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New Albums, Tours, and More!

Your favorite artists are delivering!

So much new music, plus exciting tours and collaborations, are happening right now! It’s Artist Newsday and Game Time Tuesday on The Afternoon Drive

Forrest Frank released his collaboration track with country star Thomas Rhett, and it’s a certified banger!

Forrest’s CHILD OF GOD TOUR Part 2 is ramping up, and it’s already selling out! https://jesusfreakhideout.com/news/2025/02/28.ForrestFrankUnveilsNewSinglefeatCountryStarThomasRhett.asp

Tauren Wells has new music on the way as well! His EP, ‘Let The Church Sing’, drops March 21!

JUST IN: Tauren Wells To Drop Let The Church Sing March 21!

“I know the only reason
I can stand here unashamed
It’s not because I’m worthy
It’s all because ______”

A stumper today! Next week’s will be worth TWO $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Cards!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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Running Back To Him!

When we need rest and a reminder of who we truly are, the Father’s arms are always open wide for us to run back to you.

It’s time for a little Monday Motivation on The Afternoon Drive, and we think that Seph Schlueter’s “Running Back To You” is the perfect example of a reminder of finding our hope and rest in the Lord! When we feel lost, confused, anxious, tired…whatever it is, God will ALWAYS be there for us, no matter what.

“When I’m drowning in questions, when I’ve lost the path
Your love is the answer as You’re calling me back

Back to the table, back to my home
Back to my Father who never lets go
Whatever I’m facing, I know what to do
With my arms wide open, I’m running to back to You”

Let these words be a reminder of where to go when you don’t know where to turn.

Name the most common snack you’d find at a ball park:

-Hamburgers-Top choice in 13 states

-Popcorn-favorite in 7 states

-Nachos-top choice in 5 states

-Hot dog- The favorite in OHIO!

Congratulations to Bob from Howard, he named Hot Dog as one of the top four choices! He wins the $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Card!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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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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Covers, Collaborations and MOVIES!

Ever have trouble figuring out what to talk about? Yeah, we do sometimes. But not today. We’ve got PLENTY to talk about…

It’s Artist Newsday and Game Time Tuesday on The Afternoon Drive, and to say we had a busy day of news and updates would be a major understatement.

Starting things off, Jesusfreakhideout is giving you the chance to win a digital copy of Dog Man, Dreamworks Studios newest animated release for the whole family. You can enter HERE to win your 4k Digital Copy to enjoy with your family!

Need a GOOD TV show? Amazon’s Biblical epic House of David releases this Thursday on Prime streaming! The new series presents a contemporary spin on the story of David, a young shepherd on his rise to become king of Israel. Keep in mind that this is a more mature show, not necessarily for the whole family.

One of the most unexpected and controversial collaborations took place recently with mainstream artist Jelly Roll featuring on Brandon Lake. Brandon made his Grand Ole Opry debut in Nashville alongside Jelly Role; Check out the full story HERE!

“I may not know
What a day may bring
But I know
Who brings the day
On the darkest night
When I cannot see
Still my soul will say”

This week’s edition of song poetry is….a stumper! Tune in next week for your chance to win TWO $5 Gift Cards to Watts Restaurant!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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Praying For Our MVNU Community!

There’s a lot happening in our MVNU community, and we need your prayers!

It’s Praise Thursday here on The Afternoon Drive, and while we have plenty of prayer requests, we also have plenty of reasons to praise the Lord!

One of our most immediate prayer requests has to do with one of our very own MVNU students. Will Meyers and his girlfriend were involved in a serious car accident this past Sunday, and while they sustained some injuries, we are praising God for their recoveries. Both are doing tremendously better! Continue to pray for recovery, especially as Will heads into surgery tomorrow!

If you have a praise or prayer request of your own, give us a call at 740-397-9697!

A stumper this week! Tune in next Thursday for your chance to win TWO $5 Gift Cards to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for Listening!- Judah

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Impact!

There’s been so much going on the past few months it’s tough to keep up with. But one thing we are noticing…Christian artists are making an impact!

It’s Artist Newsday and Game Time Tuesday on The Afternoon Drive, so of course we’ve got to update you on what’s happening in Christian music…and plenty of exciting things are happening!

Lauren Daigle had the opportunity to perform ‘America the Beautiful’ on the biggest stage: the super bowl…and she delivered! https://www.20thecountdown.com/news/lauren-daigle-shines-at-the-super-bowl-with-a-stunning-rendition-of-america-the-beautiful/

As if he doesn’t already have an impressive enough resume, Chris Tomlin is adding executive producer to his long list of accomplishments. The singer-songwriter is serving as executive producer for the upcoming film about the life of Jesus, ‘The Last Supper’.

Here’s another name you might know; Brandon Lake made an appearance on Fox and Friends and spoke on why he believes that Christian music is reaching a younger audience: https://www.20thecountdown.com/news/brandon-lake-shares-why-christian-music-is-reaching-more-young-listeners/

“I sought the Lord and He heard and He answered
That’s why I trust Him, that’s why I trust Him”

A stumper this week! Next week’s song poetry will be worth two $5 gift cards to Watts Restaurant!

Thanks for listening!-Judah

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Looking For New Music? We Got You Covered.

Find yourself struggling to find new tunes? That’s what we’re here for!

It’s Artist Newsday and Game Time Tuesday here on The Afternoon Drive, and we’ve got a lot of new music to cover!

Terrian has a new single from her debut album! “He Sees You” is the latest track from the Memphis, Tennessee songwriter, and we’re loving it here at WNZR!

We’ve already got something to look forward to for the summer! Stars Go Dim has announced their upcoming album ‘Roses” releases July 11! Front man Chris Cleveland spoke about the inspiration behind the album, stating: ” “I’m using roses as imagery around this whole album to signify this idea that God is working in unexpected places. You see roses growing from things you wouldn’t expect to see them grow from. I think so many times in life we feel like we’re living in a wasteland, and we’re missing the fact that we’re actually standing in forests of green, lush life…if we just slow down, if we just take a look around, if we just say, ‘God, how can I meet You here?’ we’d see that God is moving and working all the time. That’s what Roses is about.”

Read the full story HERE

Following 15 years of incredible work, Michael Tait is stepping away from Newsboys. You can check out the full story HERE!

“If you only knew the treasure that you really are
If you could understand the measure of the Father’s heart
He loves you, He loves you, He loves you
Fall in His arms and let Him wash you clean
He’ll tear off the chains so that you can be free
A new life begins and the old is redeemed”

That’s from Jeremy Camp’s “Getting Started”! Congratulations to Jonathan from Mount Vernon for correctly guessing the song! He wins the $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Card!

Thanks for listening! – Judah

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JAM NATION!!! (We’re a bit excited.)

Winter Jam 2025 is just around the corner! The event is coming to Columbus January 25th at the Schottenstein Center, and we couldn’t be more excited!

It’s Artist Newsday and Game Time Tuesday on The Afternoon Drive, so of course we had to talk about Winter Jam!

We couldn’t be more excited for this artist lineup, which features Anne Wilson, Colton Dixon, KB, Micah Tyler and more! You can head to our website for information on how YOU can win passes! https://www.wnzr.fm/winterjam-2025-wnzr

Plus, TobyMac has a new album on the way, as if we needed more of a reason to get excited…

TobyMac Releases ‘God Did It’ From Upcoming Album ‘Heaven On My Mind’

It releases March 7th, and that date can’t come soon enough…

“There’s a river that delivers me to freedom
And the current of His mercy brings restoration
If my wounds could tell one story
Let it be a testimony
That You don’t leave me where I’ve been”

A stumper today! Next week’s “Song Poetry” will be worth two Watts Restaurant Gift Cards!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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Lift Up A Song Of Praise!

We all love music. You’d be hard pressed to find someone who doesn’t. It’s a beautiful thing when music blends incredible with words of truth and worship. And that’s exactly the kind of music we love playing for you right here on WNZR! Today for Praise Thursday on The Afternoon Drive, we decided to take a listen to the stories and inspirations behind songs of praise and worship.

From biblical truths of God unending faithfulness to the strength of a courageous mother, artists like Elevation Worship and Unsung Hero shared the inspirational and touching stories that inspired their work!

Continue praying for the people and city of Los Angeles as they face intense wild fires. Incredible teams, like God’s Pit Crew, are over in California leading the effort to fight the fires, repair damage and bring people to safety. If you would like to support God’s Pit Crew and their efforts, they are a reputable and trustworthy operation that will use your donation to help save lives. You can donate by heading to GodsPitCrew.org or calling (434) 836-4472.

Another stumper today! Next week’s Name That Tune will be worth THREE Watts Restaurant gift cards!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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