How to Keep Your Pumpkins From Rotting and a Special Conversation with Britt Nicole!

It’s October- that special time of the year with comfortable temperatures, clear blue skies, and an abundance of pumpkin-based decorations. When you think about it, pumpkins are the ideal decoration: when you’re done with them, you throw them away. Nothing near the inconvenience of putting away Christmas decorations… Regardless, until you’re ready to toss them you want those pumpkins looking fresh. But can you fight the natural process of rotting? Sure you can! We shared some steps that you can take to not only pick the perfect pumpkin but also keep it lasting longer by cleaning and sealing it. You can find it all here.

We also had the chance to talk with Britt Nicole in honor of her appearance this Sunday in Columbus with Toby Mac and Colton Dixon (a concert that you can win tickets to incidentally. You can get that info here). Britt talked with us about a lot of things the This is Not a Test tour, balancing her work and her family, and the importance of Christian radio. You can hear the entire conversation here.

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Its Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Plus, fashion rules you can break! -The Morning Thing 10/19/15

This morning we talked with Donna Strosnider from the American Cancer Society in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. She talked about what ACS is doing right here in Knox County and how you can get involved in the fight to end against breast cancer.
Click HERE to listen to our conversation.

We also talked about fashion rules you can break! Check out this article for tips to stay ahead in the fashion world and prove to your friends and family that even on busy days you are dressed for success!
50 Fashion Rules to Break Right Now

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Woodlawn opens in theaters tonight! The Morning Thing 10/16/15

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This morning, we featured a conversation with 2 actors of the NEW movie Woodlawn.
We talked with Nic Bishop who plays the character Coach Tandy Gerelds and Kevin Sizemore who plays the role of Coach Jerry Stearns.
Click HERE to hear the conversation.

Here are some links to conversations with other cast members:
Andy Erwin – Co-Director of Woodlawn
Jon Voight – plays the role of Paul Bryant
Lance Nichols – plays the role of Junior
Sean Astin – plays the role of Hank
Sherri Shephard – plays the role of Momma Nathan

Woodlawn opens tonight!
Click HERE for show times in Mount Vernon, OH.

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The Ten Commandments of Meetings and I Love Lucy – The Morning Thing 10/15/15

Tip o’ The Morning…
“The Ten Commandments of Meetings…”
 
Jerry Panas…Founding Partner of Jerold Panas, Linsy and Partners…
 
At a recent Seminar, I asked: How many find staff meetings really helpful? Productive? Exciting? Motivating? Out of a group of 80, about three or four hands went up. It got me to thinking about a piece I wrote in one of my books. I called it The Ten Commandments for Organizations.

“Many times, and for endless hours, the multitudes gathered for meetings, seeking profound wisdom and guidance. But confusion reigned. Oft times, they were delayed in starting, late in ending. And verily I tell you, as the hours sped, the wisdom fled.

“It is recorded that the more often the people met, the less they accomplished. The needs were great, but the ways were hidden.

“Then from many came voices crying out, ‘Though I labor faithfully, I cannot attend all meetings for which I am summoned.’
“At last, the chief, old and wise, hearing of those things decreed that something must be done. There was prepared a Tablet, which contained ten great wisdoms.
I. Thou shall not meet if the matter can be resolved by other means.
II. Thou shall make the purpose of each meeting known to those thou summoned.
III. Thou shall bring together only those whose presence is needed.
IV. Thou shall start at the time announced, and stop when it is right so to do.
V. Thou shall not run beyond.
VI. Thou shouldst combine into one meeting those items which need not be separated.
VII. Prepare thy thoughts before thou speak, that the time of others be not wasted.
VIII. Schedule a meeting not in haste, for the day is short in which to do that which thou hast to do.
IX. Prepare to cancel or not to meet if there be no need.
“And in time the people learned and obeyed these writings. As they forsook their old ways, new hours untold were given unto them. They were free to do great and important things. They saw that it was good.”

And you ask about the Tenth Commandment? One who was very wise in years and knowledge proclaimed to all: “Cancel the meeting and save the donuts.”

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It is I Love Lucy Day! 
Check out this list of FUN Facts about this classic TV show.
Wouldn’t you love to have the ability to go back in time to attend a show prep meeting for the TV show?
Tell us your favorite I Love Lucy episode.

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Here are some of the funniest moments of I Love Lucy. Click HERE to watch and laugh!

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The 46th Dove Awards! And National Dessert Day!

The 46th Annual GMA Dove Awards

Last night was the 46th GMA Dove Awards, and there were a lot winners that need to be congratulated! As we shared on the show this morning, Lauren Daigle had an incredibly successful night with wins in three categories- Pop/Contemporary Song of the Year, New Artist of the Year, and Song of the Year. Other winners included For King and Country, NeedtoBreathe, Matt Maher, and Philips, Craig, and Dean. You can check out the complete list of winners here. Congrats to all the artists!

Today is also National Dessert Day- perhaps the best day of the year to celebrate. After all, there’s no stress of preparation like with the major holidays and no negative traditions. It’s just dessert! So treat yourself to your favorite sweet today. Go ahead, you have our permission.

Also, don’t forget about our Feel it, Film it Contest- where you can win tickets to see Toby Mac in Columbus! You can get all the details on our website.

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Are you making mistakes when eating your lunch? The Morning Thing 10/13/15

Are you eating your lunch wrong? Today on The Morning Thing, we shared some common pitfalls for a more convenient and satisfying afternoon meal that actually holds you over until dinnertime.

Click HERE for 21 mistakes you might be making for lunch.

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Happy Columbus DAY! The Morning Thing 10/12/15

Happy Monday from The Morning Thing team!
It’s Columbus Day, so go exploring. The weather is beautiful. Today is a perfect day for you to do a music video!! 🙂

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We kicked off the Feel It, Film It Contest!}
Would you like to go see TobyMac on Sunday, October 25th in Columbus?
GREAT NEWS! WNZR is hosting The Feel It, Film It Contest!
Submit a 30 second video and see TobyMac live in concert at the Nationwide Arena!

We are handing out ten tickets to see TobyMac on October 25th and have devised an ingenious contest! We love Toby’s music and we know you do, too. So let’s see what you think of his new song, Feel It… Literally!

You can win in one of the 5 following categories:

  1. People’s Choice
  2. Best Dance Moves
  3. Best WNZR Product Placement
  4. Most Humorous
  5. Most Colorful

Click HERE to see the rules!

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We also talked about headaches!
Click HERE to see a chart detailing the 5 types of headaches. There is also great information on how to feel better NOW and a prevention plan.

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The Morning Thing Fave 5 today was ALL about MUSIC! 10/9/15

Tenth Avenue North is bringing the “All The Earth is Holy Ground” tour to Mansfield Christian School TONIGHT (10/9) at 7:00PM. Dan Bremnes will join Tenth Avenue North on this tour. Mansfield Christian School is located at 500 Logan Road in Mansfield. You can get tickets by calling 800-965-9324 or online on http://www.itickets.com

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Today, The Morning Thing team shared our 5 favorite Tenth Avenue North songs (in honor of tonight’s concert).
Aubrey Bailey loves the song “Healing Begins”. Click HERE to hear Aubrey talk about the song.
Jenna Potts loves the song “No Man is an Island”. Click HERE to hear Jenna talk about the song.
Wesley Boston loves the song “Losing”. Click HERE to hear Wesley talk about the song.
Marcy Rinehart can really relate to the song “Worn”. Click HERE to hear Marcy talk about how this song has impacted her life.
And since we only have 4 co-hosts and this is the Fave FIVE, here is a bonus song for our list – “Stars in the Night”. Click HERE to hear lead singer, Mike Donehey, share the story behind this song.

We also debuted 3 NEW songs today!
“Lift Your Head Weary Sinner” from Crowder. Click HERE to hear the story behind the song.
Natalie Grant’s new song is “Be One”. Click HERE to hear Natalie talk about the powerful message in this song.
The Newsboys have a new song called “Guilty”. This song is the premise for a life-changing movie that will release in theaters on April 1, 2016. Click HERE to hear more about “Guilty” and “God’s Not Dead 2”.

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PTLIF – Praise the Lord it’s FRIDAY!!! The Morning Thing 10/9/15

Today was a packed show – full of winners, great music, 3 NEW song debuts and great information on fire prevention and Starting Point.

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We announced 5 winning pastors for Clergy Appreciation Month.
Congratulations to these pastors! They each win a $20 gift certificate to the Southside Diner plus the Kyle Idleman book “Aha – The God Moment That Changes Everything”.
Congratulations to:
Pastor Roger Tickle from Grace Community Church in Mount Vernon.
Ciera Woods nominated Roger. Here is what Ciera told us about Pastor Tickle.
I love Pastor Roger because he is one of us. He doesn’t put himself higher than the rest of the leadership team, or our congregation. He is a human who makes mistakes, lives life and trys his best to be God’s hands and feet. He has a very kind heart towards others, always putting their needs before his. He is hard working and is very very loved by our church. 

Pastor Tim Overly from Covenant Christian Church of God in Mount Vernon. Angi Davidson nominated Tim. Here is what Angi told us about Pastor Overly.
If I was to use just one word to describe him, it would be LOVE. If you have already met this Pastor, I’m sure you will agree with me. He strives to serve others, and has a goal to connect people to Christ. You won’t just find him behind the pulpit..he may be in our food pantry serving, on our public square praying, in the ditches mowing, or even in his office holding the hand of a parishioner who just lost a loved one. He will stop at nothing to share God’s love with others, and I’m proud that he’s my Pastor, My Friend, My Brother.

Pastor Warren Outhwaite from Mulberry Street United Methodist Church in Mount Vernon.
Samantha Blanton nominated Warren. Here is what Samantha told us about Pastor Outhwaite.
I love my pastor because it is because of both him and God that I am majoring in Pastoral Ministry to be a full time minister.

Pastor Chuck Hagey from Journey Church of Howard. 
Todd Stephens and Danielle Pantalone nominated Chuck. Here is what Todd told us about Pastor Hagey. He represents Christ well and makes you desire to be closer to God.
Here is what Danielle told us about Pastor Hagey. I just moved back from Nevada and went to the church my brothers attended. He has a true heart for God and is very sincere.

Pastor Richard Hite from the Church on the Rise in Mount Vernon.
We had several nominations for Pastor Hite.
Sierra Stimens told us that she loves Pastor Hite. I love my pastor because he is a great preacher and teacher. Also, he is so wise and teaches us teens in a way that we truly live out our faith loudly and he has taught us to be bold in school and not be ashamed of the gospel. He loves the Lord and shows it in so many ways. All the youth love him and can’t wait for church each week.
Tysha Hoskins told us that Pastor Hite truly is a man that seeks after the Lord, in everything that he does. He does nothing without first seeking scriptures and prayer. He truly is a man that stands behind EVERY word of the bible, he truly is a living sermon. I know that a lot of people in the church never get to see all that he does for others or even know the sacrifices he and his whole family make for the church, but we know that he is a genuine man of his word. One day of appreciation is not enough, nor is this little writing adequate, but these words are heartfelt signs of mine and the congregations’ gratitude for his service
Richard’s wife Jeanne Hite had some wonderful comments about her husband.
Well, #1, I love him because he is my husband and we have been married for around 40 years. He was called into the ministry in 1998 and has been serving the Lord since he was around 20 years old. He is a dynamic preacher with a heart for God. He has been given a vision to help stamp out hunger in the community and works hard to keep a very thriving food pantry alive. He also reaches out to so many wherever he goes to try to reach others for Christ. Many people who were unchurched have found a home in our church and have joined us in helping to reach out to those who are homebound, in nursing homes, jails, prisons, wherever the Lord tells him to go. He just retired early this year and is now able to devote 100% to the ministry. He loves the community and loves helping others. Even though he struggles physically with diabetes contracted from Agent Orange in Vietnam, he still works tirelessly to serve others.

Congratulations to these pastors. Nominate YOUR pastor today by clicking HERE.
Remember that all nominated pastors will be entered into a grand prize drawing for an overnight stay at the Mount Vernon Grand Hotel.

Startpoint

We wrapped up our week-long focus on Starting Point today.
We shared a conversation with Sheri Tharp about her position as an RUC (Relationships Under Construction) Coordinator. Click HERE to hear the conversation about how educating teens on healthy relationships is vital to the ministry of Starting Point.

fire prevention week

We also shared some eye-opening fast facts for Fire Prevention Day.
Click HERE to find out how important it is to have an escape plan and working smoke detectors for your house and family.

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