The New York Times bestseller, “American Ulysses: A Life of Ulysses S. Grant” by Ronald C. White. will be featured at the adult book discussion on Tuesday, November 28, 7:00 p.m. at the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County, 201 N.… Read full story
Month: November 2017
Danville Police Report – Nov 20, 2017
Danville Police Report – Nov 20, 2017
(Information courtesy of The Danville Police Department)
Thursday, Nov 16
Conducted K-9 search of vehicle for illegal drugs and contraband for outside Police Agency.
Friday, Nov 17
Traffic Complaint S. Market Street in the area of Ross Street.… Read full story
Patrol Reminds Motorists to Wear Safety Belts This Thanksgiving Holiday
COLUMBUS – In anticipation of increased traffic during the Thanksgiving holiday, the Ohio State Highway Patrol is reminding motorists to buckle up, never drive impaired and always follow traffic laws.
Last year during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, nine people were killed in nine fatal crashes on Ohio’s roadways.… Read full story
Mount Vernon Police Register – Nov 20, 2017
Mount Vernon Police Register – Nov 20, 2017
(Information courtesy of The Mount Vernon Police Department)
Matthew Bricking, 21, of Mount Vernon,
was charged with two counts of sales to and use by underage persons on November 9th, 2017.
Kevin Curtis, 32 of Mount Vernon,
was cited for driving under suspension on November 16th, 2017.… Read full story
Mount Vernon Municipal Court Weekly Warrants
Warrants were issued this week by the Mount Vernon Municipal Court for the arrest of the following individuals. If you have any pertinent information about someone on the list, please contact law enforcement. Thank you. #WeeklyWarrants
Pictured:
Allen Vandall
Andrew Hinkle
Dalton Smith
Elizabeth Dowalter
Nicholas Higgins
Raymond Williams
Robert Swint
Tameka Jackson
Not Pictured:
Dawn Stanley
Terrael Alls
Robert Cochran
Tracy Hambleton
Prepare for Winter! Know the Snow Emergency Classifications.
LEVEL 1: Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads may also be icy. Motorists are urged to drive very cautiously.
LEVEL 2: Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads may also be very icy. Only those who feel it is necessary to drive should be out on the roads.… Read full story
ODNR Urges Caution Around Dead and Dying Trees
COLUMBUS, OH – As the temperatures continue to fall, more hikers and hunters will be spending time in Ohio’s forests. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) reminds all outdoor enthusiasts to be cautious of dead or dying trees, including ash trees, which may now be present in Ohio’s forests and landscapes.… Read full story
Knox County Sheriff’s Report – Nov 20, 2017
Knox County Sheriff’s Report – Nov 20, 2017
(Information courtesy of The Knox County Sheriff’s Office)
A complainant reported that a sexual offender was using internet identifiers and multiple cell phones. Upon investigation, it was discovered that Steven Davidson, of Mount Vernon, did not register the internet identifiers.… Read full story
Hibernating Ground Squirrels Provide Clues to New Stroke Treatments
Multi-step screening process leads to molecule that may protect brain cells.
In the fight against brain damage caused by stroke, researchers have turned to an unlikely source of inspiration: hibernating ground squirrels.
While the animals’ brains experience dramatically reduced blood flow during hibernation, just like human patients after a certain type of stroke, the squirrels emerge from their extended naps suffering no ill effects.… Read full story
Fredericktown Weekly Police Report – Nov 18, 2017
Fredericktown Weekly Police Report – Nov 18, 2017
(Information courtesy of The Fredericktown Police Department)
11-11
Vehicle unlock on S. Main St.
Parking complaint on W. 1st St.
Disturbance on S. Main St.
Dallas J. Gillespie, Centerburg, citation for speed
Joseph D.… Read full story