For our Friday Favorites, the Morning Thing shared their favorite memories of Spring 2025.
Also, we say goodbye the MT host Shawn Williamson.
Click HERE to hear the goodbye and our favorites.
The Morning Thing Friday Favorites – Spring 2025 Semester
April 2025 Spotlight on Mount Vernon with Mayor Matt Starr
On the Morning Thing Friday, Mayor Matt Starr talked to Marcy Rinehart about the issues facing Mount Vernon.
Click HERE to hear the entire conversation.
He talks about major construction projects on Mansfield Avenue and Fairgrounds Roads. He also talks about a comprehensive infrastructure initiative regarding water lines and culvert replacements. The bid for the shared use path is also now open.
Mayor Starr then talks about the current municipal building and the safety of the building. He says that they need to move from the building as soon as possible.
Mayor Starr says renovations at Memorial Park have started and things are moving along nicely. The Harmony Playground is doing well and at Riverside Park the Splash Pad is almost done and should be open in May and the opening of Hiawatha Water Park.
Mayor Starr talks about Issue 2 which is on the statewide ballot this May. Issue 2 is a proposed change to the constitution that would let the state government borrow $2.5 billion over ten years—up to $250 million each year—to help local governments cover costs for public infrastructure projects.
Mayor Starr gives an update on city council. He talks about council working on a grant for the police station. He also says that a property transfer to the Land Bank has been a hot topic, an update on the Knox County Comprehensive Plan.
Mayor Starr gives an update on the police department and their new facility.
Mayor Starr gives an update on the fire department and the large amount of training they have been doing. They’ve also applied for a First Responder grant.
Mayor Starr says that one of his goals for May is coming up with a plan to vacate the municipal plaza building. He also talks about some other projects around town.
Mayor Starr says that they are going to be applying for a $2.5 million grant for the Waste water Treatment Plant.
Mayor Starr talks about upcoming events for the city including the Yard Sale Trail which is this weekend.
Mayor Starr talks about how we can pray for him, city council and others trying to improve the lives of citizens of Mount Vernon. He also shares how you can stay up to date online.
Click HERE to visit the City of Mount Vernon’s website.
Interchurch Social Services Set to Open New Facility
The Centerburg Office of Interchurch Social Services is opening this week!
Eric Brown spoke with Carolyn Fergus, Executive Director for Knox County Interchurch Social Services about this answer to prayer.
Click HERE to hear the entire conversation.
She talks about the ribbon cutting ceremony that will be held Sunday.
She also briefly talks about the other locations and a program focusing on ending child hunger in schools and at home.
Click HERE to find out more about Knox County Interchurch Social Services.
Yes! You can Leave Your Kids for One Night!
On the Morning Thing Tuesday, Marcy and Eric shared 10 reasons why you should get away without the kids.
Here are some things to keep in mind when planning time with your spouse:
•     Your kids aren’t the only ones that need attention.
•     Happy Marriage = confident children
•     It’s not all about them.
•     You demonstrate God’s love.
Click HERE for some helpful insight from familylife.com
How to Get Motivated to Do Spring Cleaning
It’s the time of year that a lot of people dread. Spring Cleaning.
On the Morning Thing Monday, Marcy shared tips on how to get motivated and stick with cleaning.
Some of tips include:
• Clean in the Morning
• Set a Schedule
• Avoid Distractions
• Reward Yourself
Click HERE for more tips.
The Morning Thing Friday Favorites – Good Friday 2025
Today as we honor Good Friday, The Morning Thing hosts have a special Friday Favorites. They share their favorite Easter songs.
Songs:
Marcy’s Favorite – I Believe It (The Life of Jesus) by Jon Reddick
Shawn’s Favorite – Holy Forever by Chris Tomlin
Xander’s Favorite – Man on the Middle Cross by Rhett Walker
Eric’s Favorite – The King of Love by Steven Curtis Chapman
Kenyon BFEC Is Celebrating Earth Day Saturday
The Brown Family Environmental Center (BFEC) at Kenyon College holding is “Keep It Wild Earth Day Festival” Saturday.
Click HERE to hear the full conversation.
Eric from the Morning Thing talked to Jada Swearingen about the fun day featuring mammals from the Ohio Nature Center, bugs from OSU’s United Titanium Bug Zoo, and birds of prey from the Ohio Bird Sanctuary.
The event runs from 12pm to 4pm Saturday, April 19th.
Click HERE to find out more about the event.
The Morning Thing Friday Favorites – 4/11/25
It is National Pet Day! For our Friday Favorites, The Morning Thing hosts shared about their favorite pets.
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Marcy’s former pet Belle (she passed away July 2024)
Shawn’s Dog Knox
Xander’s Dogs Bogie and Ellie
Victory Seventh Day Adventist Church Presents: Health & Wellness Expo
WNZR’s Judah Keith had a chance to talk with Pastor Derick Logan of Victory Seventh Day Adventist church about their annual Health & Wellness Expo.
Click HERE to hear the full conversation.
The Expo is happening this Sunday, 4/13 from 11am – 6pm at the Delaware County Fairgrounds in the AG Center, 236 Pennsylvania Avenue.
Pastor Derick shares details about the screenings and activities, plus the heart behind his church hosting this FREE event.
Screenings include: blood pressure checks, cholesterol levels, blood sugar testing, BMI measurements, and much more!
Activities include: wellness workshops, fitness demonstrations, healthy food samples, and giveaways.
For more information go to http://www.delawareexpo.com
WNZR talks with Lindsey Lamp, Executive Director of New Directions
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. New Directions wants to bring attention to this important issue.
WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talked with New Directions Executive Director, Lindsey Lamp about their recent Teal Walk and Kick-off of this special month. She shares the importance of this issue and how it is impacting our community. Lindsey talks about the signs of sexual assault and what to do if you are a victim or you suspect someone is in trouble.
She also shares the details about several special events planned for this month and the programs that New Directions offers year-round.
Click HERE to hear the full conversation.
If you need help, please call the 24/7 New Directions Crisis Hotline at 740-397-HELP (4357).
Find more information at http://www.newdirectionsknox.org
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