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WGGN FM 97.7
FM 97.7 WGGN signed on the air in January 1975, bringing music that glorifies God to our Northcoast area for almost 50 years. FM 97.7 has been playing contemporary Christian music since 1987.
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WJKW FM 95.9
95.9 FM WJKW joined our broadcasting family in 1998, bringing great contemporary Christian music and quality programming to the Hocking Valley. This year celebrates 95.9 FM WJKW's 26th year in Southeast Ohio & Northern West Virginia.
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Hosts
Dave Yost
Dave has been on air with WGGN since 1987, working his way through college at Terra tech in Fremont. He took over the morning show in 1989 and has been your morning man for 35 years on WGGN, as well as on WJKW since it first signed on in 1998. Dave has an electronics degree, but he really prefers his on-air work and programming all your favorite Christian music. He's been married since 1990 to Jennifer, and they have four daughters, Katelyn (25), Emily (23), Abby (21) and Jenna (19). If he's not working, there's only one other logical place to find him...an area golf course, where he has fine tuned his game over the years to a zero handicap. Some of Dave's favorite Christian music artists include Cain and Cochran & Co.
Justin Browning
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Justin originally started working at the ministry as a teenager running camera for television production. In 2004, he started full time and began an on-air shift on WJKW, and eventually added an on-air shift on WGGN as well. Justin has been married to Carrie for 19 years now, and they have three boys, Ethan (16), Brady (13) and Lincoln (4). When he's not on the air, Justin loves traveling. He's visited 46 states so far and looks forward to completing all 50. Justin also enjoys flea marketing, and has an extensive collection of vintage toys. His favorite Christian artists are Maverick City Music, Brandon Lake, NeedtoBreathe and Elevation Worship.
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Jennifer Yost
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Jennifer started with the ministry full time on the air in 1989. After several years as the afternoon drive host, she slowed down to have a family. Now, she keeps busy producing commercials, creating promotions and providing extra help on the air with live broadcasts and Days of Praise events. She even occasionally hosts afternoon drive for Justin so he can do all that traveling. She is married to Dave (yes, the morning show guy) and after successfully graduating for all four daughters from homeschooling, she's now loves to spend time with her first grandchild, Damian. Jennifer enjoys all the music but faves include Phil Wickham and for King & Country.
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Neil Hawkins
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Neil has been with the ministry full time since 2007 when he graduated from Liberty University. Working as a youth minister at Wayside Temple, and as a sales consultant with the ministry, Neil also provides extra help on the air with live broadcasts and Days of Praise events. He has been married to Rachel since 2008, and they have four daughters, Adelyn (11), Cali (8), Ellie (7), Emmie (4) and one son, Judah (3). In his free time, Neil likes to run, having completed 6 half marathons in the last 5 years. He also loves playing guitar and listening to live music, and if you throw in a Dr. Pepper, he'll be a happy man. Neil's favorite Christian music artists are Crowder and NeedtoBreathe.
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Jenna Yost
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It's been over a year now that Jenna Yost has been sharing her talents on the air. The youngest daughter of Dave and Jennifer, she teaches preschool at Firelands Christian Preschool and helps out at radio in a variety of ways, learning the ropes. She loves to meet everyone at live remote broadcasts and interact in that way. Her hobbies include lifting weights and working out, and enjoying time with her friends and family. Jenna loves all types of music, so working Christian radio is a good fit.
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Jeff Ferback & Kevin Michel | FM 97.7 Sales Team
Kevin (left) Jeff (right)
Jeff Ferback and his wife Cheryl have raised a family of four and now enjoy any time they can get with their grandson. Jeff is involved in many church and community activities, but we think his starring role is as our Sales Manager. He truly cares about our clients, and loves to build relationships with people, sharing needs, prayer and an encouraging spirit. Jeff collects baseball cards, and likes to spend time with his family.
Kevin Michel and his wife Jen have been married for over 25 years. They raised 2 boys and give God the glory that both men are now serving the Lord. Kevin has been an Ad Consultant for FM 97.7 for over 25 years. In his spare time, he likes to garden, golf and tinker with remodeling his house. He also makes Bible study a priority, studies cultural issues and the weather. Kevin's favorite music is by The Waiting, Britt Nicole and DC Talk. Some of Jen's favorite music is by Matt Maher and Casting Crowns. Together, Kevin and Jen are looking forward to a possible soon coming of our Lord and Savior,
Jesus Christ.
Kevin Michel and his wife Jen have been married for over 25 years. They raised 2 boys and give God the glory that both men are now serving the Lord. Kevin has been an Ad Consultant for FM 97.7 for over 25 years. In his spare time, he likes to garden, golf and tinker with remodeling his house. He also makes Bible study a priority, studies cultural issues and the weather. Kevin's favorite music is by The Waiting, Britt Nicole and DC Talk. Some of Jen's favorite music is by Matt Maher and Casting Crowns. Together, Kevin and Jen are looking forward to a possible soon coming of our Lord and Savior,
Jesus Christ.
Pastor Rusty Yost
Rusty Yost wears many hats around the ministry, but to most everyone, he's Pastor Rusty. Rusty and his wife Deb enjoy spending time with their 12 grand kids, and Rusty also squeezes in a little fishing and golf when he can find the time. But as a pastor, station manager, and more, finding time for leisure activities is difficult. Find out more about his ministry and sign up for his blog at pastorrusty.com
