The community newspaper for Mount Vernon and Lisbon

Mount Vernon-Lisbon Sun
The community newspaper for Mount Vernon and Lisbon

Mount Vernon-Lisbon Sun
The community newspaper for Mount Vernon and Lisbon

Mount Vernon-Lisbon Sun
All content by Megan Klein
Neomia Hutchins hands out candy to a young trick-or-treater during Hallmark Care Center’s annual Halloween celebration Friday afternoon in Mount Vernon.

At Hallmark Care Center, Halloween brings joy, color, and connection

Megan Klein, For the Mount Vernon-Lisbon Sun
November 5, 2025
From left, Alaina Marti, Caroline Rupe, Lyla Glaza, Eastin Whisner, Stephanie Whisner, Denise Brannaman, Mollie Marti, and Monte Marti pose for a photo at the Big Apple Orchard in Mount Vernon. The group helps run the orchard, which features apple picking, baked goods and locally made products. Below: A mural of the Statue of Liberty holding an apple decorates a barn at the Big Apple Orchard in Mount Vernon. Owner Monte Marti said the orchard takes its name from the image, which inspired the “Big Apple” title.

Big Apple Orchard offers a slice of small-town charm

Megan Klein, For the Mount Vernon-Lisbon Sun
October 23, 2025
Iowa Department of Education leaders visited the Mount Vernon Community School last week to meet with administrators and tour classrooms. The visit highlighted the district’s progress in literacy, math, and hands-on learning initiatives. Photos contributed by the Mount Vernon Community School District.

State education officials visit Mount Vernon schools to highlight student success, innovation

Megan Klein, For the Mount Vernon-Lisbon Sun
October 23, 2025

Trick-or-treating set for Halloween night in Mount Vernon

Megan Klein, For the Mount Vernon-Lisbon Sun
October 15, 2025