We spoke with Kevin Henthorn, the Executive Director for the Knox County Veterans Service Office, and he shares all about the Memorial Day festivities happening downtown!
He talks about the true meaning of memorial day that can sometimes be forgotten. He also highlights the parade and the special service afterwards! There is a lot going on in Mount Vernon starting with the parade this morning! Come on down to downtown Mount Vernon to celebrate!
We got to speak with Kristina Hagemann and Katie Ellis from the United Way of Knox County about their amazing event! These ladies give us the rundown on the United Way and this great event!
Kristina and Katie share all the details about the night, how to get tickets, and what to do once you get in the door! They also mention how this event can help the women and the community of Knox County.
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We wrapped up on Friday with our Friday Favorites! It is National Do Something Good for your Neighbor Day, so The Morning Thing hosts shared their ideas on how to serve your neighbor! We encourage you to help someone out today!
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We spoke to Captain Christine Moretz and Campaign Cabinet Chair, Austin Swallow, from the Salvation Army of Mount Vernon as they shared an update on their fantastic Light The Day Campaign!
They talk about everything regarding the new “Learning Lighthouse on Salvation Square”! Fundraising, construction, as well as how they got started!
The new building is set to open early next year and they chat about everything that they will have on site there!
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To stay updated on what they are doing, click HERE!
This morning on The Morning Thing, our hosts shared a conversation with Jess Kirby, the Development Director for Starting Point Pregnancy and Family Resource Center. She highlighted the exciting event that is coming to Mount Vernon! A night with Mark Schultz will be taking place on Saturday, October 4th!
Jess talks about everything you need to know regarding the event and shares the incredible story that made it all happen! We also get a little insight into Mark’s story and why he supports places like Starting Point.
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MVNU’s President, Dr. Carson Castleman, talked with WNZR for our monthly MVNU Update.
Dr. Castleman shared his thoughts about the spring semester at MVNU and plans for the Summer of 2025.
We covered many topics including:
Dr. Castleman also shares special messages for the MVNU Class of 2025, students, staff, and faculty.
He also shares how we can pray for MVNU and his family throughout the month of May.
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Seniors Week 2025 wrapped up today on The Morning Thing.
We have honored graduates from the MVNU Department of Communication.
Today, we featured Senior Taylor Tyler. We talked about why she decided to come to MVNU and get connected to WNZR. We shared memories, lessons learned and recognized her as the 2025 Outstanding Member of the WNZR Leadership Team!
We talked about the future and celebrated her time at WNZR and Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU).
Click HERE to enjoy our conversation with Taylor Tyler from Alexandria.
We wrapped up Seniors Week on Friday. We have been sharing memories all week with our MVNU graduates. For our Friday Favorites, The Morning Thing hosts shared their favorite memories with our WNZR Seniors.
It’s Seniors Week at WNZR and are talking to students graduating this year.
Judah Keith from Howard (but grew up in Jacksonville, Florida) talks about how he made the decision to come to MVNU.
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Judah says he is graduating with a degree in communication and why he decided to go in that direction.
We’ll also share memories, talk about the future, and celebrate their time at WNZR and Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU).
It’s Senior Week at WNZR and we are talking to students graduating this year.
Mia Reed is from Illinois and chose MVNU after visiting a few other colleges and loved the atmosphere on campus and in Mount Vernon. Her mom also went to MVNU.
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Mia explains how she got involved with WNZR and her position with the station which is social media manager. She talks about the things she has learned as part of the WNZR staff including how to rely on people.
Mia shares big news including accepting a new job at another university and a prayer request for her moving and starting her new job.
Rise and Shine 