WJSA is a religious radio station

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 in Williamsport

Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania

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, Pennsylvania

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 branded as WJSA 1600 AM. WJSA's first air date was August 1, 1979.

WJSA also simulcasts its programming on 96.3 FM

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, and also on 100.5 FM translator W263AG Williamsport.

History

WJSA was originally an AM only radio station authorized to operate during the daytime at 1600 on the dial. Though not a Christian format, the station did air some daily devotional programs. In the fall of 1980 the station's owner, Williamsport businessman Ken Breon, sought the help of John Hogg as broadcast engineer and programing consultant, then within the year as General Manager. Under Mr. Hogg's management and with Mr. Breon's agreement and involvement, the station changed format to full time Christian programming. The AM station also extended its hours of operation and improved coverage.

The Birth of WJSA-FM

24 years ago, Mr. Hogg identified an available FM frequency which would provide extended coverage and allow 24 hours a day service. Two years later the FCC granted the application and Light for Life... WJSA-FM began broadcasting on November 1, 1984 with a power of 3,000 Watts at 93.5 FM. A new company to operate the facilities was formed, Covenant Broadcast Company, a partnership between Ken Breon and John Hogg.

Expanding the FM Coverage

Almost immediately Mr. Hogg identified the opportunity for several stations in the area to upgrade their signal strength by changing frequencies. This required cooperation of those stations and FCC approval took the next 12 years! In the early spring of 1997 this power upgrade was realized and Light for Life...WJSA's frequency was changed to 96.3 FM with a power equivalent of 25,000 Watts.

The People Behind the Mic

Light For Life...WJSA's staff consists of Morning Host Kimberly Joy, Jersey Shore; Computer Specialist Matt Hogg, Avis; News Director Liz Brady, Watsontown and Secretary Shirley Wion, Linden. The WJSA Sports Department includes Ed Brown, Jersey Shore; Steve Lehman, Jersey Shore; Sam Jordan, Loganton; and Dick Martin of Williamsport.