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WNZR presents the May 2023 MVNU Presidential Update

MVNU’s President, Dr. Henry Spaulding, talked with The Morning Thing for his final Presidential Update.

Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

Dr. Spaulding shared an update on his health and talked about how this graduation would be bittersweet. Dr. Spaulding will be retiring after MVNU’s Commencement on 5/6/23.

He talked about the accomplishments that he is proud of, shared memories from his time at MVNU and gave us an update on the Presidential Search.

Dr. Spaulding shared a special message to the Class of 2023 and all MVNU students. He also shared encouragement for MVNU Faculty and Staff.

He shared the plans that he and Sharon have for retirement, including a trip to Florida and a move to Sunbury.

The WNZR Staff want to thank Dr. Henry and Sharon Spaulding for their incredible service to our ministry and Mount Vernon Nazarene University. Please join us in praying for this transition for their family and MVNU.

Dr. Spaulding,
Thanks for the many conversations and valuable information that we have shared over these past few years. It has been my honor to talk with you each month as we highlight a very special place – 800 Martinsburg Road! Your legacy will live on at MVNU. God bless you in retirement.

Marcy Rinehart
WNZR Station Manager

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The Morning Thing Friday Favorites – we share memories

For our Friday Favorites this week, The Morning Thing hosts shared their favorite memories from this school year.

Click HERE to hear from Marcy Rinehart, Allison Prouty and Ricky Geyer.

Allison and Ricky are headed to internships for their summer. Please pray for this transition for them and Marcy.

Alyssa Sidle joins the show next week on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

The Morning Thing is a great way to start your day, weekdays 6am – 9am.

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WNZR celebrates Seniors Week with Mackenzie Holder

This week, The Morning Thing is shining the spotlight on our WNZR Seniors!

We have 8 graduating seniors on our Big Blue Crew.

On Wednesday, we shared a conversation with Mackenzie Holder.
Mackenzie is from Johnstown, Ohio. She is graduating with a degree in Communication and Media (Digital Media).

Mackenzie shares what brought her to MVNU and how she found her way to WNZR.
She has held many jobs at WNZR including Office Assistant, Co-Host of The Morning Thing, Communication Department Assistant, Voice of the Cougars Social Media Team, plus Head Editor of the Lakeholm Viewer.

Mackenzie shares some memories and lessons that she has learned over these past 4 years.

She asks for prayer for her future. Mackenzie will be attending Miami University in the fall to get her Masters Degreee in Sports Management.

Click HERE to enjoy the conversation!

Congratulations to the Class of 2023!

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WNZR celebrates Seniors Week with Kasey Middaugh

This week, The Morning Thing is shining the spotlight on our WNZR Seniors!

We have 8 graduating seniors on our Big Blue Crew.

On Wednesday, we shared a conversation with Kasey Middaugh.
Kasey is from Bellefontaine, Ohio. He is graduating with a degree in Christian Ministries with a focus in youth and family.

Kasey shares what brought him to MVNU and how he found his way to WNZR through his fiancée Zoe Bricker.

He shares some memories and lessons that he has learned being part of the WNZR Team.

Kasey also shares the exciting news about his new job with Pataskala Church of the Nazarene.
Please pray for Zoe and Kasey as they prepare for their wedding on 8/5!

Click HERE to enjoy the conversation!

Congratulations to the Class of 2023!

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MTVarts presents Our Town 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 shared their history with the stage and how they got involved with theater.

The actors shared their favorite lines from the show. They also share why the community should come to see this class tale come alive on the Memorial Theater stage this weekend.

Click HERE to enjoy our conversations with:

Jeff Scott – Mr. Webb

Mackenzie Leland – Emily Webb

Christopher Hartman – George Gibbs

Thor Collard – Dr. Gibbs

Stephanie Scott – Mrs. Webb

Jacqueline Sanders-Allen – Mrs. Soames

Our Town Show Times:
Friday, May 5, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 6, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, May 7, 2 p.m.
Daytime School Performance – Friday, May 5, 8:30 a.m.

Tickets
$20 Main floor
$15 Balcony
$3 discount for Students K-12

Buy the 2023 Season and save $5 on every Our Town ticket.

Click HERE to purchase tickets.

Director – Bruce Jacklin

Described by Edward Albee as “the greatest American play ever written,” Our Town presents the small town of Grover’s Corners in three acts: “Daily Life,” “Love and Marriage” and “Death and Eternity.” Narrated by a stage manager and performed with minimal props and sets, the play depicts the simple daily lives of the Webb and Gibbs families as their children fall in love, marry, and eventually – in one of the most famous scenes in American theatre – die. Thornton Wilder’s final word on how he wanted his play performed is an invaluable addition to the American stage and to the libraries of theatre lovers internationally.

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WNZR celebrates Seniors Week with Hedi Colon

This week, The Morning Thing is shining the spotlight on our WNZR Seniors!

We have 8 graduating seniors on our Big Blue Crew.

On Tuesday, we shared a conversation with Hedi Colon.
Hedi is from Puerto Rico. He is graduating with a degree in Exercise Science. His minor is Sports Media.

Hedi shares how baseball brought him to MVNU and how he found his way to WNZR.
He has served on Video Team and enjoyed being part of the WNZR.TV Crew.

Hedi shares his favorite memories from both WNZR and MVNU.
His dream job is to own a facility for young athletes to get training in their chosen sport. He wants to be a light in the lives of young athletes.

Hedi asks that we pray for him as makes the tough decision to either stay in the USA or go home to Puerto Rico.

Click HERE to enjoy the conversation!

Congratulations to the Class of 2023!

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WNZR celebrates Seniors Week with Daniel Skrzypchak

This week, The Morning Thing is shining the spotlight on our WNZR Seniors!

We have 8 graduating seniors on our Big Blue Crew.

On Tuesday, we shared a conversation with Daniel Skrzypchak.
Daniel is from Elgin, Illinois. He is graduating with a degree in Communication and Media (Digital Media). His minors are Sports Media and Graphic Design.

Daniel shares how volleyball brought him to MVNU and how he found his way to WNZR.
He has shared his talents with our team on and off the air, including working for WNZR Video Team and helping with graphic design jobs.

Daniel shares his favorite memories from both WNZR and MVNU.
He will be returning this fall to finish a few credits and serve as an Assistant Coach for the MVNU Women’s Volleyball Team.

Click HERE to enjoy the conversation!

Congratulations to the Class of 2023!

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WNZR celebrates Seniors Week with Henry Shobert

This week, The Morning Thing is shining the spotlight on our WNZR Seniors!

We have 8 graduating seniors on our Big Blue Crew.

On Monday, we shared a conversation with Henry Shobert.
Henry is from Wickliffe, Ohio. He is graduating with a degree in Communication and Media (Digital Media).

Henry shares what brought him to MVNU and how he found his way to WNZR.

He shares some memories and lessons that he has learned being part of the WNZR Team.

Henry also shares the exciting news about some awards that he received this semester. We congratulate him!
Henry asks for prayer for his future. He will be attending law school at Cleveland State University in the fall, working on his dream to become a lawyer.

Click HERE to enjoy the conversation!

Congratulations to the Class of 2023!

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WNZR’s Seniors Week with Ben Alexander

This week, The Morning Thing is shining the spotlight on our WNZR Seniors!

We have 8 graduating seniors on our Big Blue Crew.

On Monday, we shared a conversation with Ben Alexander.
Ben is from Marysville, Ohio. He is graduating with a degree in Communication and Media (Digital Media).

Ben shares what brought him to MVNU and how he found his way to WNZR.

He shares some memories and lessons that he has learned being part of the WNZR Team.

Ben also shares a prayer request as he interviews for jobs in radio and seeks to find his career path after MVNU.

Click HERE to enjoy the conversation!

Congratulations to the Class of 2023!

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April 2023 Spotlight on Mount Vernon with Mayor Matt Starr

Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr shared updates on the City with The Morning Thing on Friday, 4/28/23.

Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

Topics included:

  • A discussion about current construction and maintenance projects including a project to deal with storm water issues.
  • An update on city parks and the grounds maintenance.
  • Discussion on the 2023 cleanup that is coming soon in Mount Vernon
  • An update on the recommendation for senior housing from the Mount Vernon Planning Commission.
  • Information about the proposed plans for a housing development on Vernonview Drive, as housing is a huge need in the community.
  • Details on the opening day of Hiawatha Water Park. It will open on May 27th.
  • Updates from Mount Vernon City Council, including Mayor Starr’s thoughts on the legislation that passed on Monday for annexation in the city.
  • Discussion on what actions have been taken to improve the condition of Mount Vernon’s 12 ball fields.
  • Update on the City’s Police Department, including Mayor Starr’s thoughts on hiring a second community advocate.
  • An update from the Mount Vernon Fire Department.
  • Discussion on Mount Vernon’s adoption of residential ADA forms and how the forms benefit both citizens and first responders.
  • Mayor Matt Starr shares his goals for April, including:
    • Cleaning up the streets
    • Dealing with storm damage
    • Improving utility infrastructure
  • Mayor Starr shares about the events happening in the city in May, including the Mount Vernon Memorial Day Parade, which WNZR’s very own Joe Rinehart will MC!
  • Mayor Starr tells us how we can pray for his team as they head into the month of May.
  • Residents can stay connected to the City of Mount Vernon on their brand new YouTube page, The City of Mount Vernon. Public city meetings will be livestreamed and archived on this page. Citizens can still check the City’s website and Facebook.

To stay in touch with the City, go to:

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