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MVNU WBB Updates And One Of The Founding Fathers!

Hi!

Today on the show we talked about a little bit of everything. I gave updates on how the Lady Cougar Basketball Team. I also talked about how today is Customer Service Day. I know it’s not everyone’s favorite thing to deal with, but there are several benefits to Customer Service.

Some of the benefits of customer service is that you can speak to someone to try to help you with a certain problem that you might be having. They can also assist you with looking specific things up on the internet.

To learn more about Customer Service Day, you can visit this website: https://nationaltoday.com/customer-service-day/

Congratulations to Brad of Mount Vernon! He wins two 2024 Winter Jam Passes!

  • I was born on January 17, 1706, in Boston, Massachusetts.
  • I was a successful newspaper editor and printer for the Pennsylvania Gazette.
  • I was the first president of the Academy and College of Pennsylvania in 1751. This later became the University of Pennsylvania.
  • I was also a scientist who studied electricity and physics.
  • Some of my inventions include the lightning rod and bifocals.
  • I am also known as one of the Founding Fathers.
  • I died on April 17th, 1790, at the age of 84 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

…..I am Benjamin Franklin

Congratulations to Connor of Mount Vernon for guessing the correct answer! He wins a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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Troubled Souls, Honest Prayers!

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Today on the show I talked about how you can still give to Food For The Hungry until 12/31/23. I also talked about people who won our Grand Prizes for Christmas Gift Exchange. Congratulations to all who won! I shared a devotional from Our Daily Bread. And of course we did our Name That Tune feature where one person had a chance to win a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Here is the devotional that I read today from Our Daily Bread: “Troubled Souls, Honest Prayers.” You can find the link here.

I Thank God by Housefires/ JWLKRS Worship.

Congratulations to Rebecca of Lima who guessed the correct answer! She wins a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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Food For The Hungry Total Recap and Mary Poppins!

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Today on the show we talked about everything that happened with Food For The Hungry. We gave some total updates from the drives around Knox County. We also shared our updated total of $263,502.08! We are so thankful for your support year in and year out to this organization! You can visit our website wnzr.fm to view all of the latest updated totals from Food For The Hungry. Just click on the Food For The Hungry Banner on the main screen.

Congratulations to Jackie of Mount Vernon for winning a For King & Country: What Are We Waiting For CD.

And

Congratulations to Bob of Howard for winning a Starting Point Goodie Bag.

  • I was born on December 13th, 1925, in West Plains, Missouri.
  • I left during my senior year of high school to join the U.S. Army Air Forces to become a pilot in WWII but I was denied several times.
  • Eventually, I became a radio announcer for the Special Forces to entertain them.
  • I started my career as a radio DJ before I ended up on Broadway.
  • I am known for being in Mary Poppins. I was also Albert Peterson in Bye Bye Birdie.
  • I am still living at 98 years young.

…..I am Dick Van Dyke

Congratulations to Jackie of Mount Vernon for guessing the correct answer! She wins a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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Appetite For Distraction

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Today on the show I shared a devotional from Our Daily Bread. We also mentioned how tomorrow is Food For The Hungry Drive Day! We are so excited to be able to broadcast this event! You can find the event on https://portal.stretchinternet.com/mvnuadmin/. This link will take you right to the page where the broadcast will be streamed. Also, don’t forget to listen on 90.9 FM, WNZR as we will be having special interviews with different people involved with Food For The Hungry. We hope that you will listen in!

Here is my devotional from Our Daily Bread titled, “Appetite For Distraction.” You can find the link here.

Congratulations to Bonnie of Mount Vernon for guessing the correct answer which was Ryan Ellis’ song Heart of the Father. She wins TWO $5 gift cards to Watts Restaurant!

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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Austin Swallow FFTH Board President and Otto Graham!

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Today on the show we talked with Austin Swallow who is the Food For The Hungry Board President. We also had our weekly Who am I? trivia question where one lucky person has a chance to win a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant. Make sure to visit https://www.foodforthehungrycares.org/ to find out more information on the drive as well as how to make a donation to Food For The Hungry.

Here is our conversation with Austin:

  • I was born on December 6th, 1921, in Waukegan, Illinois.
  • I was one of four boys and I also set the first state record at birth weighing 14 lbs. 12 oz.
  • I attended the University of Northwestern on a college basketball scholarship in 1940.
  • I didn’t take up football until my sophomore year of college.
  • I played quarterback for 9 years with the Cleveland Browns from 1946 until 1955.
  • I was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1965.
  • I died on December 17th, 2003, at the age of 82.

….I am Otto Graham

Congratulations to Joseph of Mount Vernon for guessing the correct answer! He wins a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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A Conversation With Jim Riggle and Narnia!

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The Knox County Career Center Themed Basket Auction is BACK!

The Knox County Career Center opened its online auction of themed baskets and items today!

This auction supports the annual Food For The Hungry Drive.

WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talked with Jim Riggle, Principal of Academics, Attendance and Student Discipline.

Jim shared the details of the 16 items up for bid!

They include 12 themed baskets, one Ton of Premium Wood Pellets, two packages with 20 pounds of pork, and a new 2021 Piranha ZR-90 motorcycle!

These items are donated by generous local businesses so that ALL proceeds from the auction can benefit families in Knox County.

Each basket also includes certificates for products and services from the labs at the Knox County Career Center.

Listen in and hear more about the passion of the students, teachers, and administrators at KCCC. Their commitment to raising food and funds is inspiring.

Bidding will close at 3 pm on Friday, 12/8.

Place your bid today at www.32auctions.com/kcccffth2023

Here is our conversation with Jim Riggle:

  • I was born on November 29th, 1898, in Belfast, Ireland
  • I was the youngest of two children.
  • I bounced around from school to school until I finally enrolled at Malvern College in 1913.
  • After studying under William T. Kirkpatrick my father’s former tutor, I earned a scholarship to attend Oxford University.
  • I was best friends with J.R.R Tolkien and he influenced the books that I wrote.
  • I am known for writing the Chronicles of Narnia series.
  • I died on November 22nd, 1963, at the age of 64.

…..I am C.S. Lewis

Congratulations to Skyler of Howard for guessing the correct answer! He wins a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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Winter In Downtown Mount Vernon and FDR

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Today on the show we talked to Lisa Lloyd who is one of the coordinators from Experience Mount Vernon. She talks about how this weekend is Winter in Downtown Mount Vernon.

Here is the conversation link:

Here is the entire schedule of what is going on this weekend:

  • I was born on January 30th, 1882, in Hyde Park, New York.
  • I attended Harvard University, Columbia Law School, and Passed the Bar Exam in 1907
  • I became a New York Senator in 1910
  • I suffered from Polio, and was wheelchair bound for many years of my life, although I didn’t like to show it.
  • I served as president for four terms, and during my time in office, I decided that Thanksgiving should place on the fourth Thursday every November.

……I am Franklin D. Roosevelt

Congratulations to Kathleen of Mount Vernon for guessing the correct answer! She wins a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

We also want to congratulate Kristi of Mount Vernon for being registered to win two tickets to the Casting Crowns Cinema event.

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan and Mike

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Journey To Bethlehem and David Muir!

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Today on the show we shared some interviews from cast members from the musical Journey To Bethlehem. We also had two more people registered for a chance to win a turkey from Smithhisler Meats. And of course our weekly Who am I? trivia question where someone has a chance to win a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Here are the different links to the interviews that we played on the show:

Fiona Palomo As Mary – 

Milo Manheim as Joseph – 

Nikki and Adam Anders talk about making the movie and being married collaborators – 

The Greatest Story Ever Told. Pastor Bryan Lottis talks with Director Adam Anders about how 4 chapters of scripture turned into a family musical film – 

Meet Gabriel played by Christian Artist Lecrae – 

For more videos featuring cast and crew go to – 

https://www.journeytobethlehemmovie.com/videos-photos


TV Commercial/Movie Trailer – 

Congratulations to Brad of Bellville and Vonda of Fredericktown for being registered to win a turkey from Smithhisler Meats!

  • I was born on November 8th, 1973, in Syracuse, New York
  • I am one of four children in my family.
  • I credit longtime anchor Peter Jennings as my biggest influence on my profession.
  • I graduated from Ithaca College with a degree in Journalism in 1995.
  • I took over for Diane Sawyer on a popular news show. I am also the current host of 20/20.
  • I am 50 years old.

…I am David Muir

Congratulations to Irene of Fredericktown for guessing the correct answer! She wins a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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Food For The Hungry 2023 Kickoff Day!

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Today on the show I talked about how today is kickoff day for the 2023 Food For The Hungry Drive! I also talked about my experiences with Food For The Hungry and how it has impacted me. And of course we had our Who am I? trivia question where one person has a chance to win a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

We spoke with Lisa Mazzari, FFTH Executive Director and Olivia Stern, Digital Content and Marketing Director.

The ladies shared an in-depth look at this year’s campaign.
Click HERE to hear the entire conversation or click the link below.

The topics included:

  • History of the organization and campaign
  • Dates for this year’s collection and broadcast
  • This year’s goal
  • How the legacy of giving is the true success story of Food For The Hungry
  • How this collection is really making a difference in our community.
  • Information about the Partner Board and their involvement
  • Highlights of the 2023 FFTH Event Calendar
  • How to stay connected
  • Distribution of funds
  • How FFTH is a local drive to benefit local families in Knox County
  • The impact of $1.00. In 2023, $1.00 will buy $4.89 in groceries at the Mid-Ohio Food Collective
  • How to give
  • Summer Grants
  • Winter Grants
  • Discussion about the mission of FFTH – “Working Together To Care For Our Neighbors”

If you would like to volunteer, call or text Lisa Mazzari at 740-398-0569 or
email lisam.ffth@gmail.com

Follow Food For The Hungry:
 – Facebook @Food For The Hungry Knox County
 – Instagram @ffthcares
 – Website – www.foodforthehungrycares.org

Food For The Hungry Board of Directors:
– Austin Swallow
– Jacob Doup
– Curtis Newland
– Marcy Rinehart
– Joe Rinehart
– Michelle Coscia
– Jim McLaughlin
– Lisa Lloyd
– Chelsea Porter
– Jim Riggle
– Melanie Snow
– Jared Stein

  • I was born on November 2nd, 1795, in Pineville, North Carolina
  • I was the first of 10 children.
  • I studied at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and graduated with honors in 1818.
  • After I graduated, I went to Nashville, Tennessee to study law.
  • I served as the Governor of Tennessee from October 14th, 1839 – October 15th, 1841.
  • I served as the President of the United States from March 4th, 1845 – March 4th, 1849.
  • I died on June 15th, 1849, at the age of 53.

….I am James K. Polk

Congratulations to Dan of Mount Vernon for guessing the correct answer! He wins a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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