Month: May 2019
Registered Veterinary Technician Wanted

Nelson Apprehended, Pleads Guilty, Sentenced to 4 Years
James Nelson II, who has appeared on #WANTED WEDNESDAY multiple times since 2016, appeared in Knox County Common Pleas Court for the first time yesterday, where he was arraigned, pleaded guilty and was sentenced.
Nelson turned up in the custody of the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation & Corrections serving a drug sentence from Licking County.… Read full story
A Universe of Stories Reading Program and Summer Activities
Join us for “A Universe of Stories” Adult Summer Reading Program, June 1-July 13 at the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County.
All library programs are free and open to the public. All programs are located in the A/B meeting room unless otherwise stated.… Read full story
Weekend Activity: Go Paddle Birding!
When in a canoe or kayak, you can observe and experience birds (and other wildlife) in a new way — and bank some memorable adventures while you’re at it! Paddling can allow you access to areas without trails and roads, and see wildlife species you wouldn’t usually see while walking through a park.… Read full story
Intersection Closed for Paving
Knox Alerts:
The intersection of Adamson Street and South Main Street and Delano Street at South Main Street will be closed Thursday, June 6, 2019 from 7:00 AM until 5:00 PM for asphalt paving.
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:
Radusta L. Friedley
Gary L.… Read full story
Troopers Seize $18,000 Worth of Marijuana in Wood County
COLUMBUS – Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers filed felony drug charges against an Ohio man after a traffic stop in Wood County. During the traffic stop, troopers seized more than 3 pounds of marijuana worth $18,000.
On May 21, at 12:14 a.m.,… Read full story
Street Sweeping Schedule for June 3-7
The following is a list of streets to be swept. The Street Department is asking for cooperation from residents in having their automobiles moved on the day their street is scheduled for sweeping. Next week’s schedule is as follows:
NOTE: This schedule is subject to change or cancellation.… Read full story
Troopers Seize $4,030 Worth of Psilocybin Mushrooms and Marijuana in Huron County
COLUMBUS – Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers filed felony drug charges against an Ohio man after a traffic stop in Huron County. During the traffic stop, troopers seized 62 grams of psilocybin mushrooms and 125 grams of marijuana worth $4,030.
On May 20, at 10:43 p.m.,… Read full story