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The United Way of Knox County has reached 92% of their goal!

Katie Ellis, Executive Director of the United Way of Knox County says the 2024 campaign which raises money for 2025 has raised $926, 423 which is a little short of their $1 million goal.

On the Morning Thing Friday, Eric spoke with Katie about their current campaign.

Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

Katie says they will work with 20 different agencies around Knox County. They will receive about $635,000 of support. Last year the United Way about 25% of the population of the county.

Katie explains how the fundraising works for the United Way. Their current campaign ends in just a few days. Then they start raising money for 2026.

Katie adds that they have a new staff member and they recently welcomed new Program Coordinator Kristina Hagemann.

Time is running out to donate to this year’s campaign. The organization encourages the community to help reach the goal and continue supporting vital goals in the coming year.

Click HERE for more information or to donate to the United Way of Knox County!

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WNZR’s Meet the Staff Monday with Josiah Pletcher

WNZR’s Meet the Staff Monday feature is back! We are welcoming 13 NEW DJs to our airwaves this month!

Today, we introduce you to Josiah Pletcher. He is a Freshman Communication & Media (Digital Media) Major from Lancaster, PA.

Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

Josiah is very active here at MVNU. He is on the Men’s Volleyball team and a part of student government.

He shares some of his favorite foods and artists and memories he has made here at MVNU.

Josiah talks about how God has been working in his life. His favorite verse is Colossians 1:17

You can hear Josiah Pletcher on WNZR on Monday and Wednesday nights from 11pm to 12am.

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WNZR’s Meet the Staff Monday with Olivia Skillings

WNZR’s Meet the Staff Monday feature is back! We are welcoming 13 NEW DJs to our airwaves this month!

Today, we introduce you to Olivia Skillings. She is a Freshman Communication & Media (Digital Media) Major from Mechanicsburg, OH.

Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

She came to MVNU because she wanted to grow in her faith and be with people who thought the same way.

Olivia plays basketball at MVNU and just finished her season.

She shares some of her favorite foods and artists and memories she has made here at MVNU.

Olivia talks about how God has been working in her life. Her favorite verse is 2 Timothy 1:7.

You can hear Olivia Skillings on WNZR on Thursdays at 1pm and 7pm.

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The Morning Thing Celebrates the MVNU Women’s Auxiliary Spring Conference

As a part of Friday Favorites, the Morning Thing hosts celebrated the MVNU Women’s Auxiliary Spring Conference that is happening this weekend by sharing their favorite clips of Comedian and Guest Anita Renfroe.
Eric’s favorite is Oreos . Click HERE for the clip

Shawn’s favorite is Just lie to me. Click HERE for the clip


Xander’s is Big ole sweet ice tea and you can hear why HERE

Click HERE for Anita’s Big Ole Sweet Tea

Marcy’s is Momisms and you can hear why HERE.

Click HERE to hear Anita’s Momism Song.

Click HERE to learn more about the MVNU Women’s Auxiliary Spring Conference

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March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.

Brittany Coon with the Knox County Board of Developmental Disabilities talks about the history of the month including when President Ronald Reagan designated the month in 1987.

Click HERE to hear the full conversation.
She talks about the major events including the Developmental Disabilities Month Luncheon and a coloring contest within the county including over 800 participants.

She tells us about two folks who were the Individual Spotlight Award winners: Cheyenne Proper and Sabrina Wilson.,

Brittany continues to talk about award winners: Community Partner Winner the YMCA of Mount Vernon and Employer of the Year, The Wishmaker House Bed and Breakfast.

Brittany talks about the three Local Hero Award winners at the Developmental Disabilities Month Luncheon: Retied Knox County Sheriff David Shaffer, Tina Davis, and Brandy Swingell of Creative Foundations.

Click HERE to find out more about the Knox County Board of Developmental Disabilities.

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WNZR’s Meet the Staff Monday with Ethan Cline

WNZR’s Meet the Staff Monday feature is back! We are welcoming 13 NEW DJs to our airwaves this month!

Today, we introduce you to Ethan Cline. He is a Sophomore Communication & Media (Digital Media) Major from Howard, OH.

Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

Wyatt tells us that originally, he was a graphic design major and then he had a class with Jayme McMillan and that changed his mind.

Wyatt is very active here at MVNU. He is on the Volleyball Team and plays Esports. He also likes golf and works at a golf course.

He shares some of his favorite foods and artists and memories he has made here at MVNU.

Ethan talks about how God has been working in his life. His favorite verse is Psalm 86:12.

You can hear Ethan Cline on WNZR on Mondays and Wednesdays at 12pm.

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WNZR’s Meet the Staff Monday with Zoey Hover

WNZR’s Meet the Staff Monday feature is back! We are welcoming 13 NEW DJs to our airwaves this semester!

Today, we introduce you to Zoey Hover. She is a Sophomore Communication & Media (Digital Media) Major from Sparta, OH.
Click HERE to hear our conversation with Zoey.

Zoey has really enjoyed getting into radio and feels like God put her here for a reason.

Zoe is very active here at MVNU. She is on the Lakeholm Viewer staff (student newspaper) and leads a small group called Cougs for KSP (Knox Starting Point).  

She shares some of her favorite foods and artists and memories she has made here at MVNU.

Zoey talks about how God has been working in her life. Her favorite verse is Revelation 5:13.

You can hear Zoey on WNZR on Fridays from 2pm to 4pm.

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WNZR talks with Margy Arck – 2025 EmpowHER Award Winner

EmpowHER Award Winner 2025
Margy Arck was the winner of the 2025 EmpowHER Award.
She was nominated by her daughter, Mandy Jemison.
Click HERE to hear Margy talk with WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart.

Margy shares how she felt when she received this award.
Margy talks about her daughter and her family. She has been serving in education for 30 years. She has been the Principal at Dan Emmett Elementary School for 23 years.

Margy shares how she is inspiring and influencing empowerment in others, especially in the field of education. She shares how she strives to encourages her staff and young women that are new teachers.
Margy talks about the EmpowHER Event Theme – Thrive Without Limits.

EmpowHER Award:
This award is given to a Woman of Inspiration!
Belief is a powerful engine. This woman believes so strongly in the outcomes she seeks that her beliefs mold her path to get there. The recipient of this award champions for women in her network, workplace, and community. She is a team player and active mentor who paves the road to empowering women in leadership roles. She is a woman of inspiration that is true to herself, and her example is so noteworthy as to inspire others spontaneously. Her passion channels her actions and her voice as she strives to empower the women and girls of Knox County.

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WNZR talks with Kelly Welker – 2025 EmpowHER Raising the Bar Award Winner

EmpowHER Raising the Bar Award Winner 2025
Kelly Welker was the winner of the 2025 Raising the Bar Award.
She was nominated by her sister-in-law, Natalie Welker.
Click HERE to hear Kelly talk with WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart.

Kelly shares how she felt when she received this award.
Kelly is the Director of Operations at Mortellaro McDonalds. She has worked with McDonalds for 42 years! She oversees 8 different restaurants in 4 counties. She talks about her journey to this position. She also shares encouragement for young women who are just getting started in their careers.

Kelly talks about the EmpowHER Event Theme – Thrive Without Limits.

Raising the Bar Award:
This award is given to a Woman with 20+ years of experience in their field! The recipient of this award is an extraordinary woman who has manifested a legacy that continues to inspire others. She has dedicated her life to the advancement of those around her and paved the way for the leaders of tomorrow. She is recognized as an ambassador for women through her extraordinary dedication, personal achievements, and service to others through mentorship, philanthropy, and business. This award recognizes a woman who has spent more than 20 years in her field.

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WNZR talks with Chris White 2025 EmpowHER Event Heart Award Winner

EmpowHER Event Heart Award Winner 2025
Chris White was the winner of the 2025 Heart Award.
She was nominated by Lauren Lochotzki, Director of Survivor Services at New Directions of Knox County.
Click HERE to hear Chris talk with WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart.

Chris shares how she felt when she received this award.
Chris is on the front line as the Director of the Emergency Department and directs the Forensics Program at Knox Community Hospital. She has been serving at KCH for 20 years and has served in healthcare for 32 years. She talks about how to face a day in the ER where things are challenging and rewarding.

Chris talks about the EmpowHER Event Theme – Thrive Without Limits.

Heart Award:
This award is given to a Front-Line worker! The Heart Award was born out of COVID19 and the need to acknowledge greater endeavors in support of our humanity with a focus on others over self. This woman has a commitment and passion for service while making an impact and leads with purpose. She has dedicated her life as a successful front-line worker. She has proven her endless dedication to her field.

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