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The Centerburg and Danville Auctions for Food For The Hungry are OPEN

There are so many ways to give to Food For The Hungry. The Centerburg and Danville branches of Interchurch are hosting Silent Auctions. You can bid on beautiful Christmas wreaths, trees and Christmas decorations. All items are on display at the First Knox National Banks in Centerburg and Danville. The bidding closes at Noon on Saturday, 12/14/19.

WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart had a chance to chat with Sheryl O’Neil and Joy Harris about these exciting auctions.

WNZR’s Wesley Boston also talked with Michelle Mann from Centerburg Elementary School. Michelle shared how student council members got involved and created wreaths this year.

Click HERE to hear their conversation.

See the Centerburg Auction items HERE.

See all the items up for bid at www.foodforthehungrycares.org

 

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Food For The Hungry is possible with partnerships across Knox County

The 38th Annual Food For The Hungry Drive is this Saturday, December 14th. This campaign is only possible because of hundreds of volunteers, a very active partner board and the generosity of Knox County residents. WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talked with Board President, Samantha Scoles about how the funds are distributed, options for giving and the impact of the grant program for food initiatives in our community.

Click HERE to hear their conversation.

Click HERE to find out more about Food For The Hungry and to get involved.

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Food For The Hungry helps Interchurch Social Services throughout Knox County

For over 3 decades, the Food For The Hungry drive has been collecting donations to help Interchurch Social Services. WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart had a chance to talk with some representatives of Interchurch around Knox County. She talked with Joy Harris, Executive Director, Katie Frazier, Fredericktown Interchurch Branch Manager and Sheryl O’Neil, Centerburg Interchurch Branch Manager. They shared details about the need around the county and how Food For The Hungry donations impact their organization and the services that they can provide.

Click HERE to hear their conversation.

Click HERE to stay up to date on the 2019 Food For The Hungry Drive. You can watch the totals rise and find ways to volunteer.

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Capt. Christine Moretz shares the impact that Food For The Hungry has on the Salvation Army

For over 3 decades, the Food For The Hungry drive has been collecting donations for the Salvation Army. WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart had a chance to talk with Capt. Christine Moretz from the Mount Vernon Salavation Army about the impact those donations have on their organization and the services that they provide to our community.

Click HERE to hear their conversation

Get involved with the 38th Annual Food For The Hungry Drive. Click HERE to find out more about this campaign.

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The Mount Vernon Christmas Festival is coming this weekend!

WNZR’s Todd McKinley talked with Carrie Hyman, Executive Director of Main Street Mount Vernon. Carrie shared all the details about the NEW Mount Vernon Christmas Festival.

Click HERE to hear their conversation.

Go to www.mainstreetmountvernon.com for a complete schedule of events.

Main Street Mount Vernon has announced the 2019 Christmas Festival theme “Christmas in the Movies.” The festival is set to take place downtown the first weekend in December.

Festivities downtown kick off with Lights & Carols at 7:00 P.M. on Friday, December 6. Santa arrives in style with a ride from Knox Motor Group.  He starts the festivities by lighting the tree on the Public Square.  After this, local musical groups will lead a Christmas Music sing along.   Many talented groups have signed up to participate, but there is room for more!  Additionally, if you would like to light a luminery  submit this form here

Saturday, December 7 from 10:00 A.M.- 6:00 P.M.  The Christmas Showcase will provide various forms of Christmas themed entertainment for the whole family to enjoy! Check out downtown to join in and spread some Christmas cheer! Here is a list of events and happenings in downtown with much more to come:

– Santa in his house on the Public Square for pictures -each kid gets a free gift!
– Mrs. Claus’s workshop with letter writing and cookie decorating with Christmas Movies upstairs at the
Williams Flower Shop ballroom
– Old- Fashioned carousel on W. Vine Street
– Rex the balloon sculptor
– In shop music of local music groups at The Woodward Opera House, Herald’s Appliances & Electronics,
The Markery, Main Street Makers’ Market, and Happy Bean
– Jingle Bell Marketplace at Knox County Memorial Building (Wanna participate?  There’s still room! Contact dena@steinbrewco.com)
– Petting zoo
– Secret Santa shop meant for kids shopping for their families at the Mount Vernon Grand Hotel
– Knox County Landmarks Foundation Christmas tree decorating contest and auction at the Mount Vernon    Grand Hotel
– Pony rides
– Live nativity by Millwood Church of Christ
– Roving carolers brought to you by the Mount Vernon Players
– Window display contest of local shops

On Sunday the parade begins at 2:30 PM.  The theme is “Christmas in the Movies” and will include prize categories as in previous years. The parade route will come up South Main Street, around the square, and continue up North Main Street ending at the Living Center. Many local restaurants will be open for refreshments before and after the parade.  If you are interested in participating in the parade, click here to participate!

2019 Parade Sponsors:

  • Best Animal Entry – McDaniel CPA
  • Best Antique Implement Entry – Jack Moser Law
  • Best Auto After 1961 Entry – CES Credit Union
  • Best Auto Before 1961 Entry – CES Credit Union
  • Best Business Entry – Williams Flower Shop
  • Best Club & Service Organization (Adult) – SBC Hospitality
  • Best Club & Service Organization (Youth) – WNZR/Mount Vernon Nazarene University
  • Best Emergency Vehicle – Jack Moser Law
  • Best Equestrian Entry – M&M Trucking
  • Best Horse Drawn Entry – DNA Investigations
  • Best Humorous Entry – MVNU Athletics
  • Best Miniature Horse Entry – WNZR
  • Best Pony Entry – The Ruckman Group
  • Best Religious Entry – The Ruckman Group
  • Best School Entry – SBC Hospitality/MVNU Athletics
  • Best Walking Entry – Masonic Lodge – Mt. Zion #9
  • Best Youth Entry – Knox Community Hospital
  • Best Senior Entry – M&M Trucking
  • Best Parade Theme Entry – First-Knox National Bank
  • Best Overall Entry – First-Knox National Bank

8.5x11 of Christmas Festival Poster

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Happy Bean supports Food For The Hungry

WNZR’s Mark Wesley talked with Rochel Funiss, Director of Student Life at Mount Vernon Nazarene University. They talked about the “Happy Christmas Bean” event to support Food For The Hungry.

Click HERE to hear their conversation.

It will take place on Tuesday, 12/3 from 6pm – 8pm. 10% of the proceeds from this event will be donated to FFTH.

Happy Christmas Bean

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Foodstock is coming on Monday, 12/2

Chautauqua Foodstock brings tribute to Tom Petty, Stevie Nicks and the Rolling Stones – Knox County on Monday, December 2!

WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talked with Mike and Chris Petee about this year’s Foodstock to benefit Food For The Hungry.
Click HERE to hear their conversation.

The Chautauqua Foodstock will be presented at the Knox County Memorial Theatre on Monday, December 2 at 7:00 pm. Doors open at 6pm. This living history tribute concert will feature the highly requested return of Tom Petty with guest stars Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham and headlining the concert is a tribute to The Rolling Stones.

Suggested cost of admission is one or more food items (visit www.FoodForTheHungryCares.org for donation suggestions) and/or a monetary donation (either give at the door or in collection during the performance). If you are unable to give, please still come and enjoy as a Christmas gift from the musicians of Knox County!

For more information, go to www.elixirpresents.com.

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The Elementary School Food has been collected for Food For The Hungry

During the week of 11/18, all Knox County Elementary schools participated in a collection of donations to benefit Food For The Hungry.

WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talked with Sandra Fithian and Vikki Eley from Psi Iota Xi and Linda Owens from Delta Kappa Gamma about the Elementary School Food Collection. She also talks with Capt. Christine Moretz and Amber Brady from the MV Salvation Army and Joy Harris from Interchurch Social Services. They share their reactions to seeing 9 palllets of food! Marcy also talks with Louie Blubaugh and Jerry Scott, the two gentlemen that helped collect the food and get it ready to be delivered to local food pantries.

Click HERE to hear the exciting conversation from the storage building at Blubaugh Body & Frame.

All totals from the 2019 Elementary School Collection will be announced during the annual Food For The Hungry broadcast o n 12/14/19.

 

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Don’t miss Chamber Night with the MVNU Cougars on 11/26/19

 

WNZR’s Wesley Boston talked with Paul McNeal from MVNU Athletics about the games coming up on Tuesday, 11/26 against Indiana Wesleyan University. He shares all the details of the special night.
Click HERE to hear their conversation.

Date of games: Tuesday, 11/26/19

Times: Women start at 4pm, Men start at 6pm

Location: Ariel Arena at MVNU

Don’t miss Chamber Night with the Cougars and your chance to support Food For The Hungry!

Chamber night flyer

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