Burn Ban in Effect. All outdoor burning is prohibited in Franklin County.
Come be a part of Franklin County’s favorite downtown festival! The 51st annual CountryFest presented by Key Club will be on Saturday, October 10, from 9 am to 3 pm in downtown Mount Vernon. More than 100 vendors have already registered, but there’s still room for a few more. The deadline to register is September 13 with no late fees; the final cutoff is October 2, with an additional $15 fee per booth.
“We are at maximum capacity for food vendors, but we have created a waiting list,” explained Vendor Chair Pam Greenberg. “Several new merchants have signed up for 2026, and many of our traditional favorites are returning.”
Look for the vendor application on Mount Vernon Key Club’s Facebook page or on the club's website, mvkeyclub.wordpress.com.
