Category: Mount Vernon OH

Would you like the local candidates to know what YOU think?

Knox Pages brings two Talk the Vote events to Knox County.

Cheryl Splain from Knox Pages talked with WNZR about their “Talk the Vote” events coming this week. These events give citizens a chance to tell the candidates about the issues and topics that are important to them. These events also help to create a Citizens Agenda that will be shared with those who are elected.

Click HERE to hear this valuable conversation and information.

Mount Vernon’s “Talk the Vote” event will give voters the opportunity to share their thoughts on the future of the city and Council’s role in that future. It will take place Tuesday, Oct. 12 in the Recital Hall of the historic Woodward Opera House, located at 107 S. Main St. in downtown Mount Vernon.

Doors will open at 6:45 p.m. and the discussion will start at 7 p.m. It will be catered by Stein Brewing Company.

Fredericktown’s “Talk the Vote” event will be split into two half-hour sessions, with the first 30 minutes dedicated to the village/Village Council and the last 30 minutes dedicated to the school district/Board of Education. Voters who attend either or both sessions will have the opportunity to share their thoughts on the future of the village and each governing body’s role in that future.

The event will take place Thursday, Oct. 14 at the Mill Street Nature Center, located at 12 Mill St. in Fredericktown. Doors will open at 6:45 p.m. and the discussion will begin at 7 p.m. The event will be catered by Taste of Country.

Register for the Mount Vernon Talk the Vote at this link – https://tickets.knoxpages.com/events/talk-the-vote-mount-vernon-10-12-2021

Register for the Fredericktown Talk the Vote at this link – https://tickets.knoxpages.com/events/talk-the-vote-fredericktown-10-14-2021

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October 2021 MVNU Presidential Update with Dr. Henry Spaulding

MVNU President, Dr. Henry Spaulding talked with WNZR for our October MVNU Presidential Update.

Dr. Spaulding shares an update on how the school semester is going so far and how COVID is affecting the MVNU campus.

He shares an update on Phase 2 of the new soccer and lacrosse stadium, plus other special projects at MVNU.

Dr. Spaulding talks about his top goals for the month of October. He also shares a special message to students, staff and faculty as mid-term break approaches.

Click HERE to hear the conversation

Click HERE to stay up to date on everything happening at MVNU.

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Johnny Appleseed Apple Fest comes to downtown Mount Vernon on Saturday 10/9

Anthony McNeal, Mount Vernon’s Downtown Manager talked with WNZR about the new event hosted by Main Street Mount Vernon. The Johnny Appleseed Apple Fest will be a fun family event with music, food and lots of activities.

Click HERE to hear the conversation.

Click HERE to see all the details of this exciting new event.

Come celebrate fall in downtown Mount Vernon on Saturday, 10/9 from 10 am – 2 pm.

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The Morning Thing LOVES Apples!

For our Friday Favorites this week, The Morning Thing co-hosts shared their favorite ways to eat apples! We honor Johnny Appleseed’s legacy as downtown Mount Vernon celebrates the first-ever Apple Fest!

Click HERE to hear how Marcy, Wesley and MacKenzie eat their apples.

Click HERE to find out more about the Johnny Appleseed Apple Fest.

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The Morning Thing Focuses on Local Ministries: Kandee Popham of Place 4 Grace

This week, the Morning Thing is highlighting some local ministries with whom WNZR has partnered. We are excited to share updates with you from Place 4 Grace, a local maternity housing ministry.
Kandee Popham, Executive Director for Place 4 Grace shares the vision and mission of the ministry.
She also shares why it is important to have a ministry like Place 4 Grace in our community.
Kandee shares the ways that people can get involved and support the ministry.

You can hear the entire conversation with Kandee HERE.

Place 4 Grace’s annual fundraiser, Flannel Fest, will be this Friday, October 1st at 6:15pm.
To learn more about Place 4 Grace and their ministry, be sure to check out their website.

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MTVarts hosts Frozen Junior this weekend! WNZR gives you a chance to meet the cast!

MTVarts presents Frozen Junior this weekend in the Memorial Theater at the Knox Memorial. WNZR has been honored to feature some cast members of the production all this week on The Morning Thing.

Click HERE to hear from these cast members:
Minda Bates – Anna (16 years old, Junior, Homeschool)
Ashlynn Scott – Elsa (16 years old, Sophomore, Homeschool)
Esme McDonald – Sven (16 years old, Junior at Mount Vernon High School)
Maggie Richardson – Olaf (14 years old, Freshman at Newark Catholic)
Sage Szucs – Queen Iduna (15 years old, Sophomore at Mount Vernon High School)
Emily Hammond – Pabbie (16 years old, Junior at Mount Vernon High School)
Peyton Hauenstein-Cline – Oaken (15 years old, Freshman at Mount Vernon High School)

Listen in as these amazing young actors describe their characters, favorite songs, and costumes. They also share with us their favorite memories of this experience on stage. 

You can enjoy Frozen Junior this weekend!

3 performances

Friday September 24 at 7:30pm

Saturday September 25 at 7:30pm

Sunday September 26 at 2:00pm

Go to www.mtvarts.com for ticket information.

Disney’s enchanting modern classic presented by the artsIQ youth ages 13 to 18 will melt your heart.

A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen JR. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart!

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MVNU hosts a Community Music School

The Morning Thing talked with MVNU Music Professor, John Packard about the Community Music School. He shared details on how this educational initiative started and how to register to participate.

Click HERE to hear the conversation.

To to www.mvnu.edu/communitymusic to register and see the deadlines for registration.

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MTVarts hosts Frozen KIDS this weekend! WNZR gives you a chance to meet the cast!

MTVarts presents Frozen Kids this weekend in the Memorial Theater at the Knox Memorial. WNZR has been honored to feature some cast members of the production all this week on The Morning Thing.

Listen in as these amazing young actors describe their characters, favorite songs, and costumes. They also share with us their favorite memories of this experience on stage. 

Click HERE to hear from these cast members.
Rosie Bernicken – Ensemble/Unicorn (8 years old, 3rd grade at Centerburg Elementary)
Jenna Jurkowitz – Olaf (11 years old, 6th grade at Mount Vernon Middle School)
Reese Ferenbaugh – Elsa (12 years old, 7th grade at East Knox)
Zell Pastor, Storyteller (11 years old, 6th grade at Mount Vernon Middle School)
Gavin Andrews (13 years old, 8th grade at Mount Vernon Middle School) plays Duke of Weselton in Frozen Junior and William Andrews (11 years old, 6th grade at Mount Vernon Middle School) plays Prince Hans in Frozen Kids
Avery Sears – Storyteller (11 years old, 6th grade at Mount Vernon Middle School)
Stemen Family – Will (15 years old, 10th grade at Mount Vernon High School) plays Kristoff in Frozen Junior; Rosie (11 years old, 6th grade at Mount Vernon Middle School) plays Anna in Frozen Kids and Ben (almost 13 years old, 7th grade at Mount Vernon Middle School) plays The King in Frozen Kids

You can enjoy Frozen Kids this weekend!

3 performances

Friday September 17 at 7:30pm

Saturday September 18 at 2:00pm

Saturday September 18 at 7:30pm

Go to HERE for ticket information.

Do you want to build a snowman? Join Anna, Elsa, Olaf, Sven, and all of your favorite characters as they embark on an epic, ice-filled journey of self-discovery, camaraderie, and the real meaning of true love.

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Today is Giving Day at Mount Vernon Nazarene University

James Smith, MVNU’s Vice President for University Relations talked with WNZR about Giving Day.

Click HERE to hear his conversation with WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart.
He shares details about this special day for MVNU and how gifts can change the life of a student.

Giving Day donations will go into the University Fund which provides tuition assistance, supports academic programming, service-learning opportunities, and more. The goal today is 1,000 donors and $100,000. One generous donor is offering a $25,000 matching gift today!

Find out more and make your gift at www.mvnu.edu/givingday

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