Columbus, OH – For many, the day after Thanksgiving is filled with the hustle and bustle of in-store and online deals. Newspaper ads and television commercials have already started to talk about Black Friday sales on usually expensive items, such as electronics and brand-name appliances.… Read full story
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Congratulations Candace Gillespie
Candace Gillespie of Mount Vernon, won a small chest freezer from Herald’s Appliances! During each of the mid-farmers’ markets attendees had the opportunity to register to win the freezer! As part of its support for promoting healthy lifestyles, United Way of Knox County provided funding to purchase the freezer.… Read full story
Mount Vernon Leaf Pick-Up is Now Complete
The Street Department has completed their 3rd and final pass through the city collecting leaves. If any residents are still in need of leaf pick-up, please call the Street Department at 740-393-9501 by Wednesday, November 23rd. Residents may also drop leaves off at Ariel-Foundation Park.… Read full story
Attorney General DeWine Offers 12 Holiday Shopping Tips for Consumers
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today offered holiday consumer protection tips ahead of Thanksgiving weekend, one of the busiest shopping weekends of the year.
… Read full story“We encourage consumers to take some simple steps to protect themselves,” Attorney General DeWine said. “Whether they’re shopping online or in stores, we encourage people to take their time, understand the details, and ask for help if they need it.
Knox County Sheriff’s Report – Nov 22 2016
Knox County Sheriff’s Report – Nov 22 2016
(Information courtesy of The Knox County Sheriff’s Office)
A representative of Gambier Homes, in Gambier, advised that he was notified on Saturday, November 19, 2016, that the exterior lights for the apartment complex were not working. … Read full story
Put Safety At the Top of Your Holiday Shopping List
Shopping for the holidays is part of the excitement and fun of the season. The lights, decorations and festivities help boost our spirits and give us opportunities to celebrate with those we love. One of the most popular traditions of the season, of course, is holiday shopping.… Read full story
Mount Vernon Police Arrests – Nov 22 2016
Mount Vernon Police Arrests – Nov 22 2016
(Information courtesy of The Mount Vernon Police Department)
Jonathon Llewellyn, 18, of Mount Vernon,
was charged with a house arrest violation on November 17th 2016.
Trevor Spearman, 30, of Mount Vernon,
was charged with a probation violation on November 18th 2016.… Read full story
“Readings in Latino Poetry” A Living Literature Presentation
A Living Literature Presentation, “Readings in Latino Poetry” will be presented by Mount Vernon High School and Kenyon College on Thursday, December, 1, 4:00 p.m. at the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County, 201 N. Mulberry Street.
Mount Vernon High School and Kenyon College students will recite and discuss the work of four poems by contemporary Latino writers.… Read full story
Patrol reminds drivers to wear safety belts this Thanksgiving holiday Click it or Ticket
COLUMBUS – In anticipation of increased traffic during the Thanksgiving holiday, the Ohio State Highway Patrol is reminding drivers to buckle up, never drive impaired and always follow traffic laws.
Last year during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, nine people were killed in seven fatal crashes on Ohio’s roadways.… Read full story
Possible Purple Water in Fredericktown
Residents may experience a purple tint in the water today. The tint is due to an increase in potassium, but the water is safe to consume.