Posts Tagged ‘mount vernon’

Financing Offered for Construction of New ‘Spec’ Homes

Posted on July 18th, 2017 by admin@greatermount

Mount Vernon may soon see an influx of new desirable, affordable housing. A major housing project created by the Greater Mount Vernon Association is in the works and expected to begin by September 1, 2017.  This program was created to improve the quality of life in Mount Vernon, increasing its […]

History, Independence and Freedom: the Founding of Mount Vernon

Posted on July 6th, 2017 by admin@greatermount

Few holidays are as widely recognized in our country as Independence Day. After all, it is the nation’s celebration of history, independence and freedom. Fewer still, however, are connected with the history behind the city of Mount Vernon and the man who made many amenities  of the town possible. Early […]

4th of July Fireworks Celebration

Posted on July 1st, 2017 by admin@greatermount

In Mount Vernon, fireworks are a crowd favorite each year. Join us at the Riverfront, Saturday, July 1st* from 4PM-12AM, for our annual 4th of July Fireworks Celebration! Come enjoy food and beverage, live patriotic music from the Wolfgang Orchestra and watch the fireworks show! The celebration this year is […]

What’s All the Buzz? Five Reasons to Go to the Mount Vernon Riverfront!

Posted on June 19th, 2017 by admin@greatermount

Yes, Mount Vernon has always been located on the Ohio River, but it’s just been the last several years that there’s been such a flow of visitors and families visiting the Mount Vernon riverfront.  So, what’s all this recent buzz about, you ask? Well, from new additions to renovations, there […]

Mount Vernon Films by the Front

Posted on May 22nd, 2017 by admin@greatermount

We’re looking forward to this year’s Films by the Front! The outdoor movie series is held at the Riverbend Park Riverfront. This year’s feature films include Finding Dory, Moana, Sing, Secret Life of Pets, Lego Batman Movie, and Beauty and the Beast. All films are free and open to the […]

Cabela’s King Kat Tournament hits the Ohio and Wabash Rivers at Mt. Vernon

Posted on May 18th, 2017 by admin@greatermount

The City of Mt. Vernon will welcome Cabela’s King Kat anglers and their guests from 8 states to the area to enjoy competitions and the opportunity to enjoy the many attractions in the area, including the Riverbend Riverfront Park and the many local eateries. Host lodging for the event will […]

Mount Vernon School Again Awarded Grade A from State of Indiana

Posted on January 11th, 2017 by admin@greatermount

The Metropolitan School District (MSD) of Mount Vernon has been awarded an A Grade from the Indiana Department of Education for the 2015-16 school year. This rating is a well-deserved increase from previous years and is the highest score ever received for the Mount Vernon School system. These grades are […]

Parks & Recreation Department Keeps Mount Vernon Active

Posted on January 11th, 2017 by admin@greatermount

The Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation Department hosts programs and activities all year long. Spring, summer and fall are especially busy times to be outdoors and in parks in the Mount Vernon community. Follow the Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation on Facebook! Riverbend Park is the ideal venue for many great events as […]

Kid’s Easter Egg Hunt at Western Hills Country Club

Posted on by admin@greatermount

Be sure to head out to Western Hills Country Club for their annual Easter Party & Egg Hunt. The fun starts at 9AM on March 31st! We hope to see you there! Please RSVP by Tomorrow, March 29 to 812-838-3148


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