On March 5, 2024, the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office released the identity of the 62-year-old Mount Vernon man who perished in a vehicular incident the prior afternoon. The deceased has […]
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Month: March 2024
Houston on red alert as Venomous Blue Dragons found on Galveston Beach
Marine wildlife officials in Galveston have issued a precautionary advisory in advance of Spring Break festivities. The advisory highlights the potential presence of Blue Dragons, a type of sea slug, […]
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Obituary – Thomas Erwin Taylor
Thomas Erwin “Tommy” Taylor, a resident of Mount Vernon, Illinois, passed away on March 5, 2024, at the age of 62. He was born on February 8, 1962, in Cairo, […]
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Man stands accused of killing man with truck
On Tuesday afternoon, the Mount Vernon Police Department responded to a report of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in the 2800 block of Veterans Memorial Drive. Upon arrival, officers […]
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Mt. Vernon City Council discusses street closures & food tax
The Mt. Vernon City Council will hold its regularly scheduled meeting this evening, Wednesday, March 6th, 2024, commencing at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers of City Hall, situated at […]
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Squatter scams on the rise in Chicago
Local real estate agents are expressing growing concerns regarding a rise in fraudulent activity involving squatters and scammers targeting vacant properties across the Chicago area. These individuals are reportedly taking […]
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San Diegans Outraged at ‘Living Wage’ surcharge at popular seafood restaurant
San Diego, CA – A confused diner recently posted a photo of their receipt while dining at Pacific Catch Fish House after noticing a bizarre ‘Living wage surcharge’ on the […]
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The best places for ice cream in Mt. Vernon
Mount Vernon, Illinois offers a variety of options for ice cream enthusiasts, ranging from fast-food establishments to local bakeries and ice cream shops. Here are some of the best places […]
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This is Mt. Vernon’s most expensive house to rent – Here’s what $850 per month gets you
Mt. Vernon’s most expensive home has just been listed for rent on Zillow. This is valued at $850 per month and it includes 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. A sizeable […]
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Looking at whether Mt. Vernon has any deadly animals in the city
Mount Vernon, Illinois, is home to various wildlife species, including non-venomous snakes like watersnakes, as well as raccoons, squirrels, rabbits, opossum, and chipmunks. While these animals are generally not considered […]
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