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National Chocolate Chip Day!

Hi!

Today on the show I talked about how today is National Chocolate Chip Day. I also talked about how Lauren Daigle is going to be coming to the Ohio State Fair on Monday, July 29th. I am super excited to hopefully go to this concert. For ticket information, make sure you visit our website wnzr.fm and click on the Events Button and then click on the Concerts Tab. Not only do you get to see the amazing Lauren Daigle, you also get free admission with a ticket purchase to the Ohio State Fair! That is a pretty good deal!

Did you know that Chocolate Chips were first marketed in 1940! The chocolate chip came AFTER the chocolate chip cookie! I had no idea that this was the case!

You can find out more about National Chocolate Chip Day by clicking on the link HERE.

  • I was born on May 15th, 1969, in Pensacola, Florida.
  • I attended Escambia High School in Florida where I played both Football and ran track.
  • I attended the University of Florida where I played running back for the Gators.
  • I was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys where I played from 1990-2002. We won three super bowls during my time there.
  • I am inducted into the Cowboys Ring of Honor.
  • I am still living and am 54 years old.

…I am Emmitt Smith

Congratulations to Karen 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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Blessing Offor Releases a New Track!

Hi,

Today on the show I talked about how Blessing Offor released a new track called Somebody’s Child. This song features a collaboration with Dolly Parton. This song is absolutely amazing! It is a song that reminds us that we are always loved and we are all somebody’s child!

Here is the full article: Click HERE!

Here is a synopsis of the article that I wrote:

Blessing Offor who is a two-time Dove Award winner announced recently that he has released a brand-new track called “Somebody’s Child”, which features Dolly Parton as a part of the collaboration.

Blessing Offor had this to say about his latest track, “We’re all ‘somebody’s child,’ he explains. “It’s such a simple concept, but I hope it’s the beginning of us all realizing that there’s always a point of empathy, there’s always common ground if we want to find it. And there’s no better embodiment of finding common ground, finding relatability, than Dolly Parton. I’m so honored and humbled to have her on this project.”

Dolly Parton had this to say about the collaboration with Blessing Offor, “I know it’s too easy to say it was a blessing singing with Blessing,” she says, “but it was. I love the song ‘Somebody’s Child’ and I am very proud to be a part of it.”

Blessing Offor is currently on a national tour with Lauren Daigle. They are coming to Columbus, OH on this Saturday, May 18th. They will be performing at KEMBA LIVE! concert venue.

Here is the music video for this song:

Once upon a time, you were 25
Walking up the aisle, you made the promise of your life
Blinked twice and you were 29
Singing lullabies, and I looked up at you for the first time

The correct answer is Unsung Hero by for King & Country.

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

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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We Can’t Out-Love God

Hello WNZR family!

Today on the show I shared a devotional from Our Daily Bread titled, “We Can’t Out-Love God.” This devotional is really inspirational by sharing how God’s love is stronger than our love will ever be. We also had our ‘Name That Tune’ trivia where one lucky person has a chance to win a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Here is the link to my devotional from Our Daily Bread. Click HERE.

Faithfully by TobyMac!

Congratulations to Lisa from Mount Gilead, who guessed correctly and wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

Thanks for listening!
– Dylan and Joe

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The Cruise In & Auto Show discussion with Cory Adams of KCCC

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Today on the show I talked with Cory Adams of the KCCC about their upcoming event Cruise In & Auto Show. This is going to be an amazing event that benefits a very special cause in Food For The Hungry. And of course we had our weekly Who Am I? trivia question where one lucky person has a chance to win a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Here is the link to our conversation about the Cruise In & Auto Show:

  • I was born on May 8th, 1884, in Lamar, Missouri.
  • I was the oldest child in my family.
  • I am only one of two presidents that didn’t earn a college degree.
  • I was a U.S. Senator in Missouri before I became President.
  • I was sworn in as president after Franklin D. Roosevelt died while in office. I served the rest of his term, then was reelected to serve my own term.
  • I died on December 26th, 1962, at the age of 88.

…I am Harry S. Truman

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

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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Crowder’s On Top!

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Yes you heard that right! Crowder is back on top of the Christian Airplay Chart with his single Grave Robber!

Crowder has earned his fifth number one hit of his career with his song “Grave Robber”. Grave Robber is a part of his recently announced album The EXILE which comes out on May 31st. His upcoming album, The EXILE is a part of a three part trilogy that started with his first album Milk & Honey.

Recorded alongside GRAMMY Award Winning producer team Ben Glover and Jeff Sojka, this full record ranges from traditional bluegrass instruments to innovative urban beats. The EXILE is a recipe for a genre-bending revival taking listeners on a compelling musical journey showcasing clever, intricate musicianship to quirky sonic elements. The album features GRAMMY-Award winning Buddy Miller on a track titled “All My Tears,” a song originally recorded by Julie Miller and Emmylou Harris.

He also was the headliner of Winter Jam this year

Here is his music video:

To learn more about this song and his new upcoming album click the link HERE.

All of my hope
Is in the name
The name of Jesus
Breakthrough will come
Come in the name
The name of Jesus

The correct answer is God Turn it Around by Jon Reddick

Congratulations to Jack of Mount Vernon! He wins TWO $5 gift cards to Watts Restaurant.

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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Praise Thursday Feat. National Day of Prayer!

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Today on the show we talked about how today is National Day of Prayer and we shared a devotional from Our Daily Bread! We heard from several different local pastors here in Knox County. Mike also shared a devotional from Our Daily Bread that is associated with how today is National Day of Prayer. And of course we had our weekly Name That Tune Trivia where one lucky person has a chance to win a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

The theme this year for National Day of Prayer is “Lift Up the Word, Light Up the World.” The theme verse this year is 2 Samuel 22:29-31, “For you are my lamp, O Lord, and my God lightens my darkness. For by You I can run against a troop, and by my God I can leap over a wall. This God-His way is perfect; the word of the Lord proves true; He is a shield for all those who take refuge in Him.” Mike shared about the encouragement of these verses and how God being a shield for us helps us to overcome the obstacles we face.

Walking Free by Micah Tyler!

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

Thanks for listening!

-Mike

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Who Knew Wednesday WNZR Edition!

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Today on the show I talked about different things that are happening around the radio station over the next couple of weeks. We are so excited that Mom’s Night Out is next Friday, May 10th! We are looking forward to seeing you there! Also, don’t forget to listen into The Morning Thing on Thursday and Friday of this week as we continue to honor the Class of 2024! We have 18 seniors that are associated with the MVNU Communication Department. All of those conversations are available on our SoundCloud page. Make sure to stay up to date with things that are happening by going to our website wnzr.fm. And of course we had our weekly Who am I? trivia question where one lucky person has a chance to win a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Here is a link to the Mom’s Night Out page if you haven’t yet signed up: https://www.wnzr.fm/moms-night-out-2024

Here is a link to our conversations with the Class of 2024 Seniors: https://www.wnzr.fm/wnzrclassof2024

  • I was born on May 3rd, 1903, in Tacoma, Washington.
  • I was the fourth of seven children.
  • I enrolled at Gonzaga University but never graduated.
  • I had 41 number one hits throughout my radio career out of 396 chart singles.
  • My biggest song hit was “White Christmas”.
  • I died on October 14th, 1977, in Alcobendas, Spain.

….I am Bing Crosby

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

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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Administrative Professionals Day and Who am I? Trivia!

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Today on the show I talked about how today is Administrative Professionals Day. I also gave an updated total for Lifeline 2024. Our total is $87,581! We are so thankful for your generous giving to our radio ministry! We are so grateful to have a community that loves and supports us! I also had our weekly Who am I? trivia question where one lucky person has a chance to win TWO $5 gift cards to Watts Restaurant!

Did you know that Administrative Professionals Day is always celebrated the last Wednesday of April? I had no idea. Administrative Professionals are very important to keep order and structure throughout any business.

Here is the link to find out more about Administrative Professionals Day. Click HERE

  • I was born on April 25th, 1908, in Guilford County, North Carolina.
  • I was the youngest of four brothers.
  • In 1926, I enrolled at Washington State College (now Washington State University) where I majored in speech.
  • I joined CBS in 1935 and remained with the network throughout my entire career.
  • I am famous for being on the radio at CBS throughout multiple catastrophic events in history such as the holocaust. I also had my own show called See It Now.
  • I died on April 27th, 1965, in Pawling, New York at the age of 57.

….I am Edward R. Murrow

Congratulations to Haley of Mount Vernon for guessing the correct answer! She wins two $5 gift cards to Watts Restaurant.

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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National Banana Day and the Progressive Era.

Hi,

Today on the show I talked about how today is National Banana Day! I absolutely love bananas. They really almost go with anything you eat. They can go in cereal, on a sandwich, go in ice cream, and so much more! I also gave an updated total from Lifeline 2024. Our total is now $87,461! That is such an incredible total! We are so appreciative of your partnership with our radio ministry! Today is also National Cheeseball Day! I love cheeseballs too. They are always perfect around the holidays. My grandma and I make a homemade cheeseball that is absolutely delicious.

Did you know that there are over 1,000 different varieties of bananas? I had no idea! That is a lot of different bananas. The most popular here in the U.S. is the Cavendish banana.

To find out more about National Banana Day, click on the link HERE. This website is really good when finding out about what holidays are happening on any specific day.

Did you know the first cheeseball was created in 1801? I had no idea! Elisha Brown Jr. is the first person to have created the cheeseball. She actually presented it to President Thomas Jefferson at the White House!

To find out more about National Cheeseball Day, click on the link HERE. Again, this website is so good when it comes to finding out what national holidays are happening on any given day.

  • I was born on April 17th, 1837, in Hartford, Connecticut.
  • My father Junius was a partner at Howe Mather & Co. which was the largest dry goods wholesaler in Hartford.
  • I preferred to be called by my middle name “Pierpont” instead of my first name.
  • I had four children.
  • Over my career on Wall Street, I helped spearhead the formation of several prominent multinational corporations including U.S. Steel, International Harvester, and General Electric.
  • I died on March 31st, 1913, in Rome, Lazio, Italy.

….I am J.P. Morgan

We unfortunately weren’t able to do the contest today because of the severe weather. Next week we will do two Watts Restaurant gift cards. Here is the answer anyways :-).

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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