Mount Vernon News^{January 28, 2011 Image Gallery}

High Restaurant closes its doors

The High Restaurant opened its doors to the public for the last time on Thursday. Wayne Wolf, owner, was sadden to announce its closing, but said he appreciated the many patrons that visited his diner over the years.   (Virgil Shipley)

Barry’s famous lunch keeps volunteers going

Virginia Barry stirs the last servings of Sloppy Joe meat during the 2009 Ohio Junior Miss Radio Auction. Saturday will mark the 24th year Barry has prepared lunch for the auction volunteers.  (News file photo)

MV wrestlers make final case before draw

Watkins’ Chris Banks, left, and Mount Vernon’s Alex Yashnyk appear to be enjoying the music during Senior Night at Thursday’s dual meet. Yashnyk, actually pushing Banks away to score an escape, went on to win by pinfall at 3:13.  (Bill Davis)

MV wrestlers make final case before draw

Mount Vernon’s Nick Yashnyk, top, has complete control over Watkins Memorial’s Chris Banks in their 130-pound match on Thursday. Yashnyk would score a pinfall at 3:13, helping the Yellow Jackets to a 51-26 victory.  (Bill Davis)

Freddies shock Trojans

Fredericktown’s Hope Huvler, left, and Jessica Gable team up to block Centerburg’s Lindsey Daniels. Gable woud go on to hit the winning shot in Thursday’s 43-42 victory.  (Fred Main)

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