Mount Vernon NewsAugust 11, 2010 Image Gallery

Lamb makes for a tasty meal

Jackie Hathaway, left, won the junior division of the Lamb Cook-off with her Lamb meatball recipe. Myrtle Litteral, right a first time entrant, won the adult division with her Lamb Meatloaf recipe.  (George Breithaupt)

Tractor heavily damaged from fire

While owner Bruce Robinson, right, looks on Fredericktown firefighter Shane Smith removed the burning air filter from his tractor after it caught fire on Tuesday. Helping at left are firefighters Heath Kempton and Mike Daley.  (Virgil Shipley)

Harris surprised by appreciation

Interchurch Social Services and members from around the community showed their appreciation for Joy Harris, executive director of ISS. Mount Vernon Mayor Richard Mavis presented Harris with a proclamation on behalf of the city for all the work she has done for the community.  (Submitted Photo)

Graceful in the air

This Lewis and Clark Circus aerialist named Miss Rebecca performed several acts under the big top at the Fredericktown Community Park on Tuesday.  (Virgil Shipley)

KCH cancer care center receives accreditation

Knox Community Hospital Center for Cancer Care patient Barbara George, of Mount Vernon, discusses her treatment with Dr. Husain Rasheed, medical oncology and hematology physician.  (Virgil Shipley)

Outstanding seniors honored by district

Paul Higgins, center, received the Outstanding Senior Citizen Award recently. Pictured, from left, are Mike Hilliar, Mount Vernon City Council member; Higgins; and Teresa Bemiller, Knox County Commissioner.  (Submitted photo)

Checking out the windchimes

Christy Keffer, left and A.J. Boughton, both of AAA, check out windchimes at Candle Street during August’s Business After Hours on Tuesday night. Candle Street is located next to Kmart and offers candles, garden and home decor items.  (George Breithaupt)

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