WNZR’s Wesley Boston talked with MVNU President, Dr. Henry Spaulding for the February Presidential Update. He shared MVNU’s calendar for the month, gave a construction update on the MVNU Soccer and Lacrosse stadium and shared messages of encouragement for students, faculty and staff.
Click HERE to hear their conversation
Click HERE to stay up to date with all the activities happening at Mount Vernon Nazarene University.
Click HERE to stay up to date with MVNU Athletics. GO Cougars!
What are your plans for Friday, February 14th? The Morning Thing shared 25 reasons why you and your valentine should come to our banquet on 2/14!
1. It is on Valentines Day.
2. It is the 22nd annual banquet. We have a history of hosting great banquets.
3. Alliteration in the title, “Silver Screen Serenade”.
4. You will get to see some of your favorite romantic movies scenes.
5. You will get to hear some of your favorite loves songs.
6. Italian buffet – YUMMY! The menu includes classic lasagna, fettuccini alfredo, Caesar salad, antipasto salad, fruit salad, fresh green beans and garlic bread sticks!
7. Chocolate cake for dessert! Do we need to say anything else?!
8. Over $1000 dollars in door prizes!
9. Tickets are only $20 – that is a very good deal!
10. This banquet is an opportunity to support WNZR students that are raising funds to attend Christian Broadcasting Conferences. This event is a fundraiser for 4 WNZR Students!
11. This is a romantic opportunity with an emphasis on a faith based relationship.
12. The banquet is a great chance to connect with other couples who love God and WNZR.
13. This event saves you the trouble of having to come up with a romantic idea on your own.
14. The event is a win-win for both you and your spouse, no matter which of you bought the ticket and which of you is being treated to the event.
15. Talented musicians and actors will be performing special acts just for you!
16. Seriously, chocolate cake. It’s so good it needs to be on here twice.
17. This is the ONLY Valentine’s event where you can hear Joe Rinehart sing! This is worth the price of the ticket!
18. This event could open the door for a future relationship. (Hunter – find a date!)
19. Since this is the “Silver Screen Serenade”, it’s like getting dinner and a movie without paying extra for the movie….or having to buy the popcorn!
20. Our event is being held right here in Mount Vernon. You don’t have to travel! The event will be in Foster Hall, inside Ariel Arena on the campus of Mount Vernon Nazarene University.
21. Each couple will receive a goody bag before you leave.
22. FREE parking! Parking is available in front and behind Ariel Arena. Handicapped parking is also available to the side of the arena. (Please call 740-392-9090 for directions or questions about parking.)
23. You will get to see MVNU’s beautiful Ariel Arena, where the MVNU athletic teams play.
24. You will make a great memory with your special valentine.
25. You will have SO much fun, you’ll know what you want to do for Valentine’s Day in 2021!
Click HERE for more information about the 2020 Valentine’s Banquet with WNZR.
A complete list of prizes is coming soon!
Don’t delay – the deadline to buy tickets is NEXT Tuesday, 2/4 at Noon!
Tickets are on sale at the WNZR Studios located on the second floor of Founders Hall on the MVNU Campus. Our offices are open 6am – 6pm each weekday. If you can’t make it to our studios during that time frame, please call 740-392-9090 and we will work out a time that is convenient for you to pick up your tickets.
WNZR’s Wesley Boston talked with MVNU President, Dr. Henry Spaulding in our January Presidential Update. Dr. Spaulding shared some goals for the spring semester. He also shared construction updates on the new soccer and lacrosse stadium and the Main Street Gathering Place Fountain. He also highlighted the MVNU Schedule for the month.
Click HERE to hear the conversation.
The Knox County Park District will host their annual Fire and Ice event on Saturday, December 14 at the Honey Run Waterfall from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The waterfall is located at 10865 Hazel Dell Road, Howard. Parking will be located at the Millwood Church of Christ, 10900 Millersburg Road. Over 600 luminaries will light your paths to Honey Run Waterfall and the Kokosing State Scenic River. A roaring bonfire and a stunning display awaits those who attend.
WNZR’s Wesley Boston talked with Lori Totman, the Director of Knox County Park District. Click HERE to hear their conversation.
Both parking lots at the Honey Run Waterfall (both sides of Hazel Dell Road) will be closed and visitors will be redirected to the new Millwood Church of Christ located on U.S. 62 to park their vehicles. Electronic signage and volunteers will help guide the arriving guests. Knox Area Transit shuttles with Fire and Ice guests will be running circular routes from the church to the waterfall during the event.
This year, Food For The Hungry will have a collection point located at the new Millwood Church of Christ parking lot area. Fire and Ice patrons are encouraged to bring boxed or canned food items and/or make a monetary donation to Food For The Hungry. Volunteers will be on hand to accept the food donations and/or be able to accept the monetary donations. A $1.00 donation enables FFTH to purchase 10 food items.
Fire and Ice 2019 is due in large part to the generosity of the following sponsors: Ohio Rental, Miller Portable Toilets, Owl Creek Title Agency, Tracy and Mills Surveyors, Griffin Insurance, Revere Roofing Company, Millwood Church of Christ, Ariel Corporation and United Aggregates Inc. These businesses and the Millwood Church of Christ make it possible for the Knox County Park District to continue to provide this free, family-friendly, magical event for the community!
All ages are welcome! Find more information at www.knoxcountyparks.org
Click HERE to find out more about Food For The Hungry and to get involved.
Joe and Marcy Rinehart have been involved with the Knox County Food For The Hungry drive since 1991. They stay involved because the project is making a difference.
WNZR’s Wesley Boston talked with Joe and Marcy about their history with the drive. They also highlight this year’s broadcast schedule.
Click HERE to hear their conversation.
Click HERE to find out more about Food For The Hungry and to get involved.
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
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.
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.
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.
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:
Rise and Shine 