II.No RecessIII.Call to Order1.Roll CallIV.Resolutions for Third Reading1.2025-107 : A Resolution Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Enter into a Qualifications-Based Contract with Pizzuti Solutions LLC for Owner’s Representative Services Related to the Construction of New Municipal Buildings; and Declaring an Emergency.Resolution Printout2.2025-108 : A Resolution Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Advertise for …