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Shift Gears and Raise a Glass: Knox County Biketoberfest Returns This October
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Olivia Toth, Executive DirectorOrganization: Knox County Convention & Visitors Bureau (KCCVB)Phone: 740-501-1759Email:olivia.toth@visitknoxohio.orgWebsite:https://visitknoxohio.org/events/knox-county-biketober-fest-2026 Shift Gears and Raise a Glass: Knox County Biketoberfest Returns This October MOUNT VERNON, OH — The Knox County Convention & Visitors Bureau, in partnership with Outdoor Pursuits, and the Knox County Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the
Auditions Announced for White Christmas at the Knox Memorial Theater
Contact: Megan Evans Mount Vernon Arts Consortium Marketing Manager marketing@mvac.orgFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Auditions Announced for White Christmas at the Knox Memorial Theater MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — The Knox Memorial Theater will hold auditions for its holiday production of White Christmas on Saturday, August 1, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Knox Memorial. Callbacks, by invitation only, will be held Sunday, August 2, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. The beloved Broadway musical features classic Irving Berlin
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It’s Going to Be a Paw-some Night! August First Friday Brings Four-Legged Fun to Downtown Mount Vernon
PRESS RELEASE MEDIA CONTACTContact: Lacey FilkinsExecutive Director, Experience Mount Vernon info@experiencemv.orgOffice/Mobile: 740-393-1481 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE It’s Going to Be a Paw-some Night! August First Friday Brings Four-Legged Fun to Downtown Mount Vernon Mount Vernon, Ohio — Grab your leash, gather the family, and get ready for Paws on Parade at August First Friday, on Friday, August 7, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. in Downtown Mount Vernon. Presented by Griffin Insurance, this free, family-
Dianna Shandy Appointed as Kenyon College’s Next Provost
A seasoned academic leader who has served both Macalester and Augustana colleges, Shandy will join Kenyon as its chief academic officer beginning Aug. 1.FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEGAMBIER, Ohio — Dianna Shandy, who most recently served as the provost and vice president of academic affairs at Augustana College, has been appointed Kenyon College’s next provost. She will start as the College’s top academic officer beginning Aug. 1. A first-generation college student originally from rural Kansas, Shandy has devoted
Covenant Church uses Food For The Hungry grant to help feed 80+ families each month
PRESS RELEASEContact: Olivia Greenich Stern Food For The Hungry Digital Content & Marketing Director (330) 260-4059contact@foodforthehungrycares.org July 15, 2026FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEHEADLINE: Covenant Church uses Food For The Hungry grant to help feed 80+ families each month. MOUNT VERNON, Ohio—It was a busy beehive of activity at Covenant Christian Church in Mount Vernon when Tanner Cooper-Risser and Austin Swallow from Food For The Hungry of Knox County arrived on a hot July Day. Volunteers were
MVNU nursing graduates earn perfect NCLEX pass rate for second straight year
PRESS RELEASE CONTACT: Joe Huddleston, Communications Specialistjoshuddleston@mvnu.edu740-397-9000, ext. 4344 July 9, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEHEADLINE: MVNU nursing graduates earn perfect NCLEX pass rate for second straight yearCUTLINE: MVNU_Nursing Commissioning.jpg — Nursing faculty and graduates from Mount Vernon Nazarene University pose during the Nursing Commissioning Service in May 2026. MVNU graduates earned a 100% first-time pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) for
CNBC Names Ohio Best State to Do Business
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 9, 2026 CONTACT: Amanda Ehrmantraut Press Secretary 567-203-8868 aehrmantraut@ohiochamber.com COLUMBUS, OHIO – The below statement can be attributed to Steve Stivers, President & CEO of the Ohio Chamber of Commerce, following today’s release of CNBC’s 2026 “Top States for Business” study, which ranked Ohio as No. 1. “CNBC’s 2026 ranking is a testament to years of thoughtful leadership and collaboration across our state. We thank Gov. Mike DeWine, the Ohio
Knox County Community Health Center Earns NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home Recognition
For Immediate Release1 PageJuly 6, 2026 Knox County Community Health Center Earns NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home RecognitionKnox County Community Health Center has achieved National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Recognition, a distinction that reflects the health center’s commitment to providing coordinated, accessible, and patient-centered care. The recognition highlights key areas of care, including team-based care, patient-centered access and continuity,
Kenyon College Graduates Awarded Seven Fulbright Fellowships
The new fellows — and a faculty member named a U.S. Fulbright Scholar — will travel across the globe for teaching and research as part of the prestigious program.FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEGAMBIER, Ohio — The Fulbright U.S. Student Program has selected seven Kenyon graduates to participate in the government’s flagship international exchange program for the 2026-27 academic year.In addition, one faculty member — Associate Professor of Chemistry Katie Mauck — will spend the coming year conducting research in France
Art at the Park Invites Community to Celebrate Local Artists at Free Reception on July 10th
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMedia Contact:Olivia Toth, Executive DirectorKnox County Convention & Visitors Bureauolivia.toth@visitknoxohio.org(740)501-1759Art at the Park Invites Community to Celebrate Local Artists at Free Reception on July 10thMOUNT VERNON, OH — The community is invited to celebrate local creativity at the upcoming Art at the Park Artist Reception on Friday, July 10th, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the CA&C Visitor Center (501 South Main Street). This highly anticipated event is free, open to
Eagle Rock Tours Announces 2026 Tours
Eagle Rock Tours announces their 2026 Destinations and Itineraries. For more information or to make a reservation contact their customer service specialists at 740-694-1673, or email them at info@eaglerocktours.com. Check out their brochure!https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/2893/File/2026Januaryflyer.pdf
