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Who knew it was the Knox County Fair!

We’re at the Knox County Fair today, we talked alot about different things we’re giving away and had conversations with all the people who present at the fair and make the fair happen in the first place. You can find all the information about our giveaways for this year’s fair right HERE

WHO AM I?

  1. I was born on July 29, 1938, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  2. In 1959, I got my first gig at a local radio station, where I was hired as a member of the news department; were many of my stories were picked up by the CBC
  3. In 1965, ABC hired me for their 15-minute nightly newscast, where I struggled a bit before moving on overseas
  4. After a brief stint abroad, I returned to the U.S. to become a Washington correspondent and news anchor for ABC’s new morning program AM America
  5. Throughout my career, I reported on some of the biggest events of the late 20th and early 21st centuries, including the fall of the Berlin Wall, the Gulf War, and the September 11 attacks.

I am Peter Jennings! Congratulations to Nathaniel from Sunbury, who guessed correctly and wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

Thanks for listening!
– Daniel & Joe

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Giving the Little You Have and the Knox County Fair

Today on the Afternoon Drive, we are at the Knox County Fair talking to presenters at the fair, talking about the events, and telling you about all the excitement happening down at the fairgrounds today. Find out more information HERE on our website.

Daniel: One of the things I struggle with is my giving. I’m not consistent with it; I give in larger amounts but not as frequently as I probably should; I should do more.

In Luke 21:1-4, Jesus and his disciples are sitting by the temple collection booth. He sees the Pharisees, Princes, and the Wealthy give large amounts. He saw them smile when others praised their “generosity.” But then he spots a widow slip through the crowd to give a measly two copper coins. She was avoiding notice and didn’t give to be recognized; she gave out of devotion to God. This was probably all she could give. 

Even in the little she has, she still gives to God. Maybe you have a little time, or a little strength, or, as it is commonly thought, a little financially. It’s not about the number, the hours, or how much you can do; it’s about the fact that you do it at all. God asks us to simply do as he asks. Remember, he who is faithful in little is also faithful in much.

Mystery Monday

Give me a phrase containing the word “Hot”

1. Tamale (13)

2. Dog, Some like it hot (8)

    4. Outside, Sauce (5)

    6. That’s Hot (4)

    Congratulations to Charla from Utica, who guessed those top two answers and wins a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

    Thanks for listening!
    – Daniel and Joe

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    WNZR celebrates National Vanilla Ice Cream Day with Round Hill Dairy!

    Yesterday the Afternoon Drive celebrated National Vanilla Ice Cream Day by visiting Round Hill Dairy at the Knox County Fair! Marcy and Ethan talked with owner Tyler McCann about the legacy of his family business, and serving the Knox County community. Tyler and his team proudly support the Knox County Fair and the 4H participants.

    WNZR thanks Round Hill Dairy for being a broadcast partner for WNZR’s coverage of the Knox County Fair!

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    Live From The Knox County Fair!

    Hi!

    Today and all this week we are live from the Knox County Fair! We hope you visit us at Big Blue to register to win some amazing prize baskets! We are located by the 4-H Booth Building.

    Here is a link to our website to register online for these amazing prize baskets:

    https://www.wnzr.fm/copy-of-sale-of-champions-2024

    https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflzk9MstarmxyuHClzzc5-cR3G-vJYSX-i1k0HQL9l2JcZaw/viewform

    https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQQUZLpNaAMRiSMwS96BNug8Qjt2Bp_PgKN0YVB_oFnSiyVQ/viewform

    https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSewJyHNv03Nd5_NaqnOFxgwCLrVNtJUYY5WWWhXNTXnK4ZfCQ/viewform

    Here is today’s winner for the Ohio State Fair General Admission Tickets:

    Congratulations to Esther of Utica!

    Name something people might only do once a week.

    1. Laundry (27)
    2. Grocery shop (25)
    3. Exercise (21)
    4. Go to church (15)
    5. Mow the yard (12)

    Congratulations to Brittany of Danville for guessing the correct answers! She wins a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

    Thanks for listening!

    -Dylan

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    Knox County Fair – Day 4!

    Today’s Who Knew Wednesday included a lot about Knox County Fair results and prizes.

    Zoe, Morgan and Marcy shared results while Jonathon hosted in Big Blue. Remember tomorrow morning is the Sale of Champions broadcast, starting at 9:30!

    Today’s Who Knews…

    • This week celebrates the birthday of American icon Amelia Earhart, born July 24, 1897 in Atchison, Kansas. Amelia was the first female aviator to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean.
    • National Dog Photography Day, celebrated on July 26 every year, aims to encourage dog owners, pet enthusiasts, photography enthusiasts, and all dog lovers to post as many photos of their dogs, guilt-free. Did you know that the United States has the highest pet dog population in the world? Yes, the United States has the highest pet dog population among all the countries, with approximately 75.8 million pet dogs.

    Today’s trivia winners: Linda from Gambier and Mary from Mount Vernon. They both answered this question correctly: The Ohio Poultry Association will offer several different flavors of this snack at this year’s State Fair. What is it?

    The answer? Deviled eggs! Some of the flavors include cotton candy, lemon merengue and everything bagel.

    Robin from Mount Vernon – congratulations!

    Thanks for listening,
    Joe

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    Knox County Fair – Day 2!

    Today Zoe was out at the Knox County Fair in Big Blue, sharing results and updates with you…

    Remember we also have some fantastic prizes to give away this week – make sure you sign up in person or online. Find out more here!

    Today’s Trivia question for General Admission tickets:

    What exclusive cream puff flavor will Schmidt’s have at this year’s Ohio State Fair?
    The answer? Lemon shake up.

    Congratulations to Esther from Utica who wins the tickets!

    Thanks for listening!
    – Joe

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    Frankfurter facts and fair fun!

    Since it’s National Hot Dog day, and we’re four days away from the Knox County Fair, why wouldn’t we go all in on this favorite fair food? The National Hot Dog and Sausage Council has us covered!

    You can check out all kinds of fun facts and poll results about the famous frankfurter, including these questions:

    • is a hot dog a sandwich? 57% say NO.
    • should a hot dog be eaten by hand? 90% say YES.
    • is there a wrong time to eat a hot dog? 86% say NO.
    • what’s the top hot dog topping? 68% say mustard.

    The 2023 Knox County Fair schedule is available at this link. On the Road with Big Blue starts Sunday afternoon with WNZR!

    CASTING CROWNS TICKET WINNER: Andrew from Bellville

    OSF GENERAL ADMISSION TICKET WINNER: Karen from Bellville

    Congratulations and thanks for listening!
    – Joe

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    Game Time from the Fair!

    Game Time Tuesday from the Knox County Fair today featured SONG POETRY and Casting Crowns Trivia for Ohio State Fair tickets.

    Today’s lyrics for Song Poetry were:

    Breathe, then call these bones to live
    Call these lungs to sing
    Once again, I will praise

    The answer? ‘Tremble” by Mosaic MSC – congratulations to Nicolas from Utica, who wins the $5 gift certificate to Troyer’s of Apple Valley!

    Today’s Casting Crowns trivia? What year was Meeka Hope Hall adopted by Mark Hall’s family?  The answer? 2010. Debbie from Mount Vernon won the tickets!

    Also, check out our WNZR Facebook page for the latest about our NEWLY redesigned app and this year’s State Fair butter cow display.

    Thanks for listening!
    – Joe

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    Praise Thursday on the Road!

    On the Road with Big Blue once again today for the afternoon Drive!
    Today was the sale of champions at the Knox County Fair and we purchased four hogs to give away on Saturday! If you would like to register to win, you can come visit us at the fair, or you can register online at WNZR.fm!
    One registration per person, per day, and we will be drawing this on Saturday, the 29th, at 6:00pm. If we draw your name, you have 9 minutes and 9 seconds to either come to the WNZR tent at the fair, or call us at 740-392-9090.

    Our For King and Country trivia question today was as follows…
    Zach Williams debut song broke records, holding the number 1 spot for radio at 15 weeks, surpassing the previous record by 3 weeks. The song also received a Grammy Nomination, Billboard Music Award Nomination and a nomination at th K-Love fan Awards. What was his debut song?
    the answer? Chain Breaker.
    Congratulations to Jennifer from Mt. Vernon! She wins the tickets!

    For Praise Thursday today, we talked about the Cross of Christ.
    The beginning of the chapter comes out swinging. Incredibly convicting. They say that people don’t have evidence of a real prayer life because they don’t have a relationship with God to begin with. Check out this convicting passage from Matthew…

    “21 “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven. 22 Many will say to me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name and in your name drive out demons and in your name perform many miracles?’ 23 Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you. Away from me, you evildoers!’”
    If you think you’re going to heaven just because you walk an aisle or prayed a prayer, you should be concerned. You need to stop and take a step back and reevaluate your life and make sure that you truly have God in it.

    So, the cross of Christ is telling us to have a relationship with The One who saved us. We’re not the ones who save ourselves, but it is God alone. We need to have a relationship with Him before we can expect an exceptional prayer life.

    Thanks for listening!
    Hope to see you at the fair!
    -Lilly 

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