Morning Show Notes - Friday, September 23rd


-Matt Papa, the artist behind "Open Hands" joined us this morning. He's in concert tonight for free at 9:30 at the 5th Quarter event at the Edgefield Town Warehouses. Listen to the conversation: Part 1 Part 2 Part 3

-The sky is falling...literally! Read the latest on NASA's uncontrollable satellite. Now, they're saying it could land in the United States.

-If you're looking for a bargain on clothes for kids and teens, check out the Pass It On Kidsignment Sale going on today and tomorrow at Aiken's First Baptist Church.

-Bob Waliszewski, our movie guy from Focus on the Family, gave the movie Dolphin Tale a perfect score for family-friendliness. He says it is a movie worth seeing. Moneyball, however, received a 3 out of 5 and you can read the full review at http://www.pluggedin.com/.

-Coming up Monday: Listen to win a pair of tickets to see the movie Courageous and a movie t-shirt with the Monday Morning Mindbender at 6:10 and the Cheapie of the Week at 7:40.

Morning Show Notes - Thursday, September 22nd


-Bridgestone announced yesterday that it is expanding the tire plant in Graniteville and building a new one to manufacture off-road tires. This means 850 new jobs coming to Aiken County over the next several years. Read more

-A new USA Today poll finds that 80% of Americans believe our nation is in a recession and 60% predict the economy will be the same or worse one year from now. In light of all the pessimism, what are you doing to stay positive in a negative economy? Join the conversation on the 88.3 WAFJ Facebook page

-Go behind the scenes of the the movie Courageous tomorrow night at 8:00 with a special one-hour show on GMC, formerly the Gospel Music Channel. Dish Network subscribers can now see it on Channel 188.

-Over 3,300 athletes will be competing in the Ironman Half-Triathlon in Downtown Augusta this Sunday. The course includes a 1.2 mile swim across the Savannah River, a a 56 mile bike ride and a 13.1 mile run. Spectators are welcomed and parking should be easier thanks to the new deck across from the Augusta Marriott on Reynolds Street.

-Brian Tucker from the North Augusta Chamber of Commerce joined us this morning to talk about the Dave Ramsey EntreLeadership Simulcast on September 30th at the Kroc Center. Listen to the conversation: Part 1 Part 2

-Coming up Friday: At 7:10, Bob Waliszewski from Focus on the Family's Plugged In Movie Review has the family-friendly perspective on Dolphin Tale, opening this weekend. Matt Papa, the artist behind "Open Hands," will be on at 7:40. He's in concert tomorrow night at 9:30 at the Edgefield Town Warehouses.

Morning Show Notes - Wednesday, September 21st


-Toys R Us has announced this year's Holiday Hot Toy List. The toys expected to be most popular include a one-man band Elmo, an iPad-like device for kids and remote-controlled flying fish. These are the toys that today's kids will remember as part of their childhood. This morning, we talked about the most memorable toy from your childhood. Join the conversation on the 88.3 WAFJ Facebook page.

-Debbie Nicks of Augusta told us about her quick and easy Chicken Pot Pie in Simple Cooking with John and Cleve this morning. You'll find the recipe in the post below this one.

-Patrick Davis, a senior at Augusta State University, joined us this morning to talk about the school's attempt to break a Guinness World's Record for car washes. They'll be offering free car washes this Saturday from 10 to 6 at Gerald Jones Honda, Milton Ruben Superstore and Sunbelt Nissan. Listen to the conversation: Part 1 Part 2

-Coming up Thursday: Brian Tucker from the North Augusta Chamber of Commerce will join us at 8:10 to talk about the Dave Ramsey EntreLeadership Simulcast they're sponsoring on September 30 at the Kroc Center.

Simple Cooking - Chicken Pot Pie


1 can of Veg-All drained
1 can of Cream of Chicken soup
1 can of Cream of Mushroom soup (you can substitute Cream of Celery if you don't like mushrooms)
2 medium size chicken breast boiled, deboned, and chopped (I use left over turkey from Thanksgiving too) or 1 large can cooked chicken breast.
1 package Pillsbury Allready Made Pie Crust.
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Mix the Veg-All, soups, and chicken in a large bowl. Add cheese and salt and pepper to taste. Place one pie crust in the bottom of a pie pan. Pour filling into crust and top with the 2nd crust. Flute edges and make a few slits in the top crust for ventilation. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes (until golden brown). Let sit for about 15 minutes before serving.

Submitted by Debbie Nicks of Augusta. If you have a quick and easy recipe to share, please send it to john@wafj.com. You'll get a thank-you gift if we use your recipe.

Morning Show Notes - Tuesday, September 20th


-After 42 years of business, Wendy's introduced a thicker, juicer hamburger yesterday in hopes of heating up the competition. This morning, we talked about where you find the best burger. Join the conversation on the 88.3 WAFJ Facebook page.

-Fancy Norman of Grovetown was inducted into Cleve's Coffee Club this morning. If you'd like to join her, click here to sign up to be considered.

-Google has a hand in many different things, so why not your wallet? Read more

-Sheila Walsh is the featured speaker at the Women of Faith One-Day Event on Saturday, October 8th at Trinity on the Hill UMC in Augusta. She joined us this morning to talk about the shelter of God's promises. Listen: Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5 Part 6

-Coming up Wednesday: Patrick Davis, a senior at Augusta State University, joins us at 7:40 to talk about his school's attempt to break a world's record with car washes this Saturday. At 8:10, Debbie Nicks of Augusta gives a quick and easy recipe for Chicken Pot Pie in Simple Cooking with John and Cleve.

Morning Show Notes - Monday, September 19th


-Monday Morning Mindbender
Q: A survery says this is the most annoying bad habit anyone could have. What is it?
A: Cracking your knuckles

-Today is National Gratitude Day, a perfect opportunity to thank someone who needs to hear it. You can do it publicly by joining the conversation on the 88.3 WAFJ Facebook page.

-Paula Myers of Evans correctly guessed that the Cheapie of the Week is Ragu Spaghetti Sauce. Bi-Lo has it on sale through Tuesday (9/20) for $1.49 a jar. Load the $.50 electronic coupon at http://www.bi-lo.com/ to your Bi-Lo Bonus Card. You'll need to login to your bi-lo.com account or create one to get the coupon. With the coupon, you get the sauce for $.99 plus tax.

-Netflix increased it's prices and drove away customers and now there's another change on the horizon. Read more

-Coming up Tuesday: There's something fancy about this week's Coffee Club induction at 6:50 AM. Sheila Walsh, the featured speaker at the upcoming Women of Faith One-Day Event, will join us at 7:10 and 8:40 AM.