101.1 The Pulse
101.1 The Pulse
101.1 The Pulse is North Georgia's home where faith, country, and gospel unite. Broadcasting from WLJA-FM, we bring you the latest in music, sports, and community events across North Georgia. From high school basketball highlights to exclusive artist features and upcoming concerts, 'The Pulse' keeps you connected to the heart of your community. Stay informed, entertained, and inspired with our vib…Follow the podcast:
A Hidden Gem in Calhoun: Inside Georgia-Cumberland Academy
Did you know there’s a private Christian high school right here in Calhoun serving students from across the region and beyond? GCA Chaplain Josh Woods joins us to share what makes Georgia-Cumberland Academy special and gives us a look at the opportunities available to students and families.
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Helping Nonprofits Make a Bigger Impact with Brian Pruett
Brian Pruett joins us to talk about the upcoming Nonprofit Impact Workshop in Cartersville, designed to give nonprofit leaders, board members and volunteers practical tools to strengthen their organizations. Brian also shares more about his Giving Back Charity Nights and how they’re helping support…
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Saturdays with Sandra | Brian Ridley aired 8-1-26
August 1, 2026--Sandra interviews Gilmer County Schools Superintendent Brian Ridgley about the new school year and the new Performing Arts Center that is now open at Gilmer High School. He also talks about changes coming to Ellijay Elementary School including demolition at the school.
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Saturdays with Sandra | Coleen our Community Queen aired 8-1-26
August 1, 2026--Sandra and Coleen talk about their back-to-school memories as another school year begins this week.
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Saturdays with Sandra | Gina Higginbotham aired 8-1-26
August 1, 2026--Sandra interviews Gina Higgenbotham, who was a close friend of Pat Webb, talks about the legacy she leaves behind at the Blue Ridge Community Theater. Pat, who died unexpectedly this summer, is one of the original founders of the theater 25 years ago and behind its very successful S…
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Saturdays with Sandra | Gilmer Sheriff Stacy Nicholson aired 8-1-26
August 1, 2026--Sandra interviews Gilmer County Sheriff Stacy Nicholson about his new band with other current and former law enforcement officers called Blue on Black Revival. Their first concert will be on September 11th and 12th to commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
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Saturdays with Sandra | Steve Dusek aired 8-1-26
August 1, 2026--Sandra interviews Steve Dusek, pastor of The Orchard Church in Ellijay about their new location. The beautiful new church building is finally complete, and members will be moving everything out following a brief final service at the old location Sunday. The first service at the new …
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Saturdays with Sandra | Susanna Capelouto aired 8-1-26
August 1, 2026--Sandra interviews Susanna Capelouto, the southern bureau chief for National Public Radio and incoming co-president of the Georgia Chapter of the Society for Professional Journalists, about a new educational campaign to help people spot fake news. The Georgia Knows Media campaign tra…
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Saturdays with Sandra | Kirk Raffield
August 1, 2026-- Sandra interviews Jasper Mayor Kirk Raffield about the severe weather that came through the area and the damage done to the Oglethorpe Monument by lightening. He updates us on the future of the monument and planned repairs.
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Saturdays with Sandra | Coleen our Community Queen aired 7-25-26
July 25, 2026--Sandra and Coleen talk about Big Foot and the fun topic that has tourists coming to North Georgia from all over hoping to catch a glimpse of the mythical creature.
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