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Christmas In July!

Today on the Morning Thing we celebrated Christmas!

We told you all about Christmas In July, Interchurch Social Services’ annual collection of food and funds to benefit Knox County. You can find out everything you need to know about tomorrow’s collection, including needed items and collection points over here.

Our Morning Thing Fave 5 this week was our favorite Bible verses about giving.

  1. Proverbs 3:27 – “Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due,
    when it is in your power to act.”
  2. Luke 6:30 – “Give to everyone who asks you, and if anyone takes what belongs to you, do not demand it back.”
  3. Matthew 25:35-40 – “35 For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, 36 I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.’37 “Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink?38 When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? 39 When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?’ 40 “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’”
  4. Hebrews 13:16 – “And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.”
  5. Proverbs 22:9 – “The generous will themselves be blessed,
        for they share their food with the poor.”

Have a great weekend!

-Jess and Aubrey

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July 7th! Walks, Sundaes, Beauty and the Beast and Much More!

Today, Kelsey and Eddie talked about some holidays happening on July 7th.

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These holidays included:

We also had an interview with Megan Evans who plays Mrs. Potts in MTVArts upcoming production of The Beauty and The Beast.  If you want to listen to that interview click HERE, and if you’d like more info about MTVArts production click HERE.

You can also check out the new Bright Spots HERE.

For more information on the Operation Christmas Child discussion we had, look HERE.

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National Fried Chicken Day!

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Today Eddie and Dan talked about how today is Nation Fried Chicken Day.  We both gave a fried chicken recipe.  You can check them out HERE and HERE.

We also discussed a new food trend, The Meat Popsicle, and pondered trying one.  You can read the article HERE.

Matt Star, who plays Gaston in MTVArts production, gave us some insight into the play and his character.  You can listen to the interview HERE.

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Packing Hacks

Planning a vacation or trip soon? Check out these packing hacks we shared on the show today.

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If you click here, you’ll find a list of some other packing tips we shared.

And we also have a bonus link with even more tips and tricks that you can find here.

Even if you just use a couple of these hacks, your trip is guaranteed to go smoother!

Have a terrific Tuesday!

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Happy 4th of July from the MT!

Today was all about America’s Independence on the Morning Thing!

Fireworks FlagWe shared a list of the 76 most American things ever, including cheeseburgers, doughnuts, and buffet lines (don’t worry, they weren’t all food related). You can check out the complete list over HERE.

Click here to see the full schedule of events for Mount Vernon’s 4th of July Festivities, which caps off with fireworks at 10 pm.

 

Have a great 4th of July!

-Jess and Aubrey

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July’s MVNU Presidential Update – The Morning Thing 7/1/16

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Today, The Morning Thing shared July’s MVNU Presidential Update. We talked with MVNU President, Dr. Henry Spaulding.

Dr. Spaulding gave us an update on July’s schedule for the campus. He also shared some exciting numbers for the incoming freshman class. We also talked about the very busy travel schedule for the Spaulding family.

Click HERE to hear our conversation with Dr. Henry Spaulding.

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The Morning Thing shares 5 ways to have FUN this holiday weekend!

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Today, for our Morning Thing Fave 5, we have some idea for family fun!
It’s Independence Day weekend – here are our 5 favorite things to do for July 4th.

  1. Barbeque or cookout with your family. It’s National Grilling Month and Hot Dog Month. Enjoy the outdoors with good food, good friends and a good time!
  2. Go to an Independence Day parade. It is so fun to be with people you love, watching a parade. Always bring a bag or bucket to catch candy!
  3. Play baseball. It is America’s favorite sport. It’s extra fun to get everyone in the family involved. If Grandma can’t play, she can sit in a comfy chair and be the umpire. PLAY BALL!
  4. Watch the fireworks display. Fireworks are a crucial part of Independence Day. Find a local display, take everyone in the family and celebrate our wonderful country! It’s always fun to bring along some sparklers for the kids.
  5. Proudly wear red, white and blue. We should all show our pride on July 4th. The United States of America IS a great country! We are the land of the free and the home of the brave. As you celebrate the holiday, remember the sacrifices that our military officers continually make for our freedoms.
    The lyrics of our National Anthem give us a great reminder of how precious this freedom is for our country.
    Oh say can you see,
    By the dawn’s early light,
    What so proudly we hailed,
    At the twilight’s last gleaming?

    Whose broad stripes and bright stars,
    Through the perilous fight,
    O’er the ramparts we watched,
    Were so gallantly streaming.

    And thy rocket’s red glare,
    Thy bombs bursting in air,
    Gave proof through thee night,
    That our flag was still there.

    Oh say does that star spangled banner yet wave,
    O’er the land of the free, and the home of the brave.

    (Pictures from http://www.happy4thofjulyimages.com)

 

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Social Media Day!

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Today was Social media day, so Eddie and Marcy brought you up to speed with the history of social media and some interesting social media facts.

If you’d like to check out the history click HERE, and if you’d like to see the list of facts click HERE.

We also debuted our new segment Bright Spots, where our music director Kelsey Bryte takes you through the latest in artist new.  If you missed it and still want to listen in, check it out HERE.

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Also congratulations to our winner for What’s That Sound Robert of Mount Vernon.  He wins a 5$ gift certificate to Southside Diner.  Make sure to come see us at July First Friday from 6 PM to 9 PM!

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It’s National Waffle Iron Day – eat a waffle with The Morning Thing 6/29/16

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NATIONAL WAFFLE IRON DAY

Waffle lovers finally have their day of recognition TODAY (June 29), which is the day National Waffle Iron Day is observed. Some people enjoy their waffles plain with syrup, but we like ours topped with berries, whipped cream, and syrup. Who knew a simple machine would make such a big impact on our lives!

Click HERE for some history of this very special machine, including how it impacted the creation of Nike shoes!

Click Here for some EASY and YUMMY recipes for waffles.

Our favorites:

Doughnut waffles
Sausage and Egg Waffle Tacos
P-B-and-J Waffle Sandwiches

 

 

 

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Cleaning done correctly – The Morning Thing 6/28/16

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Have you ever stopped to think if your cleaning you kitchen correctly? Today, The Morning Thing shared 8 things that you are probably cleaning wrong in your kitchen.

Click HERE to see the list from Good Housekeeping.

We also found a great checklist to schedule our your cleaning jobs. Check it out!
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