We got the chance to talk with Patrick Loudermilk, a Board Member and Vice President for the Centerburg Heart of Ohio USA Days Festival! He shares with us all the information regarding this years 20th anniversary event! Including the schedule, where the event is, how parking will work, and so much more!
To learn more about the festival, click HERE!
WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talked with Katie Ellis, Executive Director and Kristina Hagemann, Program Coordinator for the United Way of Knox County. The ladies shared exciting news about two new bike programs happening in our community. They also shared a report about the recent Power of the Purse Event. Katie and Kristina also shared highlights of their summer calendar, how to stay connected to the United Way and how to get involved with Women United.
Click HERE for the full conversation.
New Directions of Knox County is doing something very exciting this year, and Callie Pillow, from New Directions, got to tell us all about it! They are having their first ever Family Block Party Fundraiser and it is going to be an exciting night.
Come out and enjoy live music, food trucks, activities, and more!
Callie tells us about everything happening at the Block Party and also shares background information on their shelter.
To learn more about the event, click HERE!
We got to talk with Zoe Bricker and Ben Slater from MVNU Admissions, for the big announcements about Sonfest!
They share everything about Sonfest including:
We are excited to welcome ELEVATION RHYTHM, John Mark McMillan, Citizens, and more to MVNU’s campus, as a part of the concert lineup!
For more information or to get tickets, click HERE!
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 graduation at MVNU and plans for the Summer of 2025.
We covered many topics including:
Dr. Castleman also shares special messages for the MVNU students, staff and faculty.
He also shares how we can pray for MVNU and his family throughout the month of June.
Click HERE for more information about MVNU.
Mayor Matt Starr joins us for the May Spotlight on Mount Vernon.
Click HERE to hear the full conversation!
First Mayor Starr gives us his thoughts on State Issue 2 passing in the May Primary. He says its passage is a huge benefit to the city and explains why.
He talks about the Knox Pages article that discusses wanting to use Tax Increment Financing or TIF districts and the city’s New Community Authority which would apply to the Liberty Crossing development on Newark Road. He says using both items help city leaders develop areas and pay for infrastructure projects.
He talks about the opening of the Splash Pad, and gives updates on construction projects around the city including Mansfield Avenue shared use project, Mansfield Avenue culvert replacement, and the Fairgrounds Road watermain and resurfacing project.
He talks about the Hiawatha Water Park and Pool which is now open.
He talks about the Arch Neighborhood Improvement Survey. He says they want to find out what residents want to happen in the neighborhood park.
He gives an update on City Council. He says they didn’t have much this past week due to the holiday, but there are several things in the works.
He gives an update on the city’s police department including opening Safety Town for children to learn bicycle safety.
He also talks about a grant regarding dealing with crisis and events that happened centering around a high-speed chase that happened last week.
He also asks for prayers for the family of Morrow County Sheriff Deputy Sherrer and Sheriff’s Department after Sherrer was killed in the line of duty Monday.
He shares an update from the Mount Vernon Fire Department including receiving a grant from the Elks for equipment and they are applying for several other grants to help offset costs to the community.
He also says a portion of Morris Township that the city was servicing will begin getting service from Monroe Township Fire.
He gives his goals for June 2025 including getting several projects moving and underway.
He also gives some calendar events will be getting underway including the Summer Concert Series and Front Porch Concert Series.
He gives ways you can stay up to date with the city including going to the city’s new website, and ways we can pray for him and city leaders throughout the month.
Click HERE to connect with the city of Mount Vernon.
On the Morning Thing Thursday, Eric shared a 2025 guide to fairs and festivals in Knox County and surrounding counties. This is a great guide for some Summer Fun from Knox Pages.
Some of the events that Eric mentioned include:
WNZR will also be a number of summer events, and we are also looking for community partners to help cover these events.
Click HERE to find out how to become a partner of On The Road with Big Blue this summer.
Click HERE to see all the events listed by Knox Pages.
On the Morning Thing Wednesday, Eric shared some fun activities that you should have on your bucket list for the month of June (which starts this Sunday).
Some of the items include:
Click HERE to see the June Bucket List from Ordinary and Happy.com
The awareness focusing on “Nothing to Fear Day” has roots in 1933 when Franklin D. Roosevelt first used the phrase, “We have nothing to fear, but fear itself.” It would help Americans through the fear of uncertainty to make it through the Great Depression and then World War II.
Marcy and Xander first talked about risks which can lead to fear as they and nine other WNZR staff members head to a Christian Music Broadcasters Conference called Momentum in Florida.
Then Eric spoke about the origins of Nothing to Fear Day, ways to face fears and bible verses to help you fight them with the armor of God.
Click HERE for an article to help you face your fears.
Click HERE for over 30 hopeful bible verses about fear from Country Living.
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!
Rise and Shine 