About Us
94.5 WRGS...Your Community Radio Station
Since 1954 when the station first went on the air, 94.5 WRGS has been Rogersville and Hawkins County's hometown radio station. Still today, 94.5 WRGS keeps that proud tradition of community service active every day. Most of our staff have been part of the WRGS family for years...many for decades...and are proud of their involvement in churches, civic clubs, local organizations, sporting activities, and community events and festivals. And, they all love meeting listeners and fans of 94.5 WRGS!
Meet the 94.5 WRGS Team
Jay Phillips
Sports and Programming
Jay has been part of 94.5 WRGS for more than 30 years. He is the Voice of the Cherokee Chiefs doing live play-by-play coverage of Cherokee High School football, basketball, and baseball. Jay is also the facilitator of the Friday Night Forecast and is the WRGS Announcer on the Netflix series Swap Shop. Inside the office he does local newscasts, schedules music, and produces tons of commercials. Join Jay for all the Chiefs games on 94.5 WRGS or listen live online or through the TuneIn Radio App. For a souvenir audio copy of any Chiefs game, email or call Jay.
Monica Cisbani
Sales Manager and On-Air Personality
Monica C is the weekday host of the World Famous Swap Shop. She enjoys having a little fun conversation with listeners as she helps them buy, sell, or trade their items. Monica is also the Sales Manager for 94.5 WRGS. After owning her own business and after over 20 years experience in advertising and marketing, Monica is ready to tailor an advertising campaign to get a business the best return for their money. If you would like Monica to help get your message out to the thousands who tune in to 94.5 WRGS each week, give her a call at (423) 272-3900 or drop her an email to monica@wrgsradio.com. Monica is also available for Live Remotes!
Tom Davis
Morning Show Host and Sales
Tom has been waking up Rogersville and Hawkins County for decades on 94.5 WRGS. As host of Mornings with Tom, he loves talking with and entertaining his listeners with Real American Country, local information, news and weather, school menus, birthdays, anniversaries, interesting tidbits of entertainment news, obituaries, and trivia contests. To join the fun and perhaps win a prize, join Tom 6am-9am Monday through Friday. Tom also hosts the World Famous Swap Shop on Saturday mornings and sells advertising, too. You can call Tom at 423-272-2628 or 423-272-2629.
Chuck Windham
Chief Engineer
Chuck has been the Chief Engineer of 94.5 WRGS for decades keeping all the studio equipment in top condition and the transmitters on the air. There is hardly a technical problem Chuck can't resolve and he seems to know where all the wires go and which plug to put in which socket.
Chuck Charles
Sports Analyst and Air Personality
Chuck has been a long-time analyst and commentator on the 94.5 WRGS live coverage of Cherokee High School sports. Chuck, along with his side-kick Randy Davis, also hosts the very popular Request Line each Saturday on 94.5 WRGS. If there's a song stuck in your head and you haven't heard it in a while, give Chuck a call during Request Line, and he will be happy to oblidge you.
Rave Bell
Sports Technician
Rave, still a student at Cherokee High School, is a member of the WRGS Sports Team serving as studio technician for our live broadcasts. Rave also fills in in other roles when needed.
94.5 WRGS Events
We have played a significant role in Rogersville's Fourth of July Celebration in the City Park. This event, home to one of the largest fireworks displays in East Tennessee. In the past the 4th of July Celebration has featured singers such as Tracy Byrd, Brad Paisley, The Band Perry, and the Eli Young Band, confederate Railroad, John Anderson, and Aaron Tippin.
We also sponsor October Heritage Days in Historic Rogersville, a previous "Top 10 Event" in the Southeast. We actively work with the Chamber of Commerce, The Rogersville Main Street Committee, Price Public Community Center, the Heritage Association and numerous other organizations in our community.
Mobile Broadcasting
WRGS is dedicated to covering the occasions and events that happen all across Hawkins County. Monica and WeRGeS our sky dancer are always available for live broadcasts, from business promotions to special events. Call 272-2628 or 272-2629 to arrange a remote for your business.
Employment Opportunities
WRGS is looking for local, outgoing, and creative individuals to be a part of our sales team. If you would like to join our family-oriented company, send us an email.
Advertise with Us
Our radio station attracts the most local listeners throughout Hawkins County. Promoting on WRGS is the most effective and economical way to endorse your products and services. If you would like to spread word of your business to our vast listener base, please feel free to contact us for advertising information by visiting the Contact Us page. Or call the station at 423-272-3900 and we will refer you to a sales rep.
Contests and Birthday and Anniversary Announcements
Visit our Contact Us page to join our contests played on air. We’d also love to greet you on your special occasions; call or email us to submit your birthday and anniversary entries for a chance to win exciting gifts.