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Who Influences You?

Who’s setting the example for you? Or who are you setting the example for?

It’s National Set A Good Example Day for Who Knew Wednesday on The Afternoon Drive, and we all have people who influence our lives everyday. Whether it’s our parents, spouse, kids, coach, or even people on social media and other entertainment, somebody or something is influencing us every single day of our lives.

We have to be incredibly mindful in choosing who we follow and who we watch…they can have an endearing impact on us, good and bad!

Be the influence in someone’s life that lifts them up and encourages them, and follow the example of those that encourage and have encouraged you!

-I was born February 26, 1932

-I was a famous singer, songwriter and performer

-I was known as the man in black, and was one of the most influential musicians in the twentieth century, inspiring artists in various genres, from country to rock ‘n’ roll

-I’m best known for the songs “Ring of Fire,” “I Walk the Line,” “A Boy Named Sue,” and “Folsom Prison Blues.”

I am…Johnny Cash!

Congratulations to Cody from Mount Vernon for guessing the correct person! He wins a $5 Gift Card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for listening!-Judah

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Chocolate and Mint..is there a better combination?

Is there a better combination than chocolate and mint? Maybe.

But it’s still amazing!

It’s National Chocolate Mint Day so we wanna know: what’s your favorite way to enjoy this combination? Ice cream, thin mints, Yorks?

Drop your thoughts here! https://www.facebook.com/WNZR.FM

A stumper this week! Next week’s will be worth TWO $5 Gift Cards to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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Go-To Comfort Snacks!

How do YOU stay cozy in temperatures like this? Because we’re still trying to figure it out! It’s Who Knew Wednesday on The Afternoon Drive, and we’re wondering what your go to snack to stay cozy in this weather is. Maybe you’re a weirdo (like Judah) and prefer something cold and refreshing, or maybe you’re a classic warm snack type of person.

Our very own Joe Rinehart stands on crunchy Cheetos being the perfect winter day snack, or if you’re opting for something warm, he recommends Frito scoops with warm sloppy joe’s (which sounds sooooo good). Let us know what yours is!

We got to give away even more Winter Jam passes! Congrats to Wyatt from Mount Vernon for winning two passes to Winter Jam 2025!!

-I was born January 15, 1929 in Atlanta, GA

-I was a minster and activist

-I was a key figure of the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 60s, fighting for the voice and equality of African Americans

-A national holiday is dedicated to me on January 20th

I am….Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.! Congratulations to Esther for correctly guessing our Who Am I trivia person! She wins TWO $5 Gift Cards to Watts Restaurant in Utica since last week’s was a stumper!

Thanks for listening!-Judah

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Back to School Anxiety, And How To Overcome It.

According to a study conducted in 2023, 87% of parents of children under the age of 18 say the back-to-school season causes them stress and anxiety. Maybe that’s what your child is dealing with today. If that’s the case, today for Who Knew Wednesday on The Afternoon Drive we want to share encouragement for you and your child.

  1. It is okay to feel these feelings
  2. Remember that no matter where you go, GOD IS WITH YOU! Isaiah 41:10
  3. There are things out of your control, and that is okay, because God ultimately IS! Deuteronomy 31:8
  4. If you trust in the Lord, He will make your path straight! Proverbs 3:5-6

As you go about your days this new school year, keep God’s truth close to your heart!

-I was born January 8, 1935

-Born in Tupelo, MS

-I was known as the king of Rock and Roll, rising to prominence in the 50s.

-I released #1 singles such as “Hound Dog”, Jailhouse Rock” and “Stuck on You”

I am…Elvis Presley!

Congratulations to Kylie from Danville, she wins the $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Card!

Thanks for listening!-Judah

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Christmas Shopping Procrastination…We All Do It.

Ever have this problem? I know I do. It’s Who Knew Wednesday on The Afternoon Drive, and did you know that only 8 percent of people surveyed say they do their Christmas shopping before December? In a survey conducted by gallup.com, “16% of holiday shoppers say they will do “all” of their holiday shopping in December, 33% will do “most” of it, and 42% will do “some” of it. Only 8% of those surveyed said they would be finished with their holiday shopping before December began.” Looks like most of us like to put off Christmas shopping until last second.

You can check out the full article about Holiday shopping here!: https://news.gallup.com/poll/545537/december-holiday-rush-half-shoppers.aspx#:~:text=Overall%2C%2016%25%20of%20holiday%20shoppers,holiday%20shopping%20before%20December%20began.

Congratulations to Denise from Mount Vernon and Richard from Fredericktown, they’re are winners for the WNZR Christmas gift exchange today! They’ve both entered into our drawing to be one of our SEVEN grand prize winners, which will be announced Friday on The Morning Thing! Tomorrow is your last chance to play and win, so stay tuned on 90.9fm WNZR!

A stumper for today! That means next show’s ‘Who Am I’ is worth TWO five dollar Watts Restaurant Gift Cards!

Thanks for listening!-Judah

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On the First Day of Christmas….I got what??

If you were to find one of the MANY gifts in the Christmas classic, “12 Days of Christmas”…how would react?

It’s Who Knew Wednesday on The Afternoon Drive, and we tested your Christmas music knowledge…of the 364 presents (when you imagine getting the gifts each day), which one would you be excited about…and which one not so much? Drop your answers here! https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1126932696100191&set=a.392606606199474

Our friend Colleen shared an incredible story of God’s faithfulness with a wallet her husband’s parents gave to him…that they found four months later and had the perfect amount of money they needed! He is always faithful!

Congratulations to Bob and Kim, our Christmas Gift Exchange winners for today! They’ve both been entered into our drawing for our SEVEN GRAND PRIZE WINNERS! Keep listening for your chance to win!

Congratulations to Chris from Gambier, who guessed our two-week stumper!!

  • I was born November 27, 1701 in Uppsala, Sweden.
  • My father was an astronomy professor and my uncle was a botanist
  • I chose physics and astronomy as my areas of emphasis
  • I created a temperature scale that now bears my name
  • I originally scaled 0 degrees as boiling and 100 degrees as freezing, but that was eventually reverted
  • I also participated in an expedition to the Arctic Circle to measure the shape of the earth

It is Swedish native Anders Celsius! Chris wins two 5 gift cards to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Judah

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Thanksgiving Eve and Kettle Kickoff!

The Salvation Army hosted their 2024 Red Kettle Kick-Off yesterday.
We shared the conversation between Mount Vernon Captain Christine Moretz and our own Sue MacDonald how the red kettles impact the ministry of the Salvation Army throughout the year.

You can find the red kettles this year at Walmart, Kroger, Big Lots and Baker’s IGA.
Time: 9am and 8pm, Monday – Saturday
2024 Goal: $75,000

Find the full conversation at our SoundCloud link here!

They are still looking for volunteers. Ringing continues through Christmas Eve.
Register at www.registertoring.com
You can choose your time and location.

(L to R) Capt. Moretz and Cadet Jalicia Smalley

A few Thanksgiving fun facts from Good Housekeeping magazine:

Question: How much did the world’s largest pumpkin pie weigh?

Answer: 3,699 pounds

According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the pie, made by New Bremen Giant Pumpkin Growers in Ohio on September 25, 2010, weighed almost 3,700 pounds and was 20 feet in diameter. It was made with 197 cans of pumpkin, over 200 dozen eggs, 100 gallons of evaporated milk, 525 pounds of sugar, three pounds of pumpkin pie spice, seven pounds of salt and 12.4 pounds of cinnamon.

Question: What state raises the most turkeys?

Answer: Minnesota.

According to the Minnesota Turkey Growers Association, Minnesota has “long been” the turkey capital in the United States and has consistently ranked #1 in turkey production, raising 40 to 42 million birds a year.

  • I was born November 27, 1701 in Uppsala, Sweden.
  • My father was an astronomy professor and my uncle was a botanist
  • I chose physics and astronomy as my areas of emphasis
  • I created a temperature scale that now bears my name
  • I originally scaled 0 degrees as boiling and 100 degrees as freezing, but that was eventually reverted
  • I also participated in an expedition to the Arctic Circle to measure the shape of the earth

Who Am I? It’s a STUMPER. Join Judah next Wednesday and see if you can figure it out.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

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Egg Nog…or Hot Chocolate?

With the holidays quickly approaching, we have to be honest with ourselves. Of course we love getting together with family and friends and making memories, but there’s also another big reason we love them…the food. With so many classic and iconic holiday staples, we had to ask…what’s better: egg nog or hot chocolate? YOU had some opinions!

Carolyn said that egg nog milkshakes are one of her favorites! Gretchen meanwhile wonders who in the world likes hot chocolate? Kelly was another hot chocolate lover, saying that peppermint hot chocolate is even better!

What are your thoughts? Let us know in the comments!: https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1110314564428671&set=a.392606606199474

The Totally Tasty Tom Turkey Hunt continues on WNZR! Congratulations to Jim & Barry for catching Tom Turkey today! Keep listening for your chance to get registered for a 14-16 pound turkey from Smithhislers Meats in Mount Vernon!

-I was born November 20, 1942

-I’m the oldest sitting US President

-I’m also the 46th President of the US

I am…Joe Biden!

Congratulations to Ellie for correctly guessing! Since last week was a stumper, she wins 2 $5 Gift Cards to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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Be A Little Kinder Today!

Sometimes in the midst of our crazy lives, making the small effort to be a little kinder to each other can make a massive difference! For National Kindness Day on The Afternoon Drive, we shared stories of random and unexpected kindness that we’ve experienced. We’d love to hear yours! Drop your story of unexpected acts of kindness right here: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1104873058306155&set=a.392606606199474

People are spreading kindness all over the world, and even the Ohio Department of Agriculture is stepping up and playing a part! They’re teaming up with Ohio tree growers, local schools, churches and veteran’s groups for Operation Evergreen, sending Christmas trees and homemade decorations to troops serving overseas in Jordan. They’re working together to spread the holiday spirit!

Plus, a young man brought judges to tears with his soulful rendition of For King + Country’s ‘God Only Knows’ on ‘The Voice’. Check out his incredible performance here!

The hunt for Tom Turkey continues! Congratulations to Melanie from Mount Vernon and (), they’ve both been registered for that 14-16 pound Turkey from Smithhislers meats in Mount Vernon! It’s the Totally Tasty Tom Turkey Hunt on WNZR!

Another stumper this week. Tune in next week for your chance to win two $5 Gift Cards to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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