Plans continue for ANC cleanup

November 7th, 2009

MOUNT VERNON — As part of the application process, the city of Mount Vernon held a public hearing concerning the assessment and cleanup of the old American National Can property on the northwest side of town.

Library cuts to be restored

November 7th, 2009

MOUNT VERNON — Knox County voters gave the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County a shot in the arm Tuesday by passing the library levy by a sizable margin. Unofficial results were 8,665 for and 6,244 against. What this means for the library is that much of what was cut because of a sizable reduction in its state funding will be restored.

Freddies jump on Redskins

November 7th, 2009

FREDERICKTOWN — Playing their first game as the No. 1 seed in Division V Region 19, the Fredericktown Freddies answered some critics and lived up to their billing on Friday night.

How do you feel about the city cutting down a healthy, 100-year-old tree to use federal money on a curb project?

November 7th, 2009

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Sheriff donates $5k for salaries

November 6th, 2009

MOUNT VERNON — In a tense but civil preliminary budget meeting with the county commissioners, Knox County Sheriff David Barber made a surprise move to support his department personally, out of his own bank account, if need be.

New club keeps eyes on critters

November 6th, 2009

GAMBIER — Members of the Wiggin Street Animal Club, the pupils in the both morning and afternoon kindergarten classes, are learning about wildlife in the neighborhood and discovering which foods attract each animal.

Generous bids usher in Christmas spirit

November 6th, 2009

MOUNT VERNON — Mount Vernon businesses and supporters of the annual Christmas Parade were on-hand Thursday night to help fund the kickoff of the holiday season.

Woodward reaping benefits of geothermal well

November 5th, 2009

MOUNT VERNON — The drilling of a geothermal well on West Vine Street in March is paying dividends for the Woodward Development Corp.

Residents mixed about wellness center

November 5th, 2009

CENTERBURG — The Centerburg community continues to have mixed feelings about the Wellness Center. Some individuals have expressed concerns about the reduction in hours beginning in January; others question the way Mohican Therapy Group operates the facility.

Candyland reborn in downtown MV

November 4th, 2009

MOUNT VERNON — Candyland rides again. A part of Mount Vernon history — which became The Alcove Restaurant — will be reborn early next year, courtesy of Dave Bumpus.