The men and women of the Mount Vernon Police Department would like to congratulate Chief Roger Monroe on his retirement. We thank you for your 30 years of service to our city. We pray and wish you a healthy and happy retirement.… Read full story
Month: November 2019
BBB Tips: 6 Tips for Black Friday Success
Black Friday is the single busiest shopping day of the year. Some retailers even offer “doorbusters” that begin shortly after the US Thanksgiving dinner. Undeterred by the lines and crowds, millions of consumers get excited to nab unbeatable deals on the hottest new toys and popular electronics.… Read full story
ODNR Investigation Leads to Arrest for Timber Theft from State Forests
COLUMBUS, Ohio – A Ross County resident was recently convicted and sentenced for stealing timber from Tar Hollow and Scioto Trail state forests and from several private properties in the area, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Forestry and Division of Parks and Watercraft.… Read full story
Excluding Winter Visitors: Tis the Season to Keep Wildlife in the Wild
With winter around the corner, it is time to protect your home from some uninvited holiday guests. Raccoons, squirrels, bats, and chimney swifts are just a few of the many wild animals that readily take up residence in household chimneys, and sometimes end up in the living room.… Read full story
Help With Paying Your Utility Bills
Assistance is available for both gas and electric bills. The assistance may be in the form of a reduction of your heating bill and/or a set amount based on your income to be paid each month. Eligibility for these programs is usually based on household income.… Read full story
Knox County Sheriff’s Report – Nov 26, 2019
Knox County Sheriff’s Report – Nov 26, 2019
(Information courtesy of The Knox County Sheriff’s Office)
Steven Dupuy, of Mount Vernon, was cited for OVI, fleeing and eluding and several other traffic violations on November 26th, 2019.
Wind Advisory
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cleveland OH 337 AM EST Tue Nov 26 2019 OHZ003-006>013-017>022-027>032-036>038-047-262030- /O.NEW.KCLE.WI.Y.0014.191127T1200Z-191128T0900Z/ Lucas-Wood-Ottawa-Sandusky-Erie-Lorain-Cuyahoga-Lake-Geauga- Hancock-Seneca-Huron-Medina-Summit-Portage-Wyandot-Crawford- Richland-Ashland-Wayne-Stark-Marion-Morrow-Holmes-Knox- Including the cities of Toledo, Bowling Green, Port Clinton, Fremont, Sandusky, Lorain, Cleveland, Mentor, Chardon, Findlay, Tiffin, Norwalk, Medina, Akron, Ravenna, Upper Sandusky, Bucyrus, Mansfield, Ashland, Wooster, Canton, Marion, Mount Gilead, Millersburg, and Mount Vernon 337 AM EST Tue Nov 26 2019 ...WIND… Read full story
Yost is Ready for Court: Files Additional Charges Against OptumRx for Prescription Overcharges
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has filed an amended complaint bringing additional claims and damages against pharmacy benefit manager OptumRx in Franklin County Common Pleas Court.
… Read full story“It’s time for the feet-dragging to stop – we’ll see you in court,” Yost said.
USDA’s Recommendations for a Safe Thanksgiving
WASHINGTON, Nov. 25, 2019 – Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on the things we are most thankful for and to enjoy a delicious meal with loved ones. Some take the lead for meal preparation while others share the responsibility. No matter how your meal comes together, everyone must work together to prevent foodborne illness.… Read full story
Knox County Sheriff’s Report – Nov 25, 2019
Knox County Sheriff’s Report – Nov 25, 2019
(Information courtesy of The Knox County Sheriff’s Office)
A Deputy was dispatched to the Kenyon College Campus Safety Office in Gambier on drug paraphernalia collected by campus safety. The paraphernalia was collected and entered into evidence on November 23rd, 2019.… Read full story