Mount Vernon Optic-Herald

First responders will battle for bragging rights in the “Build a Better Burger” cooking contest set for Tuesday, October 2, at pavilion at Little Creek Park for a National Night Out event.

Memorial for WWI veteran planned at Weaver cemetery

Details: Category: Community News; Published on Wednesday, 19 September 2018 09:00; Written by Mount Vernon Optic-Herald

Corporal McCord The family of Esca McCord is planning a memorial time for the World War I veteran at the Weaver Cemetery at 11 a.m. Saturday September 22.

Marie Latortue named administrator at Mount Vernon House

Details: Category: Community News; Published on Saturday, 22 September 2018 12:00; Written by Mount Vernon Optic-Herald

Marie Latortue was promoted to be the Administrator at Mount Vernon House on September 1.

Build a Better Burger contest set for National Night Out

Details: Category: Community News; Published on Tuesday, 18 September 2018 09:00; Written by Mount Vernon Optic-Herald

A hamburger cook-off will highlight activities at a National Night Out event set for Tuesday, October 2 at pavilion at Little Creek Park.

Registration open for CountryFest Stew Contest

Details: Category: Community News; Published on Friday, 21 September 2018 15:00; Written by Mount Vernon Optic-Herald

The Franklin County Chamber of Commerce 34th annual CountryFest Stew Cook-off is set for Saturday, October 13. The contest will be located on Houston St. again this year.

Auto show’s 21st year planned

Details: Category: Community News; Published on Sunday, 16 September 2018 15:00; Written by Mount Vernon Optic-Herald

The 21st Annual Mount Vernon CountryFest Car, Truck and Bike Show has been set for Saturday, October 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. south of the plaza in the fountain parking area.

Handicapable Rodeo Friday

Details: Category: Community News; Published on Thursday, 20 September 2018 15:00; Written by Mount Vernon Optic-Herald

Almost 600 participants and teachers have signed up to join the fun at the 15th annual Handicapable Rodeo on Friday, September 21, at the Double R Boys Ranch (the previous Dukes Arena) which is located at 1278 CR SE3285 just south of Mount Vernon.