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Two record lows recorded, above average rainfall reported
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- Published on Sunday, 07 July 2013 13:00
- Written by Mount Vernon Optic-Herald
Two record low temperatures and above average rainfall were recorded in June 2013 in Franklin County. Low temperatures of 57° and 58°were recorded on
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Fire destroys home
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- Published on Sunday, 07 July 2013 08:00
- Written by Mount Vernon Optic-Herald
The home of David Frank in the 400 block of Holbrook St. was destroyed by fire around 1 p.m. on Friday, June 28. Franklin County firemen and several other surrounding departments helped to fight the blaze.
Fireworks in Talco
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- Published on Saturday, 06 July 2013 14:37
- Written by Mount Vernon Optic-Herald
The Talco Volunteer Fire Department will be hosts for a Fourth of July Fireworks Show, Thursday, July 4 at the Talco Park. The community is encouraged to attend the event
Council asks for more information for possible food, lodging inspections
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- Published on Saturday, 06 July 2013 14:52
- Written by Mount Vernon Optic-Herald
After reviewing a sample ordinance on conducting inspections of food and lodging providers, members of the Mount Vernon City Council requested more information on requirements,
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Fireworks at Lake Cypress Springs
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- Published on Saturday, 06 July 2013 14:35
- Written by Mount Vernon Optic-Herald
The composite photo shows a few of the displays that pleased spectators during the sixteenth annual Independence Day fireworks show organized by the Boltz family on Saturday, June 29.
Businessman explores possibility of beer barn
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- Published on Saturday, 06 July 2013 14:47
- Written by Mount Vernon Optic-Herald
Mount Vernon businessman Steve Everett discussed the possibility of a drive through area for a convenience store at the regular June meeting of the Mount Vernon City Council.
No action on request for increase for library staff pay
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- Published on Tuesday, 02 July 2013 12:00
- Written by Mount Vernon Optic-Herald
A request for a mid-year pay raise for three members of the staff at the Franklin County Library got no support from members of the Franklin County Commissioner’s Court Monday, June 24.
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City’s clean up starts Saturday
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- Published on Saturday, 06 July 2013 14:42
- Written by Mount Vernon Optic-Herald
The City of Mount Vernon’s Third Quarter Clean-up is set to begin Saturday, July 6. It continues Monday through Saturday, July 8-13. The city will offer access to
Costs to drop for employee insurance
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- Published on Monday, 01 July 2013 18:00
- Written by Mount Vernon Optic-Herald
The cost of health insurance provided to Franklin County Water District employees is to drop 5.8 percent from last year’s premium. Members of the district’s board of directors
