On the Mark from Newsradio 1070 WKOK

Mark Lawrence and Ben Reichley host a busy show with the focus on the coronavirus and our response. We discuss his authority to partially shut down businesses, and the GOP pushback against that closure. Sam Pearson, Director, Lewisburg Neighborhoods, called in and talked about the role citizens can play in keeping us all safe and observing social distancing. US Congressman Dan Meuser called in and talked about his actions and the US response.

Due to the Coronavirus, we are cooking and eating more at home. In this episode, we’ll share important tips on food storage as well as how to decipher dates on food labels. More than 90% of consumers say they’ve tossed something in the trash that may have still been good because of the date printed on the package. Here are some of our favorite recipes using pantry staples: One-Pot Mac and Cheese: https://bit.ly/390bT0k Skillet Chili Mac: https://bit.ly/2WoDeXt No-Bake Energy Bites: https://bit.ly/2IYVoqY Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas: https://bit.ly/2xaK3kE Banana “Ice Cream”: https://bit.ly/2WrhkTh Peanut Butter, Oat & Banana Smoothie: https://bit.ly/2UkKNvK Southwest Black Bean and

Emily Mrusko, Assistant Director, Union-Snyder Community Action Agency, on how they are helping the community now, the ongoing food banks, 2-1-1 work, assistance for ALICE families available and other related topics.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan enjoy an open phones argument, discussing the President's response to coronavirus, then we host US Congressman Fred Keller (R-12th, Kreamer, Pa.) on the US response to the disease. He discusses his actions sampling opinions and all of the many, many unknowns about our response and funding bills in Washington.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan enjoy an open phones argument, discussing the President’s response to coronavirus, then we host US Congressman Fred Keller (R-12th, Kreamer, Pa.) on the US response to the disease. He discusses his actions sampling opinions and all of the many, many unknowns about our response and funding bills in Washington.

Lynda Schlegel Culver (R-108th, Sunbury), on the state response to coronavirus, how her office and staff are retooling for new tasks and challenges, and her advice for her constituents.

Joanne Troutman, President and CEO, Greater Susquehanna Valley United Way, on a massive, people and family serving response to the coronavirus and the immobilization of human service agencies and offices. We’ll discuss a new fund to help families on the margin, the 2-1-1 clearing house for help, and a broad plan to serve all of the Valley’s residents in need. Dozens of agencies and organizations will be part of this effort.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan host Mifflinburg Mayor David Cooney talking about the borough's actions during the coronavirus crisis. He talked about restricts on offices and staffing, and what activities and actions were still going on. Then Snyder County Commissioner Chairman Joe Kantz called in and discussed new restrictions on visitation at the Snyder County Courthouse.

Then during open phones, we discuss the Governor's actions, the President's actions and Rep. David Rowe's remark yesterday.  Mayor McGranaghan also outlined Shamokin Dam's response and what a state of emergency entails.  Many emails and calls, texts and Tweets followed.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan host Mifflinburg Mayor David Cooney talking about the borough’s actions during the coronavirus crisis. He talked about restricts on offices and staffing, and what activities and actions were still going on. Then Snyder County Commissioner Chairman Joe Kantz called in and discussed new restrictions on visitation at the Snyder County Courthouse. Then during open phones, we discuss the Governor’s actions, the President’s actions and Rep. David Rowe’s remark yesterday.  Mayor McGranaghan also outlined Shamokin Dam’s response and what a state of emergency entails.  Many emails and calls, texts and Tweets followed.

Chris Reis, Sunbury City Council member, State Farm agent, active community volunteer and advocate, on the city’s plans and actions in light of the coronavirus, other projects and his work in the city, their successful ‘hop,’ SRI work, and other topics.