Mayor Starr gave a preview of his state of the City Address on Wednesday (3/26).
Mayor Starr talks about the listening tours for the new facilities and he overall reaction from the public, the happenings of Liberty Crossing, the major development on Newark Road, and other projects .
Mayor Starr also shares updates from Mount Vernon City Council, the City’s Safety Forces, gives his goals for April and some important events coming up in the next month.
WNZR’s Eric Brown Spoke to Haws and Company’s three authors: Ben, Catherine and Wilma Haws about their new book: “Hooray for Carnival Day: Give, Save, and Spend the Westwood Way.”
Wilma talks about why they selected money as the focus for this book. Catherine gives a quick synopsis of the book which follows some woodland creatures getting ready to go to a carnival and the challenges that come with spending money wisely.
Ben says the focus of the book is giving, saving and spending.
Click HERE to find out more about the book and where to buy!
WNZR is gearing for Lifeline which runs from Wednesday, March 26th through Monday, March 31st. This year’s Theme is Made For These Days by Jeremy Camp.
Marcy Rinehart who is hosting her 29th annual Lifeline shares her 5 Favorite Lifeline Themes over the years for Friday Favorites on The Morning Thing Friday.
1. Proof of Your Love – for King & Country – Lifeline 2013 2. Build Your Kingdom Here – Rend Collective – Lifeline 2016 3. Echo – Elevation Worship – Lifeline 2020 4. Keep Me in the Moment – Jeremy Camp – 2021 5. God Is In This Story – Katy Nicole and Big Daddy Weave – Lifeline 2023
Click HERE for more information and to donate to Lifeline 2025!
Katie Ellis, Executive Director of the United Way of Knox County says the 2024 campaign which raises money for 2025 has raised $926, 423 which is a little short of their $1 million goal.
On the Morning Thing Friday, Eric spoke with Katie about their current campaign.
Katie says they will work with 20 different agencies around Knox County. They will receive about $635,000 of support. Last year the United Way about 25% of the population of the county.
Katie explains how the fundraising works for the United Way. Their current campaign ends in just a few days. Then they start raising money for 2026.
Katie adds that they have a new staff member and they recently welcomed new Program Coordinator Kristina Hagemann.
Time is running out to donate to this year’s campaign. The organization encourages the community to help reach the goal and continue supporting vital goals in the coming year.
Click HERE for more information or to donate to the United Way of Knox County!
As a part of Friday Favorites, the Morning Thing hosts celebrated the MVNU Women’s Auxiliary Spring Conference that is happening this weekend by sharing their favorite clips of Comedian and Guest Anita Renfroe. Eric’s favorite is Oreos . Click HERE for the clip
Shawn’s favorite is Just lie to me. Click HERE for the clip
Xander’s is Big ole sweet ice tea and you can hear why HERE
WNZR’s Meet the Staff Monday feature is back! We are welcoming 13 NEW DJs to our airwaves this semester!
Today, we introduce you to Zoey Hover. She is a Sophomore Communication & Media (Digital Media) Major from Sparta, OH. Click HERE to hear our conversation with Zoey.
Zoey has really enjoyed getting into radio and feels like God put her here for a reason.
Zoe is very active here at MVNU. She is on the Lakeholm Viewer staff (student newspaper) and leads a small group called Cougs for KSP (Knox Starting Point).
She shares some of her favorite foods and artists and memories she has made here at MVNU.
Zoey talks about how God has been working in her life. Her favorite verse is Revelation 5:13.
You can hear Zoey on WNZR on Fridays from 2pm to 4pm.
A discussion about the February 24th meeting with Mount Vernon City Council in which two positions were on. The Mayor speaks on the steps moving forward after the Communication Director position was voted down 4-3.
A discussion about current construction and maintenance projects for the city.
Mayor Starr gives updates on the Asphalt Resurfacing Program.
Mayor Starr Mayor Starr gives an update on other city departments.
Mayor Starr talks about the listening tours for the new facilities.
Mayor Starr talks about change and shifting departments and the challenges we are facing. He also reports that the city is in excellent financial shape, and he is excited for the future.
Mayor Starr shares his perspective on the development of the old Mount Vernon News building in downtown Mount Vernon and the plans for opening Founder Food Hall.
Mayor Starr shares an update from the Mount Vernon Police Department
Details about a Citizen’s Police Academy.
Updates from the Mount Vernon Fire Department
Mayor Starr speaks on the city’s ability to oversee potholes and cracks int eh roads on the properties of other businesses.
Immediate goals for March
Selecting a design team for the new Police Station
Wrapping up the public comment period for the City Hall Annex
Mayor Starr gives some calendar events for March.
Discussion on Intel and their internal issues and how those issues could affect the city.
February is National Snack Food Month. For our Friday Favorites today, The Morning Thing hosts share their favorite snacks to eat! We honor this celebration before the month ends.
MTVarts presents Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Jr. this weekend at the Knox Memorial Theater.
WNZR was honored to chat with several cast members about their experience in this fantastic show.
Today, we shared a conversation with Briggs Swallow who is playing the part of LeFou, the sidekick to Gaston.
Briggs is 14 years old and goes to Mount Vernon Middle School. He talked about how he has always wanted to play this character. He likes the silly and goofy parts of the performance and is enjoying the experience. He also talks about the fun music of the show, including his 2 songs about Gaston.
He shares that he has been in 15 productions! He started at the age of 7!
Briggs talks about his costume that includes a funny wig and goofy sideburns and some blacked out teeth.
He shares a special memory of bringing coffee to the cast for a special bonding experience.
Briggs encourages kids to get involved in theater and not worry about the audition process. He also encourages the community to come see the production this weekend.
Event Sponsors: Knox County Foundation and Classroom Connections with Knox County Education Service Center YES
Venue: Knox Memorial Theater – 112 East High St, Mount Vernon OH 43050
Synopsis:
Beauty and the Beast JR. tells the story of Belle, an adventurous young girl, and the Beast, her hideous captor who is actually a young prince trapped under a spell. In order to break the spell, the Beast must learn to love another and earn her love in return – before time runs out. With the help of the castle’s enchanted staff, including a loving teapot, a charming candelabra, and a nervous mantel clock, Belle and the Beast find a beautiful friendship and love that neither knew was possible. Beauty and the Beast JR. features classic songs from the Academy Award®-winning film score such as “Be Our Guest” and “Belle,” as well as original songs from the 1994 Tony®-nominated Broadway musical.
Rise and Shine 