WNZR spoke to Karma Carpenter about her role as Patrick Star in the performance, she says she watched a lot of the show to play her favorite character.
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Karma gives an example of what voice she’s doing for the show.
Karma talks about how her character Is perfect in the way where she’s able to be creative in how she plays it.
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Vincent Ortel spoke with WNZR about his role in the musical as Perch Perkins who is a news host.
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Vincent talks about how he enjoys how his character can easily give bad news.
Vincent talks about that since this is his first performance he didn’t think he was going to get a part, but he was excited to get one.
Vincent goes on explaining how his costume is going to look in the show.
Vincent gives some advice to kids who haven’t done a performance but want to get started.
Vincent says people should come out and see the performance because it will be a memorable show all.
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This past week has been filled with its fair share of challenges and unexpected turns, but even amid turbulence, God continues to move in powerful and awe-inspiring ways.
We’ve had the incredible opportunity to highlight the work being done right here in our own backyard, shining a light on the various ministries making an impact across Knox County.
It’s a beautiful reminder that no matter what’s happening in the world around us, God’s presence remains steady—and His work continues through the faithful efforts of those serving on the ground.
We have updates from
Click HERE for more information on the Knox Network of Christian Ministries.
Click HERE to hear all the conversations that were done during Praisestock 2025.
WNZR’s Eric Brown spoke with Don Horn who shares his testimony about the events surrounding his wife Barbara going missing and the incredible power of prayer that led to her being found.
Don explains what led to Barbara leaving the house and other events surrounding the time went missing and getting back on the mend.
Don also talks about the amazing thing that happened while Barbara went missing and how miraculous the power of prayer is!
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MTV Arts presents SpongeBob the Musical this weekend!
On the Morning Thing Monday, Marcy Rinehart spoke with Zayden Luckmeier who is 13, in 7th grade at Fredericktown Middle School, and he playing Mr. Krabs.
He talks about how he’s been preparing for the role and how he’s been preparing for the role by watching a ton of SpongeBob and he throws some lines from what he’ll be saying.
For the show, Zayden’s costume will look like for the show to try and look the best like Mr. Krabs.
Things are heating up in Bikini Bottom—literally. When the residents find out a volcano is about to blow and wipe out their underwater town, SpongeBob and his crew have no choice but to team up and try to stop it. Just when it seems like there’s no hope left, an unlikely hero steps up. Turns out, a little optimism can go a long way—even when the whole ocean’s at risk.
There are four shows:
Friday Sept 12 • 7:30 PM
Saturday Sept 13 • 2:00 PM
Saturday Sept 13 • 7:30 PM
Sunday Sept 14 • 2:00 PM
Click HERE to see ticket information for the show.
Click HERE to hear the full conversation!
MTV Arts Presents SpongeBob the Musical this weekend!
On Monday, WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart spoke with wig designer, Ainsley Sweeney.
Ainsley is 15 and, a Sophomore in high school at Mt. Vernon and is the wig designer. She talks what she does as the wig designer and some of the challenges in designing wigs. She has been in theatre for a while, she reminisces about past roles and how she got interested in wig design.
Things are heating up in Bikini Bottom—literally. When the residents find out a volcano is about to blow and wipe out their underwater town, SpongeBob and his crew have no choice but to team up and try to stop it. Just when it seems like there’s no hope left, an unlikely hero steps up. Turns out, a little optimism can go a long way—even when the whole ocean’s at risk.
There are four shows:
Friday Sept 12 • 7:30 PM
Saturday Sept 13 • 2:00 PM
Saturday Sept 13 • 7:30 PM
Sunday Sept 14 • 2:00 PM
Click HERE to see ticket information for the show.
Click HERE to hear the full conversation!
September First Friday’s theme is “Back to School”! MVNU Faculty members encourage you to join the focus on education in downtown Mount Vernon. Families are invited to participate in the education activity and department fair located in the Public Square. From 6pm to 9pm, you be able to visit multiple tables hosted by MVNU Departments. You and your kids will get the chance for hands-on learning and exploration. Find out more about MVNU and have some FUN this Friday 9/5 from 6pm – 9pm.
WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talked with these professors:
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Dr. Jose Oomman – Engineering – This department will offer tours of the newly renovated Hunter Wright Hub for Engineering and Computer Science. Stop by the basement of 18 East Vine Street.
Dr. Jon Bosley – Environmental Biology – Stop by their table to see rocks, minerals, fossils, plants and other items related to biology.
Dr. Dawn McKee – Communication Sciences and Disorders – Stop by and pick out a gently used book and a children’s book about stuttering. Find out about MVNU’s Speech Therapy Services.
Dr. Rachel Young – Social Work – Their table will focus on self-care! Stop by to pick up your own self-care bag!
Professor Amy Dubusky – Education – Stop by their table and make an origami bookmark. You can also sign up for a book giveaway and a book bundle.
Dr. Deb Garee – Nursing – Stop by their table and pick up a sensory bag filled with health care items. They will also be giving away gently used children’s books.
Don’t forget to stop by Big Blue and see talk to students in the Communication & Media (Digital Media) Major. You can be part of a live broadcast, sign up for a great prize basket and sing our Birthday song!
We will see you and your family this Friday from 6pm – 9pm in downtown Mount Vernon!
The 2025 Fredericktown Tomato Show runs Wednesday through Saturday.
WNZR’s Eric Brown spoke to various members of the board about some of the events at the show.
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Click HERE to find out more about the Fredericktown Tomato Show.
We got to talk with Amy Seward, who is the Deputy Director of the KCEMA! In honor of it being National Preparedness Month, Amy wanted to tell us why and how we should be preparing for disasters. She also details her role, what they do, and how you can stay connected!
For more information on National Preparedness Month, click HERE!
Click HERE if you want to know more about the Knox County Emergency Management Agency!
Mount Vernon’s Mayor Matt Starr joins us for our monthly update! He lets us know about many things regarding our community. The mayor details deer hunting, construction, his prayer breakfast that is coming up, and many more important topics!
Go check out the full conversation!
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