WBGL Community Matters

Project Diehard Founder and Director, Brian Gibson SFC USA Ret., shares about the mission of Project Diehard, "To bring public awareness to veteran suicide and to assist veterans in coping with the stress and difficulties in transitioning from active duty military to civilian life."

Julia Livingston and Lori McDaniel share about the mission of Macon County CASA and how one might get involved in making a difference in the life of a child and family.

Fellowship of Christian Athletes Area Director, Robbie Gwinn talks about the work of FCA to encourage coaches and spiritually enrich the lives of students throughout our region. He shares exciting news about summer camps and more.

Lisa Anderson, host of the nationally syndicated radio show and podcast, "Boundless" shares helpful insight into how to successfully land a job following graduation from High school or College. Boundless is a ministry of Focus on the Family.

Today we remember our fallen heroes and share in meaningful conversation with Sgt. Major Paul Petry of WWII.

It's time to get out the grill! Perhaps you're fairly adept at grilling meat but would like to know more about grilling vegetables. Today's show is for you. Steven Raichlen, who the L.A. Times describes as the Julia Child of Barbecue, shares proven tips to ensure vegetable grilling success.

Don Follis, from Pastor-to-Pastor Initiatives shares about his journey through grief and helps us better understand how grieving is an essential part of discipleship. He discusses the value of empathy towards others, and what that entails, when conversing with those who are suffering loss.

High blood pressure affects more than half of adults in the United States. Dr. Elizabeth Ackerson shares how high blood pressure relates to the body and what can be done to reduce it.

April is Child Abuse Awareness Month, and there is an uptick in reports of abuse, as children come back to school. Dr. Sharen Ford, from Focus On The Family is the Director of Foster Care and Adoption, and she shares how parents can receive help for themselves and their children.

"Arthur D. Ally is founder and President of Timothy Plan, the nation's leading Biblically based, pro-life, pro-family mutual fund group which uses stringent moral filtering criteria designed to avoid investing shareholders' money in any company that has a pattern of contributing to the cultural pollution of society." Art shares his concerns about companies such as Facebook, and how Christians can invest in companies that reflect Biblical beliefs and values.