SCILL Center students will be assisting the City of Knox’s elderly or physically handicapped residents with leaf raking this Fall.
Continue readingSCILL Center Students to Help with Leaf Raking
Culver Road Closed Near Knox Middle School for Crosswalk Installation
Part of Culver Road in Knox is closed for a crosswalk installation. Culver Road is closed between Main and Bower streets through Thursday, according to the Mayor’s Office.
Continue readingKnox Railroad Crossing to Be Closed for Maintenance Next Week
Knox motorists should be on the lookout for a railroad crossing closure next week. The Pearl Street crossing will be closed for maintenance starting Monday.
Continue readingWythogan Park Splash Pad Opens Today
Splash pad season is back in the City of Knox. The Wythogan Park splash pad officially opens for the season today. The Mayor’s Office says it’ll be open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Continue readingApplications Now Open for Knox 50/50 Sidewalk Replacement Program
The City of Knox is once again offering to pick up half the cost of sidewalk replacement. The Mayor’s Office is now taking requests for the 2021 residential/business sidewalk replacement program.
Continue readingKnox Leaf Pickup Starts Monday
Spring leaf pickup starts Monday in the City of Knox. Leaf pickup will take place April 5 through 9 and May 3 through 7, according to the Mayor’s Office. Leaves should be placed in a long row next to the curb along the street, not in the alley. Residents are asked not to bag the leaves and to keep any trash out of the leaf piles.
Continue readingHydrant Flushing to Take Place in Knox, Culver
Knox residents may notice some brown tap water over the next few days. That’s because the Water Department is currently flushing its fire hydrants. The Mayor’s Office says the water is safe to drink, and it can be cleared up by running cold water from a bathtub or outside faucet. The hydrant flushing is scheduled to wrap up next Friday.
Continue readingKnox Fall Bash Canceled due to COVID-19
Another local event has been canceled, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. The City of Knox has announced that the 2020 Fall Bash that had been scheduled for September 19 has been canceled. That includes the fireworks show and the Knox Alumni Reunion.
Continue readingWythogan Park Splash Pad Closed for the Season
As temperatures are finally starting to reflect that it’s fall, the City of Knox has closed up the Wythogan Park Splash Pad for the season.
Continue readingKnox Family Fun Day Planning Meeting to be Held Tonight
The City of Knox is seeking residents willing to provide a helping hand during July’s Family Fun Day and Fireworks Display.
The final planning meeting prior to the event on Saturday, July 6th will be held tonight at 6 p.m. at shelter #4 in Wythogan Park.
Continue readingA Portion of Roosevelt Road in Knox Will Be Closed Saturday
The Knox Mayor’s Office has issued an alert about a road closure planned for Saturday.
Continue readingMayor’s Office Announces Temporary Closure for Thursday’s Street Print Installation
Knox officials are excited to get the city’s street print project wrapped up. However, in order to do so, it will require a temporary intersection closure to be put in place tomorrow.
Continue readingThe Knox Movies in the Park Series Starts This Month!
The Knox Parks Department plans to kick off the Movies in the Park series before the month is up.
Continue readingCity of Knox Willing to Cover 50% of Sidewalk Replacement Costs for Residents and Businesses
If you are a resident or business owner in Knox who has been looking to spruce up the sidewalk adjacent to your property you have a chance to receive some financial assistance to do so through the City’s 2019 Sidewalk Replacement Program.
Continue readingWeek One of Leaf-Pick Up for the City of Knox Starts on Monday
Knox residents are reminded that spring leaf pick-up will begin next week on Monday, April 1st.
The first week of leaf pick-up will run from the first day of April through Friday, April 5th. Leaves will be picked up again during the week of Monday, April 29th through Friday, May 3rd.
Continue readingRibbon Cutting and Open House for the Knox Pop-Up Store is Right Around the Corner
A unique opportunity for local business owners was highlighted during Tuesday night’s Knox City Council meeting.
Mayor Dennis Estok reminded council members and meeting attendees about this Saturday’s Pop-Up Store ribbon cutting.
Officials will be unveiling the new establishment at 10 S. Main Street tomorrow at 12 p.m.
Continue readingKnox Mayor’s Office to Close Wednesday & Thursday, Trash Pick-Up Delay Expected
Due to the dangerously frigid temperatures affect our area this week, Knox City Hall will be closed on Wednesday, January 30th and Thursday, January 31st.
According to a press release from the Mayor’s Office, the closure is for the safety of residents and city employees during this extreme weather event.
Continue readingKnox Mayor’s Office Declares Winners of Holiday Decorating Contest
The Knox Mayor’s Office extended their appreciation to everyone who participated in the city’s Holiday Decorating Contest and announced this year’s winners.
Carlson Drive was really feeling the Christmas Spirit, with the second and first place winners both residing there. Continue reading
Monday is the Last Day to Sign-Up for Knox’s Holiday Decorating Contest
The final day to sign up for the Holiday Decorating Contest in the City of Knox will be Monday, December 10th.
In order to get signed up all you have to do is call the Mayor’s Office and provide your name and address, then you’ll be added to the list of homes that will be judged. You can call during business hours or leave a message with all necessary information on the Mayor’s voicemail.
There will be cash prizes awarded for the three best-decorated homes. Continue reading
The Knox Peppermint Parade has Been Rescheduled Due to Anticipated Inclement Weather
Due to the inclement weather that is anticipated for Saturday, December 1st, the Knox Peppermint Parade has been rescheduled for Saturday, December 15th.
Additionally, the deadline to sign-up for the parade has been extended. Participants now have until Wednesday, December 12th to submit their application. Click the following link to access the Peppermint Parade Application or visit the city’s official website, cityofknox.net. Continue reading
