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History Lessons: Dove Awards Edition!

Hey there!

Today for Who Knew Wednesday on The Afternoon Drive, we took a trip back in time to the origins of the Dove Awards. The rich history of the Awards show goes back all the way, originally conceptualized by gospel singer-songwriter Bill Gaither. Plus, there some interesting standards back then that qualified a song to be considered ‘gospel’. Apparently, the only qualified music was that sold in Christian Booksellers Association affiliated stores. Nowadays, the standards have changed quite a bit.

–I was born in Oakland, California on September 25, 1951

–I’m a film star, as well as a critically acclaimed voice actor

–I voiced DC supervillain The Joker in the popular “Batman: The Animated Series”

–I got my big break playing Luke Skywalker in the famous film series, “Star Wars”

I am…Mark Hamill!

Congratulations to April from Mount Gilead for naming the right person! She wins a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for listening! -Judah

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Michael Cochren Joins The Show!

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Today for Who Knew Wednesday on The Afternoon Drive, we spoke with Michael Cochren of Cochren & Co., who you can see live Saturday, September 21 at Sonfest! We also gave away more tickets to the show Saturday, and shared who knew facts about the music festival!

-I was born September 19, 1951, in Detroit

-I struggled academically early, but overcame these challenges with the help of my mother

-I went on to graduate from Yale University and the University of Michigan Medical School.

-I became the Director of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital at just 33 years old.

-I’m a best selling author of books like Gifted Hands, Think Big, and America the Beautiful

I am…Dr. Ben Carson!

Congratulations to Adam from Fredericktown for naming the right person! He wins a $5 Gift Card to Watts Restaurant.

Thanks for listening! -Judah

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Water Coolers, Tomato Shows, and Who Knew Wednesday!

Today on The Afternoon Drive we went On The Road With Big Blue for the 48th Fredericktown Tomato Show in downtown Fredericktown! Marcy shared updates with the Big Blue Crew as they had tons of fun, including a message from our friend Brad: “Come to the Fredericktown Tomato Show and meet the Big Blue Crew!”

We also shared some weird facts about water coolers for Who Knew Wednesday…who knew a song by the 80s band Toto could be named after one?

The 1982 hit song “Rosanna” by Toto, commonly believed to have been written about Rosanna Arquette, the actress daughter of Patricia and David Arquette, is actually about David Paich’s childhood water cooler, a Glacier Bay 5 Gallon Hot, Room and Cold Water Dispenser. Paich nicknamed the watercooler Rosanna, which unfortunately met her end in an accident during Paich’s parents’ move from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara in 1980- PointsInCase.com

-I was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma

-I was inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame (1955), was named Commentator of the Year in 1962 by Radio/TV Daily, and in 1979 was inducted to the National Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame

-In 2005 Pres. George W. Bush presented me with the Presidential Medal of Freedom

-My shows aired daily on 1,750 radio stations worldwide and had more than twenty-four million listeners weekly

…I am Paul Harvey!

Congratulations to David from Fredericktown for naming the right person! He wins a $5 Gift Card to Watts Restaurant.

Thanks for listening!

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Catching Up With The Big Blue Crew and Jenny and Shawna from the Exchange Club of Knox County!

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Today on the show it was Who Knew Wednesday. We talked about the things that are coming up for The Big Blue Crew. We’ve got a busy couple of weeks coming up! We also talked to Jenny and Shawna who are with the Exchange Club of Mount Vernon and Knox County about their upcoming event Field Of Honor. We also had our Who Am I? Trivia Question where one person has a chance to win a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Here is the link to the website for the Exchange Club of Mount Vernon and Knox County: https://www.healingfield.org/event/mountvernonoh24/

Here is a link to their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/exchangeclubofmountvernon

Here is the link to our conversation with Jenny and Shawna:

To stay up to date on what is happening here in Knox County and what is happening with WNZR, make sure to keep checking our website https://www.wnzr.fm for the latest news.

  • I was born on August 30th, 1918, in San Diego, California.
  • I served in both World War II and the Korean War.
  • I am a 19-time all-star, a two time AL MVP Award winner, a six-time AL Batting Champion, and a two-time Triple Crown Winner in baseball.
  • I have the highest all time batting average.
  • I played my entire 19-year career with the Boston Red Sox.
  • I died on July 5th, 2002, at the age of 83.

…I am Ted Williams

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

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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Ian Ernsberger Talks About the show Beyond Labels: An ARTful Celebration of Abilities!

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Today on the show we talked to Ian Ernsberger who is the MVAC Production and Operations Manager. He talked about the upcoming show Beyond Labels: An ARTful Celebration of Abilities. This show is going to be amazing! We hope that you will be able to go.

Here is the conversation with Ian:

Here is the website where you can get tickets: https://www.mvac.org/beyond-labels

Here is the group The Improvaneers:

Here is the group Blue Spectrum:

  • I was born on August 21st, 1936, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
  • I was the sixth of nine children.
  • My first sport that I played was track. I then realized that I was better suited to play basketball, so I switched to basketball in 7th grade.
  • I got recruited by more than 200 universities. I decided to attend the University of Kansas where I played from 1956-1958.
  • I won two NBA Championships, four MVP awards, and I also once had 100 points in a game.
  • I died on October 12th, 1999, in Los Angeles, California.

…I am Wilt Chamberlain

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

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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Back To School Tips!

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Today on the show I shared tips on how both you and your child can prepare to go back to school. I also want to wish all of the students good luck as they start the new school year! May your year be awesome and exciting with growth along the way! We also had our Who Am I? trivia question where one person has a chance to win a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Here is the link to the website where you can find all of the back to school tips: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/gradeschool/school/Pages/back-to-school-tips.aspx

  • I was born on August 14th, 1959, in Lansing, Michigan.
  • I have a total of nine siblings.
  • I played basketball at Everett High School and eventually went on to play for the Michigan State Spartans.
  • My Michigan State Spartans and Larry Bird’s Indiana State Sycamores played in the 1979 NCAA Tournament Championship game which is the most watched college basketball game of all-time. Of course, my Spartans won the NCAA National Championship.
  • I was a part of the “showtime” Los Angeles Lakers where I won five NBA Championships.
  • I am 65 years old.

…I am Magic Johnson

Congratulations to Allen 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 Joe Porter from Knox County Mobility Management!

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Today we talked with Joe Porter from the Knox County Mobility Management. This is such good information for anyone that is here in Knox County!

Here is a link to our conversation today with Joe Porter:

Here is a link to their website: https://co.knox.oh.us/mobility-management/

Congratulations to our NIV Adventure Bible Winner:

Leanna of Mount Vernon!

  • I was born on July 31st, 1965, in Yate, Gloucestershire, England.
  • I am one of two children.
  • I am known for my works as an author who created the Harry Potter book series.
  • I am also one of the highest paid authors of all time.
  • I am also known for my charity work throughout the UK.
  • I am 59 years old.

….I am J.K. Rowling

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

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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The Knox County Fair and an American Hero!

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Today it was Who Knew Wednesday on the show. We talked all about the Knox County Fair that is happening next week!

Here are all the links to the different websites that you can go to get more information on the Knox County Fair:

https://knoxcountyfair.org/

https://www.facebook.com/knoxcountyfairohio

Here is the link to what different prizes are being given away: https://www.wnzr.fm/copy-of-sale-of-champions-2024

Here is the links to our different contests that we are doing for the Knox County Fair:

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

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

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

Here is today’s winner to our Lauren Daigle Concert Ticket Giveaway:

Here is today’s trivia question: Lauren Daigle has had a very successful tour throughout the USA and other countries since September 2023. She is bringing this tour to the Ohio State Fair! What is the name of the tour?

The answer is: The Kaleidoscope Tour

Congratulations to Ben of Bellville!

Here is today’s winner for our General Admission Ticket Giveaway to the Ohio State Fair:

Today’s trivia question was:

In 1929, what famous part of the Ohio State Fair was formed?

The answer is: The Junior Fair was formed this year.

Congratulations to Marissa of Mount Vernon!

  • I was born on July 18th, 1921, in Cambridge, OH.
  • I attended New Concord High School where I was a multi-sport athlete.
  • I attended Muskingum College where I studied Chemistry.
  • I never graduated from college because I enlisted in World War II as a Marine Corps Aviator.
  • I was the first American to orbit the Earth.
  • I died on December 8th, 2016, at the age of 95.

…I am John Glenn

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

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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Things To Do Around Knox County For The 4th Of July!

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Today on the show we talked about several things you can do in downtown Mount Vernon on the 4th of July and also things you can do around Fredericktown and Gambier. We also had our Who Am I? Trivia Question where one person has a chance to win a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Here are the maps of what you can do in Mount Vernon:

Here are the events that are going on in Fredericktown and Gambier:

  • I was born on July 4th, 1872, in Plymouth Notch, Vermont.
  • I went to college, but my father convinced me to start practicing law, which eventually led me to become a lawyer.
  • I became the 48th Governor of Massachusetts on July 2nd, 1919.
  • Two years later, I ran for Vice President of the United States alongside Warren G. Harding.
  • After the sudden death of President Harding, I became the 30th President of the United States where I served from August 2nd, 1923 – March 4th, 1929.
  • I died on January 5th, 1933, at the age of 60.

….I am Calvin Coolidge

Congratulations to Kathy 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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