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Coats For Kids Drive and Everybody Loves Raymond!

Hi!

Today on the show I talked about how the Kiwanis Club of Mount Vernon is hosting a Coats For Kids Drive throughout the month of October. I also talked about how Alaska became a part of the United States today. Someone also had another chance to win a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant with our Who am I? trivia question.

WNZR’s Alyssa Sidle talked with Lisa Lloyd, Program Director for the Knox County Foundation and Kiwanis Member about the club’s annual Coats for Kids Collection. You can access the full conversation below.

The Kiwanis Club of Mount Vernon is excited to partner again with Gault’s Plaza Cleaners for the drive. During the month of October, gently used coats will be collected at various locations throughout Knox County. The coats will be cleaned by Gault’s Plaza Cleaners then taken to Interchurch Social Services and the Salvation Army to be distributed to children in need before winter arrives. There are 29 different partner locations in Knox County accepting donations through the 31st.

Interchurch and the Salvation Army are predicting that the need this year will be even greater than previous years. Salvation Army’s Captain Christine Moretz said “We have seen an increase to our food pantry and hot meal needs.  It would not be surprising to see the increased need for coats as well this coming winter season.”

Carolyn Fergus, Executive Director of Interchurch Social Services agreed, adding “Our numbers have doubled since the beginning of this year. There are so many families needing help making ends meet. A warm coat at no cost will go a long way to meet their needs.”

Kiwanis is dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time.

Since 1987 there have been 19,226 coats donated, cleaned, and distributed through Coats for Kids.
For more information, call Lisa Lloyd at 740-392-3270, ext. 2.

Drop off Locations:

CENTERBURG
Centerburg Elementary: 207 South Preston Street
Centerburg Middle/High School: 3782 Columbus Road
Park National Bank: 35 West Main Street

DANVILLE
Danville Elementary/Middle School: 205 Rambo Street
Danville High School: 405 South Market Street
Park National Bank: 4 South Market Street

FREDERICKTOWN
Fredericktown Elementary/Middle/High School: 111 Stadium Drive
Park National Bank: 137 North Main Street

GAMBIER
Gambier Child Care Center (Head Start): 119 Meadow Lane
The Peoples Bank: 103 East Wiggin Street
Wiggin Street Elementary: 207 East Wiggin Street

HOWARD
East Knox Jr./Sr. High School: 23227 Coshocton Road

MOUNT VERNON
CES Credit Union: 1215 Yauger Road & 400 West Chestnut Street
Chamber of Commerce: 501 South Main Street
Gault’s Plaza Cleaners: Kroger Plaza, 855 Coshocton Road
Knox County Career Center: 306 Martinsburg Road
Knox County Head Start (Hew Hope Early Education): 11700 Upper Gilchrist Road
Knox County Service Center: 117 East High Street
Knox Technical Center: 308 Martinsburg Road
Mount Vernon City Schools
– Columbia Elementary: 150 Columbus Road
– Dan Emmett Elementary: 108 Mansfield Road
– East Elementary: 714 East Vine Street
– Mount Vernon High School: 300 Martinsburg Road
– Mount Vernon Middle School: 298 Martinsburg Road
– Pleasant Street Elementary: 305 East Pleasant Street
– Twin Oak Elementary: 8888 Martinsburg Road
Park National Bank: 1 South Main & 810 Coshocton Avenue
Salvation Army of Mount Vernon: 206 East Ohio Avenue
The Peoples Bank: 11423 Upper Gilchrist Road
United Way of Knox County: 305 East High Street

  • I was born on October 18th, 1935, in Norristown, Pennsylvania.
  • I am the youngest of three children.
  • My father Francis was a Philadelphia TV personality from 1951 to 1963.
  • One of the main roles I am known for is playing Frankenstein’s Monster in the 1974 Mel Brooks comedy Young Frankenstein.
  • I also played Frank Barone in the sitcom Everybody Loves Raymond.
  • I was nominated for seven Emmys for this role but never won.
  • I died on December 12th, 2006, at the age of 71.

……I am Peter Boyle

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

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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Preventing House Fires and Ketchup!

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Today on the show I talked about how this week is House Fire Prevention Week. I also had our weekly Who am I? trivia question where another person had a chance to win a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Did you know that cooking fires are by far the leading cause of house fires at 49%? I had no idea!

Here is some more information on how you can prevent house fires:

The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) — the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week™ for more than 100 years — has announced “Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention.” as the theme for Fire Prevention Week, October 8-14, 2023. This year’s focus on cooking safety comes in response to NFPA’s latest cooking fire data, which shows that cooking remains by far the leading cause of U.S. home fires, with nearly half (49 percent) of all home fires involving cooking equipment; cooking is also the leading cause of home fire injuries and the second-leading cause of home fire deaths.

While other leading causes of home fires, such as smoking, have continued to decline since 1980, home cooking fires have not.

“These numbers tell us that more public awareness is needed around when and where cooking fires happen, along with ways to prevent them,” said Lorraine Carli, vice president of Outreach and Advocacy at NFPA. “This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme presents a powerful opportunity to better educate the public about simple but important steps they can take to reduce their risk to home cooking fires, keeping themselves and those around them safe.”

Additional statistics from NFPA’s latest Home Cooking Fires report include the following:

  • Between 2017 and 2021, an average of 158,400 home cooking fires occurred in U.S. homes each year, resulting in 470 civilian deaths, 4,150 civilian injuries, and $1.15 billion in direct property damage.
  • In 2021, the number of reported cooking fires dropped to the lowest level seen since 2005. However, reported home cooking fires hit consecutive new highs in 2012–2015. In 2016–2018, these fires fell below the 2014 and 2015 levels, but remained historically high.
  • Unattended cooking was by far the leading factor in cooking fires and cooking fire deaths.
  • More than two-thirds (66 percent) of home cooking fires began with the ignition of cooking materials, including food, fat, and grease.

Following are cooking safety messages that support this year’s Fire Prevention Week theme, “Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention.”:

  • Always keep a close eye on what you’re cooking. For foods with longer cook times, such as those that are simmering or baking, set a timer to help monitor them carefully.
  • Clear the cooking area of combustible items, keeping anything that can burn – such as dish towels, oven mitts, food packaging, and paper towels – at least three feet away from cooking equipment.
  • Turn pot handles toward the back of the stove. Keep a lid nearby when cooking. If a small grease fire starts, slide the lid over the pan and turn off the burner.
  • Create a “kid and pet free zone” of at least three feet (one meter) around the cooking area and anywhere else hot food or drink is prepared or carried.

“Staying in the kitchen, using a timer, and avoiding distractions that take your focus away from what’s on the stove are among the key messages for this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign,” said Carli.

Fire Prevention Week is celebrated throughout North American every October and is the oldest public health observance on record in the U.S. For 101 years, Fire Prevention Week has worked to educate people about the leading risks to home fires and ways they can better protect themselves and their loved ones. Local fire departments, schools, and community organizations play a key role in bringing Fire Prevention Week to life in their communities each year and spreading basic but critical fire safety messages.

To learn more about Fire Prevention Week and this year’s theme, “Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention.,” visit www.fpw.org. Additional Fire Prevention Week resources for children, caregivers, and educators can be found at www.sparky.org and www.sparkyschoolhouse.org.

For this release and other announcements about NFPA initiatives, research and resources, please visit the NFPA press room.

  • I was born on October 11th, 1844, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
  • My family moved to Birmingham where my dad got a job making bricks and that is where he met my mother.
  • When I was five years old, my parents moved to Sharpsburg where my father opened up his own brickmaking business.
  • In 1869, I started a company in Sharpsburg, Pennsylvania with my friend L. Clarence Noble, that marketed bottled horseradish that soon was followed by sauerkraut, vinegar, and pickles.
  • My first company went bankrupt in 1875. The following year, I founded another company with my brother John and cousin Frederick.
  • In 1888, I bought my company outright and that’s when it rapidly started to expand under my leadership which led to the company making ketchup, pickles, sauces, and so much more.
  • I died on May 14th, 1919, at the age of 74.

…..I am Henry John Heinz

Congratulations to Jim 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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Cinnamon Rolls and a Local President!

Hi!

Today on the show I talked about how today is National Cinnamon Roll Day! I also did our weekly Who am I? trivia question where one lucky person has a chance to win a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Did you know that cinnamon can be dated back as far back as 2800 BC in Chinese writings? I had no idea either!

Here are some of the notes that I took on National Cinnamon Roll Day:

  • Did you know that Cinnamon can be dated as far back as 2800 BC in Chinese writings? Cinnamon is known as Cinnamomum verum.
  • Cinnamon comes from the bark of a tree.
  • Its botanical name is “amomon” which translates to a fragrant spice plant.
  • The spice was used for medicinal purposes for healing, such as sore throats or coughing.
  • The 16th century is when it is believed to have been used in traditional styles of baking.
  • Cinnamon Rolls are believed to have been founded in Europe after the arrival of cinnamon to the continent.
  • They didn’t become popular until the country Sweden made them in the early 20th century.
  • During WWI Swedish people weren’t able to afford the spices, so it wasn’t until after WWI that Sweden was able to afford luxury items like spices.
  • But it wasn’t until decades later after WWI that cinnamon rolls really started to catch on in Sweden. It became a part of their cultural identity.
  • Sweden during the wintertime is a very dark and cold country. So in response to this, cinnamon is enjoyed because of the warmth from it.
  • Many Swedish people have fond memories of coming home after school and enjoying freshly made cinnamon rolls made by their moms and grandmas. And I don’t know about you, but I have several fond memories of making cinnamon rolls in the oven and then eating them with the cream cheese icing melting on top of the rolls!
  • It wasn’t until 1999 that Cinnamon Roll Day became a thing. It was founded by Kaeth Gardestedt and the Home Baking Council in Sweden.
  • This day is also celebrated in Finland.
  • The reason this holiday was created by the Swedes was to build upon their national identity which is associated with this delicious treat.
  • Get this, anyone guess how many cinnamon rolls the average Swedish person consumes? Well, if you guessed 316 cinnamon rolls a year, you would be the winner! That is an incredible amount of Cinnamon Rolls consumed.

How to Celebrate Cinnamon Roll Day:

Enjoy a Cinnamon Roll

How do we do this? Well, one of the ways you can do this is by going to a local bakery. You could also go to the grocery store to get the supplies to make them.

Learn to Make Cinnamon Rolls

Cinnamon rolls are messy while making them, but they are totally worth it! The ingredients include flour, sugar, eggs, milk, yeast, vanilla extract, and butter. And, of course, the most important ingredient is cinnamon.

Share Cinnamon Rolls with Others

This is also a time when you can get to spend time with your friends while eating a delicious cinnamon roll!

Head to Sweden for Cinnamon Roll Day

This doesn’t have to be today, but you can visit them whenever and get a delicious cinnamon roll!

  • The Swedes call cinnamon rolls kanelbulle (KANEL – BULLE) which means “cinnamon buns”.

Here is the link to daysoftheyear.com to learn more information about National Cinnamon Roll Day.

  • I was born on Oct. 4th , 1822 in Delaware, OH
  • I attended Kenyon College and Harvard Law School.
  • After five years of law practice in Lower Sandusky, I moved to Cincinnati where I flourished as a Whig lawyer.
  • I served three terms as Governor of Ohio between 1867 and 1876.
  • I was elected as the 19th President of the United States in 1876, but I lost the popular vote to Samuel J. Tilden. I ended up winning the presidency through the electoral vote from a special electoral commission. This is known as the “Compromise of 1877”.
  • I was the first president to use the telephone in the White House.
  • I was a strong supporter of education, especially public education.
  • I died on January 17th, 1893, at the age of 70.

                                                ….I am Rutherford B. Hayes

Congratulations to Bonnie 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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Chocolate Milk, a Founding Father, and Prayer!

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Today on the show I talked about how today is National Chocolate Milk Day, World Tourism Day, and how today is a very special day for one of our Founding Fathers.

Did you know that chocolate milk really wasn’t discovered until the late 1600s? I had no idea either. Chocolate milk was used for Medicinal purposes early on, then when Hershey released their chocolate syrup it became more widespread and easy to make throughout the country. I personally love chocolate milk! And it is somewhat healthy for you as well.

Click this link daysoftheyear.com to read more information about National Chocolate Milk Day.

Today is also World Tourism Day. I have never personally traveled outside of the United States, but that is something that I want to do during my lifetime. So, if you’re feeling up to it, go visit different places around the world.

  • I was born on September 27, 1722, in Boston, Massachusetts.
  • I was one of twelve children in my family.
  • I attended Harvard College, where I earned a bachelor’s degree in 1740 and a master’s degree in 1743.
  • I am considered one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. I played a crucial role in the American Revolution and was a prominent figure in the movement for American independence from British rule.
  • I was a key organizer of the Boston Tea Party, which took place on December 16, 1773.
  • I served as a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives and was involved in drafting the Massachusetts Constitution, which later became a model for the U.S. Constitution.
  • I died on October 2nd, 1803, at the age of 81.

…I am Samuel Adams

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

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan Elliott

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Sonfest Conversations and Hershey Bars!

Hello!

Today on the show I played a conversation between Allison Prouty and Blessing Offor. I also gave away two Sonfest 2023 tickets and a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant. It was a very busy two hours with lots of information from Blessing Offor and prize giveaways!

You can find all of the artist interviews on our WNZR Soundcloud page. Click here to listen. Also check out themorningthing.com for interviews as well.

Congratulations to Denise of Mount Vernon! She wins two tickets to Sonfest 2023!

  • I was born on September 13th, 1857, in Derry Township, Pennsylvania
  • I dropped out of school in the 4th grade to work on my family’s farm.
  • In 1883, I borrowed money from a bank to start the Lancaster Caramel Company, which instantly was successful.
  • In 1912, I was scheduled to travel on the Titanic, but canceled last minute due to a change of plans.
  • During World War II, I supplied the U.S. Armed Forces with Ration D. Bars and Tropical Chocolate Bars.
  • I died on October 13th, 1945, at the age of 88.

…..I am Milton S. Hershey

Congratulations to Nicole of Mount Vernon! She wins a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant!

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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Fredericktown Tomato Show & Social Work

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Today on the show I talked about several things that are happening at the Fredericktown Tomato Show. Make sure to sign up to win our prizes on our website wnzr.fm. You can also enter to win the prizes while in downtown Fredericktown at the Tomato Show. Come on out and stop by to see the Big Blue Crew! We also went live from the Tomato Show to talk to Alyssa Sidle of the Big Blue Crew on some of the interesting things that are happening at the Tomato Show. I also gave away two tickets to Sonfest 2023. And of course, our weekly Who am I? trivia question where one lucky person will win a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Congratulations to Krista of Howard for guessing the correct answer! She wins two tickets to Sonfest 2023.

  • I was born on September 6, 1860, in Cedarville, Illinois.
  • I was the eighth of nine children.
  • My father was a prosperous miller and also a political leader. He served for 16 years as a state senator, and he also fought in the Civil War.
  • In 1905, I was appointed to Chicago’s Board of Education and was made chairman of the School Management Committee.
  • I was the leader in the women’s suffrage movement and advocated for world peace. I was arguably the most prominent reformer of the progressive era.
  • I won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1931 for my work as a social worker in America. I am recognized as the founder of the social work profession in the United States
  • I died on May 21, 1935, at the age of 74.

…..I am Jane Addams

Congratulations to Nathan 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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Lots of fun facts…and a call to prayer.

Today we shared some fun facts on several fronts:

  • tomorrow is National Waffle Day – read more about this crispy, sweet treat by clicking here.
  • the birthday of the Red Cross is this week! August 22, 1864 was the date when Henry Dunant formed the International Committee of the Red Cross. Dunant was a Swiss humanitarian and said it was his Christian faith that inspired him to provide aid for victims of war and natural disasters.
  • Monday was also the anniversary of Hawaii becoming our 50th state. In 1959, the home of the only royal palace in America became part of the United States. Right now, though, as we celebrate, we also keep praying for Hawaii in the wake of the recent Maui wildfires.
  • look for ways to help – here’s a guide from CNN
  • I was born August 23, 1912 in Pittsburgh, PA
  • I had dual citizenship after I received Irish citizenship later in my life
  • I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh
  • my film debut was with Judy Garland in 1942
  • I starred in, plus co-directed and co-choreographed “Singin’ in the Rain” in 1952.
  • I directed the Oscar-nominated film version of, “Hello, Dolly,” in 1969
  • I died at 83 in 1996 in Beverly Hills, CA

I am – Gene Kelly! Congratulations to Deanna from Mount Vernon, who guessed correctly and wins thew $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Zoe

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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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Who Knew Chocolate could be so fun?

Today on The Afternoon Drive, Josiah Sidle and Zoe Bricker shared about World Chocolate day and 100 fun things to do in Ohio.

If you’d like to learn more about World Chocolate Day you can visit HERE

We also shared 100 fun things to do in Ohio, some of the events we talked about were not listed such as The Mount Vernon Music and Arts Festival on August 10-12. If you want to read the 100 things to do, you can click here.

Thanks for joining us!

-Zoe Bricker and Josiah Sidle

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