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WNZR presents the October 2024 MVNU Presidential Update

MVNU’s President, Dr. Carson Castleman, talked with WNZR for our monthly MVNU Update.
Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

Dr. Castleman shared his thoughts about how fall semester is going for MVNU.

We covered many topics including:

  • Exciting news about MVNU Stats Day, including an update on enrollment. 
  • MVNU Giving Day totals and how the donations will impact students and the overall campus. Dr. Castleman talked about the importance of each gift. You can give a gift at https://mvnu.edu/giving-day-3/ 
  • The closure of Eastern Nazarene College and how MVNU is responding and addressing the needs of those students. He also shares some stats of how many ENC students came to MVNU.
  • Recent transitions with University Advancement, Development and Alumni Relations. He announced the hiring of two new positions for MVNU – Chief Development Officer for the office of University Advancement and Executive Director of Enrollment Systems and Operations.
  • MVNU’s new Gateway Program. Dr. Castleman has prioritized strengthening church relations through this new initiative. MVNU will partner with churches, nonprofits and corporations to increase access to education.
  • He also shares his top priorities for MVNU in the month of October.
  • Dr. Carson Castleman highlights some exciting events coming up on his calendar and the MVNU calendar, including a trip to South Africa.
  • He shares special messages for MVNU students, faculty and staff.
  • He also shares how we can pray for MVNU and his family in the month of October.

Click HERE to stay up to date with news from MVNU.

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Experience Mount Vernon celebrates Johnny Appleseed

Lacey Filkins, Executive Director for Experience Mount Vernon stopped by The Morning Thing to talk about an exciting event coming to downtown Mount Vernon.
Click HERE to hear the full conversation.
Lacey shared all the exciting details of the annual Johnny Appleseed Apple Festival. She shared the schedule, list of entertainment, food choices, festival location, parking options and more.
The festival is Friday, 10/4 from 5pm – 8pm on East Ohio Avenue on the block between South Gay and South Main Streets.
Lacey also shared a list of upcoming events for the 2024 Christmas Holiday.
For all the details of this event and upcoming events – go to the Experience Mount Vernon webpage – HERE!

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September 2024 Spotlight on Mount Vernon with Mayor Matt Starr

Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr shared updates on the City with The Morning Thing on Friday, 9/27/24.

Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

Topics included:

  • A discussion about current construction and maintenance projects for the city. He shares the progress of these projects:
    • Mansfield Road
    • North End Bike Path
    • Update on the $500,000 critical infrastructure grant that is being used for a street improvement project for West Burgess Street and West Hamtramck Street
  • Mayor Starr gives updates on other projects for the City:
    • Update from the Engineering Department on the Water Meter and Flood Plain Inventory Study.
    • Mayor Starr shares information about another grant for the City – a $750,000 Neighborhood Revitalization Grant.
    • Mayor Starr shares an update in the City Auditor’s Position and the appointment of an interim auditor. Samantha Ramsier has been appointed to take over for Terry Scott who has retired.
  • Mayor Starr shares updates from Mount Vernon City Council:
    • Tax Levy Rates
    • Permission to dispose of some police vehicles and other various equipment
    • One Time Community Improvement Funds through the Ohio General Assembly (surplus from the State Budget) – $2 million dollars for design and construction of the new Mount Vernon Police Station
    • Created a new TIF (Tax Increment Financing) District
    • Change of traffic direction on West Hamtramck and West Burgess Streets

  • Mayor Starr shares an update from the Mount Vernon Police Department.
    • Calls for service
    • Recognition for Lieutenant Rex Young from the Ohio Attorney General’s office for scenario-based training
  • Mayor Starr shares an update from the Mount Vernon Fire Department.
    • Calls for service
    • Fire Hydrant flushing
    • Swearing in 3 new full-time officers and promoting 3 officers
  • Mayor Starr talks about two referendums on the November ballot for voters. Both referendums are citizen-driven referendums based on opposition to City Council approvals earlier this year. He discusses the Edgewood Road proposed project and the rezoning project on Vernonview Drive. He shares the administration’s perspective on both issues and what has made them so controversial.
  • Mayor Starr shares a list of events planned for the City in October.
    10/7 – Early Voting begins, and absentee ballots will be mailed out
    10/10 – Open House at the Mount Vernon Fire Department in honor of Fire Prevention Week
    10/12 – Servitas – Event hosted by the Knox County Career Center Junior ROTC Challenge. All members of the military will be represented. 29 teams will be competing in different physical challenges.
    10/29 – Comprehensive Plan Update
    10/31 – Trick or Treating for Mount Vernon, 5:30pm – 7pm
  • He shares goals for October and shares how we can pray for him and his team.
    – Splash Pad at Riverside Park
    – New year-round restroom at Harmony Park Playground
    – C A & C Depot work on the Liberty Plaza and American Heritage Park
    – Projects in West Foundation Park and on North Catherine Street
    – West End Flood Plain Elevation Study

To stay in touch with the City, go to:

  • Website – http://www.mountvernonohio.org
  • Facebook – The City of Mount Vernon
  • X – CityMV1805
  • YouTube – The City of Mount Vernon
  • LinkedIn – City of Mount Vernon, Ohio
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The Morning Thing Friday Favorites 9/20/24 – we are ready for Sonfest!

For our Friday Favorites this week, The Morning Thing hosts shared their favorite songs from artists coming to Sonfest 2024! We hope to see you on the campus of Mount Vernon Nazarene University on Saturday! Gates open at Noon!

Click HERE to hear from our hosts.

Xander loves Running Home by Cochren & Co.

Marcy loves Perfectly Loved by Rachael Lampa and TobyMac

Alyssa loves The Prodigal by Josiah Queen

Shawn loves Somebody to You by Rachael Lampa and Andrew Ripp

Here is the Sonfest Schedule:

  • 12 PM – Gates Open
  • 1 PM – Tyler Maddux & Co. (Main Stage)
  • 1:35 PM – Lights & Sounds (Side Stage)
  • 2:35 PM – Josiah Queen (Main Stage)
  • 3:05 PM – Cold Streets (Side Stage)
  • 4:05 PM – Rachael Lampa (Main Stage)
  • 4:50 PM – Monarchs to Oblivion (Side Stage)
  • 5:45 PM – Cochren & Co. (Main Stage)
  • 6:30 PM – SafeKept (Side Stage)
  • 7:45 PM – Hulvey (Main Stage)
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United Way of Knox County Hosts First Annual Day of Caring: A Day of Service and Community Building

The Morning Thing shares exciting news from the United Way of Knox County!

United Way of Knox County proudly celebrated its first annual Day of Caring, a remarkable day of community service and volunteerism that took place on Friday, September 13, 2024. This inaugural event brought together individuals and business volunteers from a wide range of organizations, including Kokosing Construction, Knox Community Hospital, Park National Bank, Hospice of the Western Reserve, Knox Public Health, the Winter Sanctuary, Hope Now Furniture Bank, Interchurch, Fredericktown Fire Department, and the American Red Cross.

Volunteers participated in a variety of impactful projects across Knox County, demonstrating the power of collaboration and the collective commitment to making a difference in the community.

Key activities included:

  • Free smoke alarm installation in homes across Fredericktown, in partnership with the American Red Cross and Fredericktown Fire Department.
  • Home construction alongside Habitat for Humanity to support families in need of affordable housing.
  • Renovation and construction work at Interchurch in Centerburg, providing much-needed improvements to their facility.
  • Service projects at local community organizations, including Salvation Army, Knox County Head Start, and The Freedom Center.

United Way is deeply grateful for the tireless efforts of the many volunteers who contributed their time and energy to make the Day of Caring a success. Their dedication is a testament to the strength of Knox County’s spirit of giving and service.

“We are thrilled with the outpouring of support for our first Day of Caring,” said United Way of Knox County Program Director Halle Krajenski. “The passion and enthusiasm of our volunteers made a tremendous impact in just one day, and we are excited to see how this event will continue to grow and strengthen our community in the years to come.”

The Day of Caring also served as an inspiring showcase of the community programs and initiatives made possible by generous United Way donations. Each project exemplified the meaningful, lasting impact that United Way-supported efforts have on the lives of Knox County residents.

As United Way kicks off their annual Charitable Campaign, Executive Director Katie Ellis shared her thoughts: “This day is a powerful reminder of what we can accomplish when we come together for a common cause. The projects completed today reflect the heart of our mission—to create real, lasting change. As we launch this year’s campaign, we are grateful for the volunteers, partner organizations, and donors who make it all possible. Together, we can continue building a network of social support for everyone in Knox County.”

For more information about United Way of Knox County and how you can get involved, visit www.uwayknox.org or contact liveunited@uwayknox.org.

Photos courtesy of Terry Thurston and United Way of Knox County

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The Morning Thing Friday Favorites – we love Disney musicals!

All this week on the show, we have shined the spotlight on the MTVarts Production of The Little Mermaid Jr.
In honor of opening night (tonight), our Friday Favorites took on a musical theme..
This week for our Friday Favorites, The Morning Thing hosts shared their favorite Disney Animated Movies.
Click HERE to hear from Alyssa, Xander, Shawn and Marcy.

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WNZR presents the September 2024 MVNU Presidential Update

MVNU’s President, Dr. Carson Castleman, talked with WNZR for our monthly MVNU Update.

Dr. Castleman shares his thoughts about the kickoff of fall semester.
Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

We covered many topics including:

  • His favorite moments from his first official Move In Day and Welcome Week as MVNU’s President.
  • A heart-warming story of how a donor helped give a very special gift (bibles) to our students.
  • MVNU enrollment numbers for the 24-25 academic year.
  • How MVNU has embraced the students of Eastern Nazarene College after the news of their closure.
  • Transition in MVNU University Relations, Development and Alumni Relations.
  • Dr. Castleman shares exciting news for MVNU. This summer, MVNU celebrated the launch of two new programs: Master of Social Work and our first doctoral-level program — Doctor of Nursing Practice. He tells us more about these new opportunities for students.
  • Dr. Castleman announces a few new exciting partnerships for MVNU.
  • He also shares MVNU’s NEW tagline for marketing – where meaning meets momentum
  • Dr. Castleman shares highlights from the MVNU University Dinner, a time to celebrate faculty and staff.
  • He also shared his top priorities for MVNU as we head into this new academic year.
  • MVNU’s Theme Verse this year is 1 Thessalonians 5:24
  • Highlights of MVNU’s calendar for the month of September.
  • He shares a special message for MVNU students. Faculty and staff as they wrap up their first week of classes.
  • Dr. Castleman tells us how we can pray for MVNU in the month of September and how we can pray for him and his family.

Click HERE to stay up to date with news from MVNU.

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MVNU launches the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

MVNU has launched the first doctoral level program – DNP, Doctor of Nursing Practice.
Debra Garee, DNP, RN, MVNU’s DNP Director and Associate Professor of Nursing stopped at WNZR to share about the new program.
She talked about the different concentrations within the DNP program and the length of the program.
Debra shared that courses are broken into 3 categories: DNP Foundational Courses, DNP Core Courses and Didactic and Clinical Courses.
She shared how to register for an informational session and find more information.
Debra also talked about how this powerful statement guides the program: Empowering Leaders, Enriching Souls: Transforming Healthcare Through Faith and Knowledge.

Click HERE to hear the conversation.

Click HERE for more information about MVNU’s new DNP program.

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