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WGRC ANNOUNCERS     [top]

Larry Weidman, Founder and General Manager

Larry's vision for a contemporary Christian radio station in Central Pennsylvania grew out of his interest in radio as a young person and coming to understand how radio is an effective tool in communicating the Christian way of life. Larry is married to Janet who is the co-founder of WGRC, and they are the parents of three, and grandparents of four. Larry and Janet live in Lewisburg. Larry, in addition to being the general manager, hosts the morning show and is the primary host of the award-winning WGRC talk-show, "The Matter At Hand". Larry brings a unique perspective to radio having been raised on a dairy farm near Millville and spending fourteen years in the dairy and food processing industry. Larry's radio career began in 1966 at WPGM in Danville. He is a 1976 graduate of the University of South Carolina and worked as a news and public affairs director at WMHK in Columbia, South Carolina for four years, before returning to Central PA in 1980.
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Don Casteline, Operations Manager/Sports Director

As an avid sports fan, Don's childhood dream was to become the next Baltimore sports play-by-play announcer. He's still waiting on that one...

Don graduated from Messiah College (Grantham, PA) with a Radio/TV/Film degree spending two years at their satellite campus at Temple University in Philadelphia). There, at WRTI, Don did play-by-play for women's basketball, covered pro sports, news, etc. He later got his professional start selling commercial air-time while doing some part-time announcing work in Central PA. Don started full-time doing news/sports with WGRC in March of 1998.  Today Don joins Larry in managing the day to day operations of WGRC. Don and his wife, Lora, adopted two children in March of 2000. Interests include bike riding, softball and basketball.
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Bruce Matthews, Afternoon Music Host / Promotions

Bruce was born and raised in Connecticut, just outside of Danbury in the western part of the state. His mom and brothers are still a part of that community. His older sister Sherry is living in the Hilton Head, SC area. Bruce became a follower of Christ in 1987 and became actively involved in his church working with the youth and sound ministries. Later on, he worked with Camfel Productions out of California, touring the country presenting motivational media school assemblies that they produce. Bruce's radio career began in 1987 at a Christian radio station in Eastern Washington State. From there, he served at other radio stations around the U.S. in states that include Arizona, Connecticut, and Ohio before landing at WGRC in October of 2007. Bruce enjoys all kinds of Christian music, photography and some sports. He also has a calling to reach our youth with the message of truth and life that our Savior Jesus offers each one of us. Bruce is delighted to be a part of WGRC and the Central Pennsylvania community.
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Kristine McClain, Announcer  (Weekdays from 9am-11am)

After spending her entire childhood playing with a tape recorder and "announcing" songs off her parents' records, Kristine pursued a degree in English/writing from Messiah College, figuring that "real people didn't do radio".  Thankfully, God had other plans!  After getting her start at Messiah's WVMM on the news & sports staff, Kristine spent over 14 years with the Word FM network in eastern Pennsylvania, working as Program Director, Music Director and afternoon announcer.  Today, she's excited for the opportunity to be a part of WGRC!  Off the mic, Kristine enjoys coaching softball (girls' high school and mens' church league), hanging out with the best cats in the world (Peanut & Moose), watching NASCAR and traveling to Alaska as often as possible. 

Lisa Ann Zeigler, Saturday Announcer

Lisa states that it is an absolute privilege to be a part of this radio ministry. Her heart's desire as an announcer is to bless, encourage and enrich others' lives. She and her (high school sweetheart) husband, John live in Mechanicsburg. They have two precious daughters, Laura (age 3) and Larissa (11 mos). Lisa has had a personal fitness and nutrition consulting business for 15 years. She also formerly sang with a traveling band since 1991, but currently sings as a solo artist and plays flute in the central PA area. Lisa was also a spokesperson for Ford Motor company in years past and made regular guest appearances as a fitness expert on Baltimore's WBAL news.

WGRC NEWS TEAM     [top]

Jim Diehl, News Reporter/Morning Anchor

Jim was raised in the hills of Central Pennsylvania near Forest Hill in Union County. His love for music started his radio career in 1988 when his mother prodded him to explore a radio ad from a new Christian radio station (WGRC) who was looking for part-time announcers. Jim has been with WGRC in both full and part-time capacities ever since. Through his new WGRC connections - Jim met his wife, Kathy and went on to propose to her during a Michael Card concert in 1990. Beside spending time with his wife and son, Zach, Jim enjoys playing piano and singing with a quartet at his church. He also loves to be outdoors, hunting, fishing, hiking and camping. He enjoys getting his fingers dirty in the veggie, flower and water gardens. In fact, one of Jim's hobbies is to grow exotic orchid flowers. Jim is also a two-term member of New Berlin borough council. As for Jim's 'claim to fame'... it came a few years ago when he was contacted by a State Committee to run for Representative in Pennsylvania's 85th District.
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John Callahan, News Reporter/Afternoon Anchor

John was born in Massachusetts and has lived in seven states. His radio career began in Tennessee while he was in his teens. After working at a small station in West Virginia, he joined the United States Air Force becoming a broadcaster with the Armed Forces Radio and Television Service. He served at radio and TV stations in Greenland and Lajes Field, The Azores, Portugal. In 1990 he came to Central Pennsylvania and worked at several stations around the region before coming to WGRC. He lives in Bloomsburg with his wife, Robin, and daughter, Tori. Their church family is at St. Luke Lutheran Church in Bloomsburg. When not keeping you up-to-date with News, Sports and Weather during the afternoons, you can often find him on his mountain bike on the trails behind Geisinger Medical Center or the game lands on Catawissa Mountain. He also enjoys playing guitar and trying to keep his ever-growing CD collection from taking over the house. John feels very blessed to be a part of WGRC and to have the opportunity to serve the Lord through this radio ministry.
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ENGINEERING     [top]

Chris Miller, Engineer / IT Specialist

Chris began working at WGRC as a volunteer and is today a full-time member of our staff. He has logged many bizarre hours helping us stay on top of the latest technology. We try to keep from disturbing him whenever possible!
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WGRC BUSINESS STAFF    [top]

Rod Simmons, Grant Underwriting Representative

Rod is originally from the Easton Area where he went to school and enjoyed playing basketball and volleyball for the Red Rovers.  After graduating he moved with his family to central PA where graduated from Susquehanna University and also met his wife Sallie.  They were married in 1981 and both became believers soon after that.  They have four children and two son-in-laws.  Autumn and Justin Dosch living in Enola, PA, Valerie and Dane Shelley living in Washington D.C., Meredith who is attending Pennsylvania College of Technology and Joshua who is at home. Rod enjoys his evening walks with Sallie and the many gatherings and celebrations with extended family.  Much of Rod's time is spent serving Jesus Christ in different capacities at his church as well as working with the ministry of Love INC.  Rod is excited to be a part of the WGRC family and looks forward to making many new friends as a grant underwriting representative.

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WGRC OFFICE STAFF     [top]

Jennifer Dantonio, Office Manager

Jennifer joined the staff of WGRC on July 17, 2000 after an entire year of praying and searching. She says God led her here by the hand, it was so clear that this is where He wanted her to be! As the Office Manager, Jennifer maintains the daily operations of the front office and handles all aspects of accounting and bookkeeping. Jennifer says the best thing about working at WGRC is that she gets to work with some of her closest and dearest friends! While Jennifer's birthplace is Sayre, PA, she has lived here in Central PA for over 20 years. Jennifer lives in Montgomery with her husband, Keith and two daughters, Emily and Natalie. Jennifer is crazy about her family and enjoys spending time with them; playing board games, bowling, and going to the movies. Jennifer's favorite pastimes are photography, reading, crocheting, and beading.
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Becky Hendershot, Office Assistant

After a year of searching the Lord opened the door for Becky to begin working in the office at WGRC. Becky joined the staff February 27, 1997, but her volunteer experiences at WGRC prior to becoming am employee helped pave the way. Her responsibilities include receiving & distributing the mail, recording donations/Grant payments, preparing deposits/banking, volunteer recruitment, ordering/shopping for supplies, and a host of other miscellaneous duties. Her secret talents include singing, playing the handbells, and working with children. Becky lives in Milton and attends Christ Wesleyan Church where she is the nursery director.
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Amanda Johnson, Traffic / Office Assistant

Amanda was born and raised in Brick, New Jersey just a couple miles from the beach.  In July of 2006, God led her, her parents and sister to New Columbia, PA to be closer to family and to live out a dream of living in the country. Though new to the area, she is no stranger to Pennsylvania. She graduated from Messiah College in Grantham, PA May 2008 with a B.A. in Journalism. She attends First Baptist Church of Milton with her family. There, you'll see her in FBC’s choir, as an AWANA leader and as a youth leader for FBC's youth group (Living On THE EDGE). Her guilty pleasures include reality shows, Pepsi and chocolate.  Also, Amanda is, according to her mother, a bit of a daredevil. She likes to try new activities, foods, etc.  "She'll try anything once. She may never do it again, but she'll try anything once." -Mom

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