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A Conversation with Mayor Matt Starr and Who am I? Trivia!

Hi,

Today on the show we talked to Mayor Matt Starr about the employee appreciation luncheon. We also gave an updated total for Lifeline 2024. Our total is now $81,349! We cannot thank you enough for your generosity and continued support of our radio ministry! It is truly unbelievable. And of course we had our weekly Who am I? trivia question where one lucky person had a chance to win a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Here is the link to our conversation with Mayor Matt Starr:

Here is a list of the award recipients:

Five Year Awards:

Caleb Haught

Paige Sims

James Coffey

Joshua Beougher

Kelly Latham

Jack Boyd

Randy Pursel

Brandon May

Kevin McGarvey

Karen Pritchard

Ten Year Awards:

Derek Looker

Michael Crawford

Fifteen Year Awards:

David Hall

Robert Broeren

Twenty-Five Year Awards:

Lee Henthorn

Terry Postle

Bret Bennett

Thomas Evans

Judicial Employee of the Year:

Ellie Cline

City Hall Employee of the Year:
Patty McCann

Emergency Services Employee of the Year:

Qade Lewis

Public Utilities Employee of the Year:

Josh Beltz

Public Works Employee of the Year:

John Alberts

‘Rockstar Rookie’ of the Year

Ben Beever

Best Mentor’ – Always leading by example.

Chad Elser

‘Old Faithful’ – Consistently dependable, always volunteering and/or taking on new initiatives.

Terry Postle

‘Chief Fun Officer’ (CFO) – Always bringing the fun, sun, and smiles!

Jay Laymon

‘Social Butterfly’ – Excels at networking and building a positive culture.

Lindsay Hoar

‘Risk Mitigation Maestro’ – Excels at identifying and reducing risks.

Joshua Lester

‘Master of Disaster’ – Handles emergencies and crises with exceptional safety measures.

Coty Shellenbarger

Following is a list of the Workforce Development Committee:

Mayor, Matthew Starr

Andrew Burns

Lindsay Hoar

Kristi Goldner

Trisha Mullins

Ellie Cline

Tom Hinkle

Patrick Hornsby

Lisa Mazza

Denise Neff

Congratulations to all of them!

  • I was born on April 10th, 1936, in Austin, Minnesota.
  • My father was an auto mechanic.
  • I played two seasons of football for Cal Poly where I played both offense and defense.
  • I spent 10 years with the Oakland Raiders as their head coach where I won one Super Bowl in 1976.
  • I became a legendary sports broadcaster after my coaching career was over and spent 29 years doing color commentary with multiple TV networks.
  • I died on December 28th, 2021, in Pleasanton, California at the age of 85.

….I am John Madden

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

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

New Records to Release!

Today, Mike and Abby shared news about new and upcoming albums in the Christian Music Industry!

Mike shared about We Are Messengers’ new album titled “Where the Joy Is”, which includes radio single “God be the Glory” as well as collaborations with Blanca and Ben Fuller. You can read more about the album HERE!

Abby shared about Crowder’s upcoming album “The Exile”, which is coming out on May 31st! The latest track “— [DASH]” features TobyMac and a powerful message. You can read more about this project HERE!

All my life, I’ve been told I belong at the end of the line

With all the other not-quites, with all the never-get-it-rights

But it turns out they’re the ones You were lookin’ for all this time

And the tune is… Casting Crowns– Nobody (featuring Matthew West)! Shout out to Andrew for getting this one! He wins a $5 gift card to Watt’s Restaurant in Utica.

Thanks for listening!

-Mike and Abby

The one who holds the stars!

Monday Motivation today? Well, this one’s easy as we witness a solar eclipse. Watch this one from Skillet and know that YOU ARE LOVED today!

If You can hold the stars in place
You can hold my heart the same
Whenever I fall away
Whenever I start to break
So here I am, lifting up my heart
To the one who holds the stars

The deepest depths, the darkest nights
Can’t separate, can’t keep me from Your sight
I get so lost, forget my way
But still You love and You don’t forget my name

Name a popular bird found in a zoo.

  1. Parrot (26)
  2. Flamingo (24)
  3. Peacock (22)
  4. Ostrich (17)
  5. Emu (11)

Congratulations to Brady from Mount Vernon who guessed the top two answers and wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

NZ Top 10 for 4/5/24

Praise the Lord it’s Friday! Here are our top ten songs this week:

10. Consumed by Fire – Walk with Jesus
9. Rend Collective – Hallelujah Anyway
8. Jeremy Canp – These Days
7. Housefires & JWLKRS Worship – I Thank God
6. Crowder – Grave Robber
5. Anne Wilson – Strong
4. Phil Wickham – I Believe
3. Patrick Mayberry – Lead on Good Shepherd
2. TobyMac – Faithfully (spent 8 weeks at #1)
1. Seph Schlueter – Counting My Blessings (1st week at #1)

New Music Friday adds this week:

Caleb & John f/CAIN – Somebody Like Me

Terrian – Honestly, We Just Need Jesus

Thanks for listening!
– Mike and Joe

Who Knew Wednesday Featuring Nichole Lybarger Knox Public Health Relations Coordinator!

Hi,

Today on the show I talked to Nichole Lybarger who is the Knox Public Health Relations Coordinator. She shares all about Public Health and how you can get involved! We also gave an updated total for Lifeline 2024! Our total is now $80,029! We are so thankful for your generosity! We are blown away at the support that you have given us throughout the years. We are so excited to continue to bring you encouraging music and the encouragement that you deserve.

Here is the link to my conversation with Nichole Lybarger of Knox Public Health:

  • I was born on April 8th, 1940, in Martins Ferry, Ohio.
  • My parents ran a general store in the town that I grew up in.
  • I was a three-sport athlete at Bridgeport High School in Bridgeport, Ohio
  • I played college basketball at The Ohio State University where I played with several NBA greats. I am also a part of the only National Championship won by OSU in 1960.
  • I played for the Boston Celtics where I won eight championships.
  • I died on April 25th, 2019, in Jupiter, Florida, at the age of 79.

….I am John Havlicek

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

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

Overflowing with gratitude

He is Risen! I Believe It!

Thank you sometimes doesn’t seem enough. We are just blown away again by your faithful giving to Lifeline 2024! We are over $78,000 now! To God be the Glory!

Your partnership means everything to us and we are committed to keep being a place you can call ‘home.’ A place where you can rest and be inspired with the music and programs on WNZR.

Today’s Monday Motivation songs are from our friends Phil Wickham and Brandon Lake:

Name something you might find in a desk drawer.

  1. Pens (29)
  2. Paperclips (24)
  3. Tape (19)
  4. Staples (17)
  5. Sticky notes (11)

Congratulations to April from Mount Gilead, who had the top two guesses and wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

NZ Top 10 for 3/22/24

Praise the Lord it’s Friday! Here are our top ten songs this week:

10. Cody Carnes – Firm Foundation (He Won’t)
9. CAIN – Any More
8. Crowder – Grave Robber
7. Rend Collective – Hallelujah Anyway
6. Housefires & JWLKRS Worship – I Thank God
5. Anne Wilson – Strong
4. Patrick Mayberry – Lead on Good Shepherd
3. Seph Schlueter – Counting My Blessings
2. Phil Wickham – I Believe
1. TobyMac – Faithfully (7th week at #1)

New Music Friday adds this week:

for King & Country – Unsung Hero

Lauren Daigle – Be Okay

Thanks for listening!
– Dylan and Joe

Lifeline 2024 and National Ravioli Day!

Hi,

Today on the show I talked about how Lifeline 2024 is happening next week! I also mentioned how you have a chance to win two tickets to see Lauren Daigle at the Ohio State Fair on July 29th! Listen in TOMORROW on The Morning Thing at 7:30 am and 8:30 am for a chance to win two tickets to see Lauren Daigle at the Ohio State Fair on July 29th! Also, today is National Ravioli Day, so I talked a little bit about that as well. And of course one person had a chance to win a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant if they could guess our Who am I? Trivia question.

Here is the link to our website wnzr.fm. You can find out more information about Lifeline 2024 there.

Did you know that 87% of Americans like ravioli? I had no idea. That is very fascinating. To learn more fun facts about National Ravioli Day, click the link HERE. This is a great website to find out what national holidays are today.

  • I was born on March 20th, 1928, in Latrobe, Pennsylvania.
  • I was one of two children.
  • I earned my bachelor’s degree in music from Rollins College in 1951.
  • I also earned a bachelor’s degree from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in divinity in 1962. I became a Presbyterian minister a year later in 1963.
  • I began my television career on NBC in New York, before returning to Pittsburgh to work for children’s programming at NET (later became PBS).
  • I had this famous children’s tv show on PBS that ran from 1968 to 2001.
  • I died on February 27th, 2003, in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania at the age of 74.

…I am Fred Rogers (AKA Mister Rogers)

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

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

Lauren Daigle returns to Ohio!

Today for Artist News Day we shared exciting things going on in the Christian music industry!

First, Lauren Daigle has been announced for the Ohio State Fair this Summer! The show will be July 29th at 7pm. The Morning Thing will be giving away tickets this week to the Fair Concert! You can find more information HERE!

Mike also talked about Jeremy Camp and his recent heart surgery. The surgery was successful, and he is now at home recovering. Camp underwent surgery March 11 to treat atrial fibrillation (AFib), a condition where the heart rhythm becomes irregular and often rapidly beats, leading to symptoms like difficulty in breathing and reduced ability to function normally. In fact, the surgery went so well that he will be back on tour next week!

Newsboys also have some exciting news! Click here to learn more from our friends at JesusFreakHideout.com.

Go tell the world about me
I was dead but now I live
I’ve gotta go now for a little while
But goodbye is not the end

Congratulations to Linda from Utica, who correctly guessed CAIN with ‘The Commission.’ She wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant, also in Utica!

Congratulations to Cynthia for being the first caller and winning a pair of WinterJam passes to the Cincinnati show taking place on March 24!

Thanks for listening!
– Joe, Abby and Mike

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