Mt. Vernon

The hospital's volunteer auxiliary members raised the money through various fundraisers in 2024.

This is in alignment with the United States Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administrations National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.

The open house will focus on a current park master planning effort for Veterans Memorial Park and Lincoln Park, as well as an indoor recreation facility market study.

There were no reported injuries.

The project is set to start in 2026 and is estimated to span over a 10-year period.

The plan is expected to be completed by late spring.

Mayor John Lewis said the jury is still out on the cashless bail issue.

The 16-year-old female victim was transported to a local hospital where she later died.

In the future, the City of Mt. Vernon will monitor businesses closer, ensuring that they all comply.

If awarded, the funds will be utilized for essential improvements, including siding, windows and roofs.