Established Mount Vernon eatery, Agave Mexican Restaurant, announces its closure after over twelve years of service to the local community. The restaurant, located at 300 South 44th Street, will cease […]
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Category: Mount Vernon News
Mt. Vernon man killed by truck now named
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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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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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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The main jobs in Mt. Vernon
The history of employment in Mount Vernon, Illinois, dates back to the early 19th century when the town was founded in 1817. Since then, the city’s economy has evolved significantly. […]
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Mount Vernon Defeats East St Louis To Set Up Final
Mount Vernon Sectional: St. Anthony Sectional: NCOE Sectional: 2A Sectional:
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