Congratulations to the 2023 Little Mr. Knox County – Owen Warner of Gambier!
1st Runner Up – Harrison Doup of Danville
2nd Runner Up – Bill Brown Schreiber of Gambier
WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart had a chance to chat with the boys. They talked about their special outfits (including some fancy ties), the questions they answered on stage and what they were each excited to do at this year’s Fair.
Click HERE to enjoy the conversations!
Congratulations to the 2023 Little Miss Knox County – Cora Ruckman of Mount Vernon!
1st Runner Up – Izabelle Titus of Fredericktown
2nd Runner Up – Bridgette Koontz of Gambier
3rd Runner Up – Brystal Sharp of Fredericktown.
WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart had a chance to chat with the girls. They talked about their beautiful dresses, the questions they answered on stage and what they were each excited to do at this year’s Fair.
Click HERE to enjoy the conversations!
WNZR was excited to connect with the 2023 Knox County Junior Fair Royalty.
2023 Queen – Mia Armstrong
1st Runner Up – Reagan Ward
2nd Runner Up – Vivian Noble.
WNZR’s Joe Rinehart had a chance to chat with these ladies, along with the 2022 Queen, Anna Maglott.
Click HERE to hear their conversation.
Keep checking back throughout the week as WNZR shares more great interviews and results from the 2023 Knox County Fair. Also, get registered to win HERE!
Marcy Rinehart of The Morning Thing talked with Amy Carpenter, Junior Fair Chairwoman and Patrick Frazer, Junior Fair Board President about an exciting project at this year’s Fair.
The students are hosting “Stock the Trailer”. They are in competition with other Junior Fair Boards to collect non-perishable food for local food pantries. Listen in to hear how you can help in this project and help families in need in our community!
Click HERE to hear the full conversation.
Donations can be dropped off at Amy Carpenter’s Yard Barn Office, at the Main Knox County Fair Office or at Big Blue!
The Morning Thing hosted the monthly MVNU Update on Friday, 7/7/23.
Dr. Wilson also gave us a rough timeline for the installation of a new president. The hope is to announce the new president by mid-fall.
MVNU’s Interim President, Dr. David Wilson shared a campus update.
Click HERE to hear the full conversation.
He shared the scope of his role during this transitional period at the university. He also shared an update on the Presidential search. A search firm is helping MVNU through this process.
He talks about the commitment from the MVNU Board of Trustees and the need for prayer. He invited all of us to join him in prayer and fasting as we face this important decision and transition.
Stay connected to MVNU online HERE.
Lacey Filkins, Executive Director of Experience Mount Vernon, was a special guest on The Morning Thing today. She shared all the details of tonight’s July First Friday.
The theme is “Wild July”!
Lacey gives us an overview of the schedule, parking information, details about this month’s Classic Car Cruise-In, and food choices.
The event is from 6pm – 9pm on Friday, 7/7 in downtown Mount Vernon.
Click HERE to hear the full conversation.
Click HERE to see more details about tonight’s event, plus see what is in WNZR’s “Clean Up, Drink Up, Soak Up and Frame Up” prize basket!
For our Friday Favorites today, The Morning Thing hosts celebrate the Columbus Zoo’s visit to July First Friday.
Alyssa and Marcy share their favorite animal to see when visiting the zoo.
Don’t miss a chance to see animals tonight on the Public Square in downtown Mount Vernon.
Click HERE to hear about penguins and manatees!
July First Friday is tonight from 6pm – 9pm!
Click HERE for more details about tonight’s event and how to register for WNZR’s “Clean Up, Drink Up, Soak Up and Frame Up” Prize Basket!
The WNZR Crew is On The Road with Big Blue this week at the Centerburg Heart of Ohio USA Days Festival.
So, today for our Friday Favorites, The Morning Thing hosts shared their favorite things to do at this festival. It is a lot of fun for families!
Click HERE to hear from Alyssa Sidle and Marcy Rinehart.
Click HERE to see the complete festival schedule.
Click HERE to register for our Family Summer Fun Prize Baskets. Thanks to Mid-Ohio Powersports for their partnership!
The Centerburg Heart of Ohio USA Days Festival is happening this week! This festival is full of music, entertainment, food and fun for your family.
WNZR talked with Committee Member, Candy McCracken. She has been helping coordinate the festival for 22 years!
Click HERE to hear the full conversation.
She shares details about this year’s schedule and activities.
She is excited about the 9 amazing inflatables that are coming including a Velcro Wall, Human Foosball, Star Wars Obstacle Course and Slide.
There will also be music on stage each day, 12 food vendors, over 50 crafters and a big parade Saturday morning at 10am.
Candy shares details about parking and how to stay connected with the festival.
Website – heartofohiousa.com
Facebook – Heart of Ohio USA Days Festival
If you would like to volunteer at the festival, please call Candy at 740-501-6144.
Get registered to win a Family Summer Fun Prize Basket courtesy of Mid-Ohio Powersports and WNZR. WNZR will give away 4 baskets during the festival. Each basket is valued at over $240!
Click HERE to register!
Fishing with Fathers is coming to Ariel Foundation Park on Sunday!
This FREE event is Sunday, 6/18 – Father’s Day!
WNZR’s Alyssa Sidle talked with TeenWorks Executive Director, Angela Harris about this wonderful event and the mission of their organization.
Click HERE to hear their conversation.
The event is from 12 pm – 4 pm. NO fishing license is required.
