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First Friday is back! Join WNZR in downtown Mount Vernon tonight.

WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talked with Downtown Manager, Anthony McNeal from Main Street Mount Vernon. They shared the exciting news about June First Friday and other events returning to downtown for 2021.

Click HERE to hear their entire discussion.

Topics discussed included:

  • How long Main Street Mount Vernon has been working and planning for tonight’s event
  • Main Street Mount Vernon’s mission and their connection to First Fridays
  • How Main Street Mount Vernon is approaching Covid protocols for tonight’s event
  • Changes coming to the “first” First Friday of the season?
  • The activities that are coming back from previous years
  • Theme for June First Friday
  • FOOD! Where to find it and what is on the menu for June First Friday
  • Activities for kids
  • Parking
  • Thanks to the wonderful sponsors for tonight and how they are helping to cover the cost of June First Friday
  • Previews for the next 3 First Fridays – July, August, and September?
  • Preview of other events that Main Street Mount Vernon is working on for 2021
  • How local businesses and individuals can get connected to Main Street Mount Vernon and become investors
  • How to stay up to date on the calendar of events

Stay connected to Main Street Mount Vernon HERE.

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WNZR’s Spotlight on Mount Vernon with Mayor Matt Starr

WNZR talked with Mount Vernon Mayor, Matt Starr for our January Spotlight on Mount Vernon. We covered multiple topics this month including how to stay connected to all that is happening in our City.

Topics included:

  • The City’s problems with wastewater and the need for a rate increase
  • News from the Mount Vernon City Council meeting on 1/25 including the plan for adjusting wastewater rates
  • Zoning changes related to accessory structures in the city
  • Staffing changes with the Mount Vernon Police Department
  • Construction and infrastructure projects
  • The Columbia Gas project of replacing gas lines in the city
  • The City’s new plan on how to face winter weather including the addition of a new dump truck
  • Latest projects of the Mount Vernon City Street Department
  • Opportunities for community members to share their opinions
  • The Mayor’s plan to use volunteers on the City’s boards and commissions
  • Update on the recent webinar titled “Who Is My Neighbor”
  • Goals for February

Click HERE to hear the conversation.

You can stay connected to the Mayor’s Office and his administration in multiple ways:
– Website www.mountvernonohio.org
– Facebook – Search “The City of Mount Vernon Ohio” – https://www.facebook.com/The-City-of-Mount-Vernon-Ohio-1416953861968803
– Twitter – Search “citymv1805” – https://twitter.com/citymv1805?lang=en

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Local author, Jared McCann talks about his new book

WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talked with local author, Jared McCann.
They talked about his writing process and how he decides on the story line and characters. Jared also shared a glimpse into the story of his new book, “Enemies With Me”.

Click HERE to hear their conversation.

Jared invites you to a book signing this Friday, 10/16 from 4-7pm at the C A & C Depot in Mount Vernon.

BOOK SIGNING INVITE:
Local Christian Author and Mount Vernon Fire Fighter Jared McCann, will be debuting his third novel, (Enemies With Me) on Friday, October 16th from 4-7 pm at the CA&C Train Depot, 1 Columbus Road in Mount Vernon. This novel is about a firefighter who has strayed from his Christian roots and finds his faith again as he protects a child who has witnessed a crime and becomes a target in the process. An unlikely duo but one that God uses for his glory in this suspenseful novel. I appreciate your Christian support and prayers and I invite you, your family and friends to be a part of this special book signing. Please email me at firefighterauthor@gmail.com with any questions.

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Summer in the City continues this week in Mount Vernon!

Summer in the City is still going strong with more music activities this week.
WNZR’s Alyssa Sidle had a chance to chat with Joe Bell, Co-Director for the Mount Vernon Music & Arts Festival. He shared an update on the upcoming calendar of events.
Mark your calendars and come out to enjoy these talented local musicians.

Click HERE to hear their conversation.

To stay connected to the Summer in the City Calendar, click HERE.

To follow Summer in the City on Facebook, click HERE.

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Summer in the City celebrates Creativity & Design this week!

The calendar for Summer in the City is full of arts, music and recreation!
WNZR’s Alyssa Sidle talked with Joe Bell, Co-Director for the Mount Vernon Music & Arts Festival. He shared an update on the upcoming calendar of events.

Click HERE to hear their conversation.

To stay connected to the Summer in the City Calendar, click HERE.

To follow Summer in the City on Facebook, click HERE.

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Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: How Will YOU Celebrate?

 

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Marcy and Lexie got a chance to talk about Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. They got the chance to find out what exactly it is and what inspired it on daysoftheyear.com. you can read the entire entry HERE

They also were able to listen to a story about a listener’s two nephews who are in law enforcement. The listener talked about how one nephew went into a burning home to save two young children, and got them out safely. The other nephew helped people during a flooding situation and saved many lives. We all say THANK YOU to the brave men and women who put their lives on the line every day for citizens!

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Lexie and Marcy also talked a little about the Mount Vernon Association of Police Chaplains. This organization helps simply to “Serve those who serve us”. To learn more about the Mount Vernon Association of Police Chaplains, click HERE

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You can be part of the Mount Vernon Community Band

WNZR’s Rachel Rinehart talked with Karen McClelland about the Mount Vernon Community Band. Karen shares how to get involved and details about upcoming performances.

Click HERE to hear their conversation.

If you would like to get involved, call Karen at 740-503-5067 or email mtvcommunityband@gmail.com.
You can stay connected to the band at their Facebook page – https://www.facebook.com/MTVernonCommunityBand/

 

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The Woodward Opera House opens after over 20 years of restoration

This is an exciting time in downtown Mount Vernon as the Woodward Opera House prepares for an opening.

Justin Bauer, Marketing Director for the Woodward Development Corporation talked with us about the timeline of restoration, upcoming events and how to stay connected to activities at the Woodward Opera House.

Click HERE to hear their conversation.

Click HERE to stay updated on all events and activities at the Woodward Opera House.

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August First Friday

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Today on the Morning Thing we talked with Carrie Hyman, executive director of Main Street Mount Vernon about August First Friday. She talked about some of the fun activities families can do tonight as well as where to park, so you can get the most out of your night out. Click HERE to listen! As always, thanks for listening!

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