The Morning Thing Friday Favorites 3/20/26 – We celebrate the First Day of Spring!

Today is the First Day of Spring! We celebrate with the Big Blue Crew by talking about how we plan to enjoy the new season!

Click HERE to hear from our WNZR Staff members OR click on the image below.

We shared a list of ideas on how to enjoy this beautiful new season.

1. Watch for the First Robins

Robins are one of the classic signs of spring. Take a few minutes to watch and listen for birds returning after winter.

2. Open the Windows

Let fresh air into your home for the first time in a while. It’s a simple way to refresh your space and welcome the new season.

3. Try a “No Jacket” Walk

If the weather cooperates, enjoy a short walk without a winter coat and appreciate the warmer air.

4. Visit a Farmers Market

Some early markets begin opening in spring. Pick up fresh bread, honey, or early greens.

5. Make a Spring Bucket List

Write down 5–10 things you want to do before summer arrives—festivals, hikes, day trips, or projects.

6. Change Your Seasonal Decor

Swap out winter décor for lighter colors, flowers, or greenery around the house.

7. Take a “Signs of Spring” Photo Challenge

Look for buds, puddles, birds, flowers, or sunshine and take photos of the first signs you see.

8. Make a Bright Spring Meal

Cook something colorful like a salad with fresh greens, strawberries, or citrus.

9. Call Someone You Haven’t Talked to in a While

Spring is about renewal—reach out and reconnect with someone.

10. Read Outside

Even if it’s just for 10 minutes, grab a chair on the porch or sit in the sun with a book or devotional.

🌱 Bonus idea: Write down one thing you want to grow in your life this spring—patience, kindness, faith, creativity, or health—and pray or reflect on that throughout the season.

MORE IDEAS:

The first day of spring is the perfect excuse to reset your routine, get outside, and celebrate something fresh 🌱 Here are a mix of fun, meaningful, and easy ideas you can actually do:

🌸 Get Outside & Enjoy the Season

  • Take a walk at a local park and look for the first signs of blooms
  • Have a picnic (even if it’s a little chilly—blankets help!)
  • Watch the sunrise or sunset to mark the new season
  • Visit a farmers market or garden center
  • Start a small garden or plant flowers in pots

☀️ Refresh Your Life

  • Do a mini spring cleaning (just one room or even one drawer!)
  • Swap out winter clothes for lighter, brighter outfits
  • Open the windows and play music while you tidy up
  • Rearrange a room for a fresh feel

🌼 Simple Joys & Self-Care

  • Buy yourself fresh flowers
  • Try a new spring recipe (salads, fruit dishes, lemon desserts)
  • Journal about what you want this new season to look like
  • Set a few light, realistic goals for spring

🌷 Connect with Others

  • Invite a friend for coffee or a walk
  • Write a handwritten note to someone
  • Do something kind for a neighbor

🎉 Make It Fun & Memorable

  • Create a “spring bucket list”
  • Take photos to document the day
  • Start a new playlist with upbeat, fresh songs
  • Have a themed dinner (spring colors, fresh foods)

🌿 Meaningful/Reflective Ideas

  • Spend time in prayer or quiet reflection
  • Think about what you want to “let go of” from winter
  • Focus on gratitude for new beginnings

WNZR visits with Winners at the 2022 Artistic Arrangement Flower Show

WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart had a chance to visit with several Best of Show Award winners at the 2022 Knox County Fair Artistic Arrangement Flower Show.

Click HERE to hear their conversations.

You can see these beautiful arrangements in the Flower Building through the end of the fair.
We congratulate all winners.
Stop by and enjoy the designs for this year’s theme “Construction”.

Have you been to the Flower Building at the Knox County Fair?

Don’t miss the Knox County Fair Artistic Arrangement Flower Show. Make sure to stop in the Flower Building to see the amazing entries.

This year’s theme is the Olympics!
The arrangements are creative, beautiful and truly unique.

WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart had a chance to chat with several Best of Show winners.

Click HERE to listen to their conversations about this incredible artistic arrangements.

WNZR shares results from the 2021 Knox County Fair Horticulture Show

WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart got to chat with the Best of Show winners from this year’s Knox County Fair Horticulture Show. Please stop by the Flower Building when you visit the fairgrounds to see these award winning entries.

Click HERE to hear more from the winners.

The Quilt and Flower Show are back for the Dan Emmett Festival!

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The Dan Emmett Music & Arts Festival is an annual event to celebrate the arts in our community.

The Dan Emmett Quilt Show and Flower Show are back!

The Quilt Show has a new location! WNZR’s Daria Swisher talked with Sandy Maricevich, Knox County Quilt Guild President about this year’s show. Click HERE to hear where and how you can see over 60 quilts!

The Flower Show returns to the Living Center, 201 N Main St, Mt Vernon. WNZR’s Rachel Rinehart talked with Audrey Spearman about this year’s exciting theme and how you can experience the talent showcased in this year’s show. Click HERE to hear their conversation.

For a complete schedule of this year’s festival, click HERE.

For details on WNZR’s prize baskets, click HERE.

See you in downtown Mount Vernon today!

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