The Morning Thing co-hosts shared their favorite thing that happened this week for our Friday Favorites!
What was your favorite thing that happened this week? Share your answer by emailing wnzr@mvnu.edu!
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Easter is a time of remembrance for us as Christians and certainly a time of celebration as well! For our Friday Favorites today, The Morning Thing hosts shared what songs help them celebrate and remember Easter for what it is really all about!
Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr shared updates on the City with The Morning Thing on Friday, 3/22/24.
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Today for our Friday Favorites The Morning Thing hosts share some praises from their time at WNZR! With LifeLine 2024 just around the corner, what better time than now to share how God has blessed you! What are some of your favorites praises that you have shared with our station? Let us know!
Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s theatre program will perform “Meet Me in St. Louis,” March 22-24.
WNZR’s Alyssa Sidle spoke with director Zach Sherman and four cast members: Alex Pittman, Naomi Painter, Destiny Fullerton and Mallery Thompson!
Listen to the full conversation below or by clicking HERE.
The play is based on the book by Sally Benson. It is presented by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing Inc., as adapted by Christopher Sergel.
“Meet Me in St. Louis” is a three-act play that follows the Smith family. It is 1904, and the World’s Fair is about to begin. For the five Smith children, this is the event of the century. But when their father announces that he has taken a job in New York, the family bands together to stop the move. Hilarity ensues as the children move from one disastrous plan to the next, in hope of staying in the city they love.
The cast list includes:
Mr. Smith — Alex Pittman
Lon — Nasir Cousin
Tootie — Mallery Thompson
Grandpa Prophater — Zane Menzie
Katie — Kelsey Keppel
Rose — Destiny Fullerton
Esther — Marhin Chismar
Mrs. Waughop — Ashley Farrar
Mrs. Smith — Naomi Painter
Ida — Grace Maddux
Fred — Nick Cline
Agnes — Kara Jenkins
John Shephard — Tyler Maddux
Lucille Pentard — Chloe Hall
Mr. Dodge/Conductor — Josiah Holloway
Duffy — Ashlynn Scott
“Most people are familiar with the musical adaption of Meet Me in St. Louis. However, I have always had a soft spot for this iteration of the story. It is a fun comedy with a great ensemble cast, and it has been a joy seeing the students step into their various roles. I can’t wait to share this with the Mount Vernon community,” said Director Zac Sherman (’14) and coordinator of Theatre at MVNU.
Performances are Friday, March 22 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, March 23, at 2:30 p.m.; and Sunday, March 24 at 2:30 p.m. All performances take place in The Thorne Performance Hall located inside the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Fine Arts Building at Mount Vernon Nazarene University, 800 Martinsburg Road, Mount Vernon, OH 43050.
Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for MVNU students and anyone under 18. Tickets for all performances may be purchased online at theatre.mvnu.edu or at the box office beginning one hour prior to show time. Seating opens approximately 30 minutes prior to show time. This production is suitable for all audiences.
For more information, visit theatre.mvnu.edu, email theatre@mvnu.edu, or call the MVNU Theatre coordinator at 740-397-9000 ext. 4235. Follow MVNU Theatre on Facebook and Instagram to keep up with the latest program news and events.
Emily McConville joined WNZR’s Alyssa Sidle to talk about the upcoming Responding to Addiction training.
Emily first shares about her position as the Community Relations Coordinator with the Mental Health Board. Emily then gives details for the upcoming training on March 27th at the Ramser 4 H Activity Center (700 Perimeter Drive, Mount Vernon, OH).
The comprehensive addiction training will help participants learn more about the science of addiction, the signs, the symptoms, evidence-based treatment options, medications, and engagement strategies.
Register by 3/20/24 by emailing mbody@knoxhealth.com or call 740-398-9210
Listen to the full conversation below or by clicking HERE.
Shelia Walsh will be the speaker featured at the MVNU Women’s Auxiliary Spring Conference.
She is an accomplished author, Bible Teacher, and Television host.
WNZR’s Alyssa Sidle had the chance to chat with Sheila Walsh.
She shared an update of what she’s been up to in 2024. She also shares about her new book, ‘Holding On When You Want To Let Go’.
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Shelia speaks about finding balance in the midst of everything she’s a part of, including speaking, writing and hosting numerous TV shows for TBN. She says that it’s important to remember that being busy doesn’t necessarily mean being productive, and that you have to focus on taking sabbath.
Shelia gives a small preview of what to expect at the conference this weekend.
Shelia talks about how we can pray for her and her husband Barry and their ministry.
Tickets are still available for this weekend’s conference.
Tickets can be purchased at the door for this event.
Two day tickets are $45 and one day tickets are $25.
Conference Schedule:
Friday, March 15
5:30-7:00 p.m. Registration
7:00-9:00 p.m. Friday Session
Saturday, March 16
8:00-9:00 a.m. Registration
9:00 a.m.-noon Saturday Sessions
Click HERE for more information on MVNU Women’s Auxiliary. You can become a member this weekend!
MTVarts presents HONK Jr. this weekend at the Knox Memorial Theater.
WNZR was honored to chat with several cast members about their experience in this fantastic show.
The actors talked about their characters and how they prepared to play these roles. They talked about their favorite songs and shared memories. The actors also shared encouragement for other kids with an interest in theater.
Enjoy our conversations with:
Kale Oswalt – Ugly
Briggs Swallow – Drake, Ugly Duckling’s Father
Kamryn Van Valkenburg – Ida, Ugly Duckling’s Mother
Will Pletcher – Greylag, Goose General
Mollie Jurkowitz – Downy, Sibling of Ugly
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Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Ugly Duckling.”
Directed by: Serra Barrett
Music Director: Laura Ackert
Choreographer: Anthony Ingham
Synopsis:
This delightful adaptation of the beloved fable and the award-winning musical is a heartwarming celebration of what makes us special.
Ugly looks quite a bit different from his darling duckling brothers and sisters. The other animals on the farm are quick to notice and point this out, despite his mother’s protective flapping. Feeling rather foul about himself, the little fowl finds himself on an adventure of self-discovery, all the while unknowingly outwitting a very hungry Cat. Along the way, Ugly meets a whole flock of unique characters and finds out that being different is not a bad thing to be.
Performances:
7:30pm Friday March 15
2:00pm Saturday March 16
7:30pm Saturday March 16
2:00pm Sunday March 17
Click HERE to buy tickets.
For our Friday Favorites this week, The Morning Thing hosts are celebrating St. Patrick’s Day a little early. The hosts share their favorite green things in the world!
This week’s Meet the Staff Monday on WNZR features freshman, Shawn Williamson.
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Shawn is from Grove City, OH, TN. His major is Communication and Media (Digital Media).
Shawn shares what brought him to MVNU and how he found his way to WNZR. He has a unique connection to radio through his grandpa!
Shawn is a member of the MVNU Outdoor Track Team and plays on numerous intramural teams throughout the school year.
You can also learn more about Shawn with WNZR’s Rapid Fire, including how he made an appearance on America’s Funniest Home Videos!
Shawn’s favorite life saying is “Don’t take life too seriously”!
Enjoy the conversation!
You can hear Shawn on WNZR on Tuesdays 1 pm – 2 pm and Thursdays 3 pm – 4 pm.
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