Speaking out against sexual violence
T-shirts were displayed on Public Square on Wednesday afternoon in recognition of April being Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The T-shirts represent women and children who have been affected by sexual violence. (Kenesha R. Beheler)
Fire Dept. receives new generator
The new emergency electric generator for the College Township Fire Department at Gambier is in operation. From left are Sam Barone, executive director of The Community Foundation of Mount Vernon and Knox County; Jim Kousoulas, administrative office of the department; and Fire Chief Bill Smith. (Virgil Shipley)
Melvin Jones Fellow awarded to three
The Mount Vernon Lions Club awarded the Melvin Jones Fellow to these members at a meeting Wednesday evening. Joe Gutridge, center, a 40-year Lion member and charter member, is very active and dedicated to the club. Kim Horlacher, right, has held most of the club offices, been named Lion of the Year more than once and volunteers at many activities. Hank Antill, left, has held club offices, volunteers for the club’s service activities and has been named Lion of the Year. (Virgil Shipley)
Review: Crazy crimes fuel fun in ‘Merry Murders’
Mysterious mayhem runs amok at Mount Vernon High School this weekend in the play “Merry Murders at Montmarie.” Standing are Eleanor Griggs, left, and Walker Griggs. In front, from left, are Steven Meeker Jr., Clare Jaymes and Catherine Blencowe. (Chase Ledin)
Taste of Knox County a success
Rick Rollinger of Smithhisler’s Meats, accepts a first place plaque for participation in the 2010 Taste of Knox County. (Submitted photo)
Taste of Knox County a success
Seth Swartz of Jake’s Restaurant accepts a second place plaque for participation in the 2010 Taste of Knox County. (Submitted photo)
New officers
The Knox County Marine Corps League detachment 1299 installed new officers Wednesday night. They are, from left, Charles Smith, sergeant at arms; Frank Compston, chaplain; Lawrence Devlin, commandant; Sarah Moxley, adj/paymaster; and Ron Bruce, junior vice commandant. Not pictured: Gary Cox, senior vice commandant; and James Oden, Jag. Officers were installed by Charles Kessling, department of Ohio Paymaster, Marine Corps League. (George Breithaupt)
Ladies claim Knox County clash with MVNU
Kenyon’s Brianna LaChusa throws to first in an effort to complete a double play after getting MVNU’s Tasha Konkle (1) out at second base during Wednesday’s doubleheader. Kenyon swept the Cougars, 6-5 and 6-3. (Virgil Shipley)
