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Some days, you might play The River for some nice background music. Some days, you’ll play it so your kids don’t hear anything inappropriate. But some days, you listen because life has knocked you down, and you need help getting back up. We’re here for all of them. Our mission is to show people who Jesus really is so they will grow closer to Him. We’re beyond excited to meet you and desire to get you connected to things that can make your day a little brighter!

We are committed to serving the Wooster community. We know change is hard and that 104.5 will sound different. While it may be different, our goal is that when you turn the dial, you will feel the love of Jesus through our programming, see his face in the faces of our staff, and find new hope when your day has been rough. We will be here for you.

Meet the DJ’s

Here are the people who will walk you through it all.

  • Josh Hooper

    Morning Show

    Josh and his wife, Jennifer, are the proud parents of four kids (and the teen years are everything they’ve been warned about!!!). Josh loves shooting baskets with the boys, watching his Cleveland sports teams, and watching sci-fi and adventure movies with the whole crew. He and his wife and daughter have a strong affinity for good coffee, too! Josh isn’t much for large crowds or loud, busy places, so he likes to keep his introverted-self at home or in situations where he’s with his closest friends and family, or even just on his own. And when he isn’t spending time with you on the morning show or enjoying his family, Josh is probably playing fetch with their puppy, Ollie, or rubbing his belly. Um, the dog’s belly, not his own. #yikes

  • Hannah

    Morning Show

    Hannah is a self-proclaimed whirlwind. She thrives off of being on the go and changing things up! When things get to “normal” she rearranges her living room furniture for the 428th time or buys an impromptu plane ticket. The few things that make her want to slow down are playing with her pup and hanging out with her goofball nieces and nephew. If you’re trying to track her down best places to start are the volleyball court, bible study or any local restaurant…but truly, ya’ never where she might end up!

  • Joe Cheesman

    Middays 10a - 3p

    Joe grew up in South Dakota and had a family that was heavily involved in the media industry in Sioux Falls. After graduating high school in 2007, Joe went to college at the University of Northwestern, St. Paul and majored in Electronic Media with an emphasis in Audio Production and minored in Biblical Studies while also playing on the baseball team and serving as a guitar player for many on campus worship teams. After college he began his radio journey, which has brought him through Sioux Falls, Fargo, Orlando, Kansas City, and now Columbus. Joe is very passionate about sports and music. He still plays amateur baseball and is working on a bucket list goal of attending a MLB game in all 30 stadiums (while rooting for his beloved Philadelphia Phillies). Joe plays guitar, but more recently, decided to build one from a block of wood he got at a warehouse. He can also be found anywhere live music is and if the Newsboys are within a 4-hour radius chances are Joe is at that show.

  • Hailey Reid

    Afternoon Show

    As an Enneagram 1, Hailey is always looking to improve every room she enters. She’s a rule-follower, but in a fun way (at least she thinks so.) She loves to be outdoors, which is kind of a pre-requisite for being married to a park ranger. Hailey loves to get out and hike with her dog and best bud, Trout, who she’s only slightly obsessed with. Hailey considers herself a health nut, which makes her one of those weird people who actually enjoys working out. She loves to cook up healthy meals at home, but don’t be fooled…she’s always down for some pizza and ice cream. Like Rory Gilmore, she keeps a book with her at all times and gets a little rush every time she steps into a library or bookstore. Hailey’s been called a perfectionist, and while she can’t disagree, she’ll be the first to tell you that she is FAR from perfect. She’s learning to lean into God’s grace and is so thankful that even when she doesn’t get it “right,” God still loves her the same. And she wants you to know that’s true for you, too!

  • Shannon

    REnew | Sunday 7a - Noon

    Shannon loves adventures so much, she wishes it could be her middle name. She is very spontaneous, energetic, but being a homebody is nice sometimes. Being goofy is her first nature, not her second. Learning new things (and actually, everything) like taking up coding, knitting, baking yumminess, playing new video games, building projects…the list goes on for miles. But investing in people, giving them oodles of gifts, and loving life alongside others; that’s what she lives for.
    Shannon is originally from Atlanta, but recently moved to Ohio! (she’d love to be your friend!) Here’s the weird thing though…she likes the cold and can tolerate it very well (way too well). She’s getting the snow she never got as a kid, and loves every bit of it!

  • Greg Murray

    Sundays | Noon - 4pm

    Greg can tell you to the day…ANY day, how long he’s been married to his awesome wife Julie. They have two sons, Wesley and Cooper. Greg’s known for Friday night homemade pizza night as well as being pretty handy around the house when he has the time. You may have also heard Greg’s voice at Nationwide arena, where he’s been the Public Address announcer (AKA the “Jackets on the powerplay!!!” guy) for the Columbus Blue Jackets since they came to Columbus in 2000-he’s never missed a Blue Jackets home game.

  • LauraLee

    Sundays | 8pm - Midnight

    LauraLee lives with her husband Bill, three sons, and one dog. A theater and track/cross-country mom, she’s either helping with the show, in the audience, or on the sidelines. She likes to thinks she’s crafty, but many projects end in Pinterest fails. She likes to bike, walk, read, journal, knit, scrapbook, bake, and let’s be honest: Facebook a bit too much. With one kid in college, another finishing high school, and a third in middle school, the last 20 years are summed up in this quote: The days are long, but the years are short. And boy, are they. Hug them lots before you blink and they are on to the next season.

  • Brant Hansen

    The Brant Hansen Show

    Brant Hansen is a toast-obsessed nerd who, when in high school, was no less than PRESIDENT of the Illinois Student Librarians Association. He was also All-Conference in “Scholastic Bowl”, and lettered in basketball and football (both for keeping statistics) and was President of his own Stamp Collection Club, which consisted of himself. Brant spends his free time looking inappropriately intense. (He can’t help it.) He’s also a husband and dad, and he’s won multiple awards for his radio hosting skills. He hosts The Brant Hansen Show with his producer Sherri.

  • Sherri Lynn

    The Brant Hansen Show

    Sherri Lynn has been a broadcast professional and stand-up comedienne for over a decade. (So yes, you’ll laugh.) Sherri is also a writer and director. She recently produced and released a comedy DVD entitled “The Very Funny Church Comedy Show: Together We Laugh.” Sherri also wrote, directed, and starred in a stage play about race in the church. “The Bold and the Sanctified“ showed in various cities, sold out multiple performances, and starred American Idol winner Ruben Studdard.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The River do?

We are a Contemporary Christian radio network, and our goal is to bring the hope of Jesus to every home in Ohio. Our music and programming are designed to be encouraging and family friendly, and we actively look for ways to engage in ministry in the community.

Where can I listen?

You can listen online on our website or on our mobile app! Or you can find us on your radio at:

104.9 the River Columbus
104.5 the River Wooster
89.3 the River Newark
89.3 the River Chillicothe
90.9 the River Lancaster

We are also available on Alexa, and all other smart devices through TuneIn, iHeart and Audacy Apps.

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How do I connect with your chaplain and prayer ministry?

We have Chaplains on staff that are a safe place to turn if you need council, a listening ear, prayer, or direction. You can learn more about them and reach out to them here.

You can let a Chaplain know about your prayer request, or you can write it on our prayer page! We monitor the prayer wall ourselves and you can be certain we are praying for you.

How else can I connect and learn more?

River Radio Ministries also has a host of other resources for you! Here’s a list of opportunities:

River Insider – Our email updates to keep you informed about what’s going on
River Facebook – Stay connected to hope and encouraging content on social media
RiverNOW – Laugh, sing along and connect with our DJs, Artists and other Original Content on our YouTube Channel
River Small Group – Study the Bible and connect with others on Facebook with daily readings
River Podcasts – A variety of on-demand content to help you learn, laugh and grow

More Resources for You

Want some next steps to get to know us, deepen your faith, or connect? Here are some good places to start...

Chaplains

We have trained Chaplains on staff who are available for you! Share a prayer request or just talk through things going on in your life...

Chaplain Ministry

Devotionals Written by our DJ’s

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Find Hope

Learn more about the hope we have in Jesus, and hear River artists discuss some of the tough questions we all face about our faith.

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