KCF announces new partnership with the Richard and Arline Landers Foundation MOUNT VERNON — The Knox County Foundation approved $578,000 in countywide grants to 11 nonprofit projects throughout Knox County during its Aug. 14 board meeting. This funding cycle continues the foundation’s commitment to supporting local organizations that positively impact the community. In addition to these…
CENTERBURG — Council members added an ordinance to Monday’s village council agenda authorizing Village Administrator Teri Wise to contract for new street lights. V3 Companies will install 15 new street lights on Main Street. The cost is not to exceed $215,000. V3 submitted two bids: $205,000 and $215,000. “They would basically be pretty and be…
MOUNT VERNON – Step into a classic Americana experience at the Kiwanis Club of Mount Vernon’s Pie Auction. In collaboration with the Mount Vernon Music and Arts Festival, the public is invited to enjoy an evening of delectable homemade pies, lively bidding, and warm community spirit. Organizers invite to who attend to celebrate our shared…
MOUNT VERNON — After meeting 75 percent of its fundraising goal for a new day care center through private donations, The Salvation Army of Mount Vernon is turning to the community for the remainder. The Army’s “Light the Day” capital campaign is a $6.25 million initiative that includes a new 13,720-square-foot childcare facility. The center…
GAMBIER — A climbable flower-sculpture was approved at Monday’s council meeting. The Trifloria-Trillium sculpture cost $16,000 and should be installed at the village’s nature play area by October, council member Morgan Giles said. The metal structure is approximately 204 inches tall, Giles said. The piece is thanks to Illuminera Studios. Two slides were installed Tuesday at the…
MOUNT VERNON — Mount Vernon High School students received thousands in scholarship money from community supporters at Senior Awards Night, which took place Thursday, May 23 in the high school theater. by From Mount Vernon High School May 28, 2024
Behind-the-scenes community connector and facilitator makes Knox County a better place to live and work What does $5 million look like? That’s not a question most of us will ever have the opportunity to consider, yet that’s approximately the amount sown into projects big and small throughout the community each year by Knox County Foundation.…
MOUNT VERNON — MTVarts is honored to present the work of one of America’s greatest playwrights with their production of August Wilson’s “Fences.” Performances take place at historic Woodward Opera House on Friday, April 19, and Saturday, April 20, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 21, at 2 p.m. “Fences” centers on the life of Troy Maxson, a…
MOUNT VERNON — The Area Development Foundation announces the appointment of Emily Shipley as the downtown experience coordinator. This newly established position marks a significant step forward in enhancing the vibrancy and vitality of the villages in Knox County. The position is made possible through the funding of the Knox County Foundation (KCF) and the…
MOUNT VERNON — Mount Vernon Health Center had its ribbon cutting Thursday. The health center is another step in bringing accessible healthcare to where it’s needed, a message echoed by Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr and county Health Commissioner Zach Green. “We get to meet the community where they are,” Green said. The facility includes nine medical…