WNZR’s Alyssa Sidle spoke with Jenn Furay, Jess Kirby, Heather Lanzer, and Abbey Ernst from Starting Point Pregnancy & Family Resource Center. They all give an update on this important outreach in our community.
We also highlight the upcoming 5K and Family Glow Night which is happening on Saturday, October 5th at 6pm on MVNU’s campus in front of the chapel!
Listen to all of our conversations below or by clicking HERE!
There are many exciting events coming to downtown Fredericktown on Saturday, Oct. 5th! WNZR’s Alyssa Sidle talked with Paul Mayville, President of the Fredericktown Community Development Foundation, about this special day.
Paul shares the details on the ribbon cutting ceremony, Harvest Festival, the monthly vendor’s market, and more!
Listen to the full conversation below or by clicking HERE!
Today on The Morning Thing we shared 4 pitfalls that can be found on social media. It is important to identify these potential pitfalls and also to know how to overcome them.
“Despite its increasingly bad rap, social media is by no means all bad. When used with a healthy dose of humility and common sense, social media can be an effective way to network, stay in touch with friends and family, and keep your finger on the pulse of current events. However, when you use social media to feed your ego or malign others, you’re compromising your values for the sake of “likes” and the approval of online friends over the approval of your Heavenly God.”
Read the full list from Crosswalk.com HERE!
WNZR’s Alyssa Sidle caught up with Rachael Lampa ahead of Sonfest 2024!
Rachael talked about her career in Christian music, what inspired her to start making music, the power of Christian radio, a local ministry her family is involved in, and lots more!
Listen to the full conversation below or by clicking HERE!
WNZR’s Alyssa Sidle talked with community members involved with the Fredericktown Tomato Show as they help preview this year’s festival.
We spoke with Chris Well, Carrie Levering-Smith, Kyle Lepley, Cale Grubb, and Lesley Ruggles.
They share about this year’s schedule of events and what the expect. They also talk about the history of the festival and what they are looking forward to at the Tomato Show this year.
See the full schedule of events HERE.
Listen to our conversations below or by clicking HERE.
We know the kids are heading back to school and they may be facing new fears and anxiety. The Morning Thing shared a great article today from All Pro Dad! It gives you 4 responses that turn scared kids into brave kids.
Read all the responses HERE!
The Olympics may be over, but today we talked all about amazing athletes that left a legacy of faith both historically and at the most recent games in Paris.
Read about 7 Olympians from the past who inspired with their faith HERE!
Read about 5 current Olympians who pointed not to their success, but to Christ HERE!
WNZR’s Joe Rinehart sits down with Ashley Smith from the Mount Vernon Music & Art’s Festival to talk all about Kid’s Fest!
Ashley shares all the details about what is available for all the kids at the festival this year including fun crafts, bouncy houses, special guests, a Princess Party, and lots more!
Listen to the full conversation below or by clicking HERE!
Trina Trainor, Director of the Mount Vernon Music & Arts Festival, joins WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart to talk about her involvement with the festival. She also gives highlights of the overall schedule and the times the festival is open this week.
Trina shares details on all the acts, where to find the schedule, where to park, what food options will be available and more!
Listen to our full conversation with her below or by clicking HERE!
Special Awards were given out at the 2024 Junior Fair Sale of Champions. Congratulations to all of the award recipients!
Special Awards:
The Junior Fair Sales Committee presented a Hall of Fame award this year.
This award recognizes individuals and organizations that go above and beyond normal efforts to benefit the sale, the Junior Fair and most importantly the Knox County Youth involved in 4H and FFA.
The 2024 recipient is the Knox County Farm Bureau.
David Greer Award from Mount Vernon Kiwanis Club:
1st place for a $500 scholarship – Bryer Boeshart
2nd place for a $250 scholarship – Vivian Noble
3rd place for a $100 scholarship – Alayna Wittel
Knox County Junior Fair Outstanding Exhibitors:
Market Beef – Cade Strausbaugh
Beef Feeder – Evan Ondick
Dairy Market Feeder – Alayna Wittel
Market Dairy Steer – Alyayna Wittel
Market Goat – Hannah Creasap
Rabbit – Olivia Burke
Sheep – Mason Reynolds
Swine – Ansley Daubenmier
Poultry – Alice Ulrey
Cattleman’s Awards:
Dairy Steer Carcass: Sierra Shields
Dairy Steer Carcass: Broegan Staats
Beef Carcass: Ava Snively
Beef Carcass: Joseph Stachler
Bred, Born, and Raised Cattleman’s Grand Champion Award Winner: Cade Strausbaugh
Bred, Born and Raised Cattleman’s Reserve Champion Award Winner: Laura Hill
Senior Fair Board Scholarships:
The Senior Fair Board presented two $200 scholarships. These scholarships are for 2024 graduates and had an essay-driven application. This year’s essay was on mental health.
2024 Winners: Kaylin Miller and Vivian Noble
Gage Moody Heart and Soul Award:
This award is sponsored by JDC Livestock and is dedicated to Gage Moody’s memory. It aims to recognize individuals who demonstrate the following qualities:
Eternity Mosher and Michael Brady each were recognized with the Gage Moody Heart and Soul Award, and each received a $750 scholarship.
Ansley Daubenmier was recognized for creating and coordinating the Limitless Livestock Show. She received a $500 scholarship. These awards were given out by Aaron Chaney in memory of his son Gage Moody.
The Junior Fair Board also received a check for $500 from Farm Credit Mid-America. This check was given for their Stock the Trailer collection for a local food pantry.
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