Community reacts after immigration raid forces closure of popular Mexican restaurant in Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon's beloved Panchos Tacos closed after a federal immigration raid, leaving loyal customers shocked.

Sheriff shares new details on Mount Vernon immigration raid, says office was alerted by feds

"When the federal government tells you not to do something, you kind of do what they request," the Knox County sheriff said.

Mount Vernon taco shop targeted in federal immigration raid, city officials say

The raid happened at around 10 a.m. Oct. 9, according to the owner of the building. It is unclear how many people were detained.
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4 from Mt. Vernon charged in Posey County undercover drug operation

HENDERSON, Ky (WEHT) – Four people from Mt. Vernon have been arrested and charged in connection with an undercover drug ...

Homeland Security raids Mexican restaurant in Mount Vernon, city officials say

City officials said they became aware of a federal Immigrant and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operation happening at Pancho’s Tacos, located at 110 Mount Vernon Ave., around 12:30 p.m. It’s unclear how ...
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ICE Raid at Panchos Tacos Leaves Mount Vernon Officials Seeking Answers and Transparency

ICE agents conducted a raid on Panchos Tacos in Mount Vernon, with local officials unaware and seeking answers.

A Mount Vernon, Mo., fall tradition returns for the 59th year

One of southwest Missouri’s most iconic festivals is back for the 59th year, Apple Butter Makin’ Days.What has grown into a ...
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HSI detains, removes several Panchos Tacos employees in Mount Vernon

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement operation took place at the Panchos Tacos restaurant in Mount Vernon on Thursday.