The WMRN Archives

This episode presents a preserved WMRN News promotional announcement titled “Way On Down,” voiced by Terry Cole.

The promo highlights the station’s weather coverage and reflects how WMRN communicated approaching weather systems and changing conditions to listeners in Marion, Ohio and the surrounding communities. The phrasing suggests movement and developing weather patterns, reinforcing the station’s role in tracking conditions as they advanced across the region.

The original production and airdate of this recording are currently unknown. Based on voice and production style, the piece is believed to have aired on WMRN-AM and/or WMRN-FM during the modern broadcast era. Research is ongoing to further document its placement within the station’s historical timeline.

This recording is presented as part of the WMRN Radio History Archive. Audio quality, production style, pacing, and language reflect the era in which the piece was originally produced and are preserved intentionally as part of the historical record.

Whenever possible, archival recordings are presented with dates, attribution, and contextual documentation. In some cases, details may be incomplete or subject to continued research.


The WMRN Radio History Archive preserves and shares the broadcast legacy of WMRN Radio and its role in the Marion, Ohio community.

Audio quality, production style, and language may vary depending on the time of original broadcast. These characteristics are preserved intentionally as part of the historical record.

For more information about the archive, visit wmrnhistory.com.

This episode presents a preserved WMRN News promotional announcement titled “No Winter Wonderland,” voiced by Terry Cole.

The promo highlights the station’s winter weather coverage and reflects how WMRN framed snow and seasonal conditions for listeners in Marion, Ohio and the surrounding communities. While winter weather can be picturesque, the piece underscores the practical realities of travel conditions, school delays, and community impact.

The original production and airdate of this recording are currently unknown. Based on voice and production style, the promo is believed to have aired on WMRN-AM and/or WMRN-FM during the modern broadcast era. Research is ongoing to further document its placement within the station’s historical timeline.

This recording is presented as part of the WMRN Radio History Archive. Audio quality, production style, pacing, and language reflect the era in which the piece was originally produced and are preserved intentionally as part of the historical record.

Whenever possible, archival recordings are presented with dates, attribution, and contextual documentation. In some cases, details may be incomplete or subject to continued research.


The WMRN Radio History Archive preserves and shares the broadcast legacy of WMRN Radio and its role in the Marion, Ohio community.

Audio quality, production style, and language may vary depending on the time of original broadcast. These characteristics are preserved intentionally as part of the historical record.

For more information about the archive, visit wmrnhistory.com.

This episode presents a preserved WMRN News promotional announcement highlighting the station’s winter weather coverage, voiced by Terry Cole.

The promo reflects WMRN’s role in providing timely and dependable winter storm information to Marion, Ohio and the surrounding communities. Emphasizing preparation, awareness, and community impact, the piece reinforces the station’s identity as a trusted source during periods of snow, ice, and hazardous travel conditions.

The original production and airdate of this recording are currently unknown. Based on voice and production style, the promo is believed to have aired on WMRN-AM and/or WMRN-FM during the modern broadcast era. Research is ongoing to further document its placement within the station’s historical timeline.

This recording is presented as part of the WMRN Radio History Archive. Audio quality, production style, pacing, and language reflect the era in which the piece was originally produced and are preserved intentionally as part of the historical record.

Whenever possible, archival recordings are presented with dates, attribution, and contextual documentation. In some cases, details may be incomplete or subject to continued research.


The WMRN Radio History Archive preserves and shares the broadcast legacy of WMRN Radio and its role in the Marion, Ohio community.

Audio quality, production style, and language may vary depending on the time of original broadcast. These characteristics are preserved intentionally as part of the historical record.

For more information about the archive, visit wmrnhistory.com.

This episode presents a preserved WMRN News promotional announcement highlighting the station’s severe weather and tornado coverage, voiced by Terry Cole.

The piece reflects WMRN’s role as a primary source of urgent weather information for Marion, Ohio and surrounding communities. Emphasizing responsiveness, immediacy, and on-the-ground reporting, the promo reinforces the station’s identity as a trusted resource during periods of severe weather and potential public danger.

While the original production and airdate of this recording are currently unknown, the promo illustrates how local radio positioned itself as an essential service during emergency conditions. Research is ongoing to further document its placement within the station’s historical timeline.

This recording is presented as part of the WMRN Radio History Archive. Audio quality, production style, pacing, and language reflect the era in which the piece was originally produced and are preserved intentionally as part of the historical record.

Whenever possible, archival recordings are presented with dates, attribution, and contextual documentation. In some cases, details may be incomplete or subject to continued research.


The WMRN Radio History Archive preserves and shares the broadcast legacy of WMRN Radio and its role in the Marion, Ohio community.

Audio quality, production style, and language may vary depending on the time of original broadcast. These characteristics are preserved intentionally as part of the historical record.

For more information about the archive, visit wmrnhistory.com.

This episode presents a preserved WMRN News promotional announcement titled “We’re There,” voiced by WMRN News Director, Terry Cole and Scott Gurfen.

The promo reinforces WMRN’s longstanding identity as a present and responsive local news source serving Marion, Ohio and the surrounding communities.

Emphasizing immediacy and commitment, the piece reflects the station’s positioning as being on the scene, in the moment, and connected to the community it served.

The original production and airdate of this recording are currently unknown. Based on voice and production style, the piece is believed to have aired on WMRN-AM and/or WMRN-FM during the modern broadcast era. Research is ongoing to further document its historical placement within the station timeline.

This recording is presented as part of the WMRN Radio History Archive. Audio quality, production style, pacing, and language reflect the era in which the promo was originally produced and are preserved intentionally as part of the historical record.

Whenever possible, archival recordings are presented with dates, attribution, and contextual documentation. In some cases, details may be incomplete or subject to continued research.

The WMRN Radio History Archive preserves and shares the broadcast legacy of WMRN Radio and its role in the Marion, Ohio community.

Audio quality, production style, and language may vary depending on the time of original broadcast. These characteristics are preserved intentionally as part of the historical record.

For more information about the archive, visit wmrnhistory.com.

This episode presents a preserved WMRN promotional announcement highlighting the station’s election coverage, voiced by Terry Cole.

The promo reflects WMRN’s role in delivering local and regional election reporting to the Marion, Ohio community. Emphasizing public service, timeliness, and trusted information, the piece reinforces the station’s identity as a primary source for election results and civic updates.

The original production and airdate of this recording are currently unknown. Based on voice, production style, and formatting, the promo is believed to have aired on WMRN-AM and/or WMRN-FM during the modern broadcast era. Research is ongoing to further document its placement within the station’s historical timeline.

This recording is presented as part of the WMRN Radio History Archive. Audio quality, production style, pacing, and language reflect the era in which the piece was originally produced and are preserved intentionally as part of the historical record.

Whenever possible, archival recordings are presented with dates, attribution, and contextual documentation. In some cases, details may be incomplete or subject to further research.

The WMRN Radio History Archive preserves and shares the broadcast legacy of WMRN Radio and its role in the Marion, Ohio community.

Audio quality, production style, and language may vary depending on the time of original broadcast. These characteristics are preserved intentionally as part of the historical record.

For more information about the archive, visit wmrnhistory.com.

This episode presents a preserved WMRN News promotional announcement voiced by Terry Cole.

Titled “This Is NOT News to Marion County,” the piece reflects WMRN’s long-standing identity as a trusted local news source serving Marion and the surrounding communities. The promo emphasizes familiarity, immediacy, and the station’s commitment to delivering information that matters locally.

The original production and airdate of this recording are currently unknown. Based on production style and format, the piece is believed to have aired on WMRN-AM and/or WMRN-FM during the modern broadcast era. Research is ongoing to further document its placement within the station’s broadcast history.

This recording is presented as part of the WMRN Radio History Archive. Audio quality, production style, pacing, and language reflect the era in which the promo was originally produced and are preserved intentionally as part of the historical record.

Whenever possible, archival materials are accompanied by dates and contextual documentation. In cases where exact information is unavailable, recordings are presented with the most accurate attribution currently known.

The WMRN Radio History Archive preserves and shares the broadcast legacy of WMRN Radio and its role in the Marion, Ohio community.

Audio quality, production style, and language may vary depending on the time of original broadcast. These characteristics are preserved intentionally as part of the historical record.

For more information about the archive, visit wmrnhistory.com.

This episode continues a historic WMRN-FM recording from December 25, 1973, preserving additional Christmas Day programming as it aired to listeners in the Marion, Ohio community.

Part 2 completes the original broadcast preserved from tape and further reflects the character of early 1970s FM radio. The recording includes seasonal programming elements, music selections, station identification, and on-air presentation consistent with the era.

Together with Part 1, this broadcast provides an extended historical record of WMRN-FM’s holiday programming and offers insight into local radio operations during a formative period in FM broadcasting.

This recording is presented as part of the WMRN Radio History Archive. Audio quality, production style, pacing, and language reflect the era in which the broadcast originally aired and are preserved intentionally as part of the historical record.

Whenever possible, archival recordings are presented with dates, attribution, and historical context. In some cases, details may be incomplete or subject to further research.

The WMRN Radio History Archive preserves and shares the broadcast legacy of WMRN Radio and its role in the Marion, Ohio community.

Audio quality, production style, and language may vary depending on the time of original broadcast. These characteristics are preserved intentionally as part of the historical record.

For more information about the archive, visit wmrnhistory.com.

This episode features a historic WMRN-FM recording from December 25, 1973, capturing Christmas Day programming as it aired to listeners in the Marion, Ohio community.

The broadcast reflects the sound and style of early 1970s FM radio, including music programming, on-air presentation, station identification, and seasonal messaging typical of the era. As a full-length preservation, the recording offers a detailed snapshot of local broadcasting during a holiday observed by families throughout the region.

This episode presents Part 1 of the original Christmas Day broadcast as preserved from tape. The recording provides insight into WMRN-FM’s programming approach, tone, and technical presentation during a period of continued growth in FM radio listenership.

This recording is presented as part of the WMRN Radio History Archive. Audio quality, production style, pacing, and language reflect the era in which the broadcast originally aired and are preserved intentionally as part of the historical record.

Whenever possible, archival recordings are presented with dates, attribution, and historical context. In some cases, details may be incomplete or subject to further research.

The WMRN Radio History Archive preserves and shares the broadcast legacy of WMRN Radio and its role in the Marion, Ohio community.

Audio quality, production style, and language may vary depending on the time of original broadcast. These characteristics are preserved intentionally as part of the historical record.

For more information about the archive, visit wmrnhistory.com.

This episode features a historic WMRN Radio recording from December 23, 1960, marking the station’s twentieth anniversary of broadcasting.

In this address, Robert T. Mason reflects on the founding of WMRN on December 23, 1940, and the station’s growth over two decades of service to the Marion, Ohio community. The speech outlines WMRN’s commitment to public service, local news, education, sports coverage, music programming, and regional expansion, including the addition of FM broadcasting and increased transmission capabilities.

The address serves as a rededication of the station’s mission as it entered its twenty-first year of broadcasting. It offers insight into the philosophy, priorities, and identity of WMRN during a formative period in local radio history.

This recording is presented as part of the WMRN Radio History Archive. Audio quality, production style, pacing, and language reflect the era in which the broadcast was originally aired and are preserved intentionally as part of the historical record.

Whenever possible, archival recordings are presented with dates, attribution, and historical context. In some cases, details may be incomplete or subject to further research.

The WMRN Radio History Archive preserves and shares the broadcast legacy of WMRN Radio and its role in the Marion, Ohio community.

Audio quality, production style, and language may vary depending on the time of original broadcast. These characteristics are preserved intentionally as part of the historical record.

For more information about the archive, visit wmrnhistory.com.