Radio Recap (Thursday 03/16/20)

Bible Trivia Question:
Jesus told a parable about this lost animal.
A. Sheep
B. Goat
C. Pig
D. Donkey



In The News:

- Seeking information on the Coronavirus. It's found in the Featured section on the front page.

- First day of Spring

- Artists are trying to find ways to cope with the COVID-19 situation. With their events canceled, they are encouraging fans to tune in to special live-streaming concerts! These will be taking place this weekend, many through facebook live. Will you be turning off your radio to watch?

- FDA says no Food Shortage. U.S. Food and Drug Administration officials assured the American public Wednesday that the food supply will remain safe and uninterrupted during the coronavirus pandemic. An FDA spokesman said, “We … must continue to reassure and remind the American people that there is no need to hoard food, that they should only buy what they need for their families for a week or so.” … The Federal Emergency Management Agency will work to ensure food still can be adequately moved across the country.

- Dread April 15th? April 15 is not the most dreaded day of the year. That’s according to a survey of 1,000 people, which finds more people — 33 percent — dread visiting the dentist or doctor more than tax day. Only 15 percent said they hated April 15.

- Street racing. Two Florida men were arrested after starting a street race — right in front of a police officer. The drivers reached speeds of 75 mph before the officers stopped them.

- door to door testing? Police in Bowie, Maryland, said a man showed up to at least two homes Tuesday claiming to be testing for the coronavirus. The man is described as in his late 20s to early 30s, wearing an orange vest over a black hoodie and a blue surgical mask on his face. At one home the man said he was inspecting for COVID-19. The person who answered the door did not let the man inside.

- National Let’s Laugh Day on March 19th reminds us to add a little humor to our day. It’s never good to be serious all the time and letting the laughter bubble up from time to time is good for all of us!

- New Oxford COVID-19 test. A rapid test for coronavirus which could give a result in just 30 minutes for people at home has been developed by Oxford University. The super sensitive test, which can picks up the virus in its very early stages when it might otherwise have been missed, could be rolled out to testing centers within two weeks and could soon be available for home use. … Previous viral tests took 1½ to 2 hours to give a result slowing down the ability to respond quickly to the crisis.

- So Hallmark says they will be airing Christmas movies for more "feel good" moments during this crisis. Will YOU be watching? This sort of goes along with what I've seen about people displaying Christmas lights again in neighborhoods to show hope.



Fun Fact:
President Thomas Jefferson was the first president to greet guests to the White House by shaking hands. The first two presidents, Washington and Adams, would bow. #funfact





Matt's Musing:
Finally, my winter fat is gone, now all I have are spring rolls... #musing




Matt's Pick Song:
“In My Robe Of White” by Gold City




Bible Trivia Answer:
A. Sheep (Luke 15:3)