GSB Media radio stations will be broadcasting a Radiothon to support the Delmarva Discovery Museum on September 15, 2026 from 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. The Radiothon will be broadcast on GSB Media’s WOW That’s Country format on WOWZ 99.3 FM and WICO 101.1 FM and Bay Country, WBEY 97.9 FM, as well as online at WOWthatsCountry.com and BayCountry979.com
Earlier in the year, the museum faced serious financial challenges forcing it to close its doors. Businesses, foundations and individuals rallied around the Delmarva Discovery Museum, raising enough funds to reopen in May.
Although tremendous progress has been made, the museum still faces a long road ahead to strengthen its finances, improve the exhibits and facility, expand educational programming, and rebuild its membership, ensuring the Delmarva Discovery Museum is here for generations to come.
In April, GSB Media’s management team met with Christy Gordon, Executive Director of the Delmarva Discovery Museum to propose the radiothon as the next phase of fundraising and to create awareness in the community of the museum’s growth initiatives.
Bay Country’s Program Director, and morning DJ, Adam Riggin said “Our stations reach from Sussex County, Delaware all the way down to Cape Charles, Virginia, so it made sense for us to step up to help the Delmarva Discovery Museum, especially since our studios and the museum are located in Pocomoke!” Doc Holloway, WOW’s Program Director, and afternoon DJ shared “for 12 hours on September 15th, our DJs will be live with various guests, challenging the community to pledge their financial support for the museum. Every hour will be different, but I can guarantee that everybody is going to have fun throughout the day, while we all do some good!”
Wray and Betsy Fitch owners of GSB Media said, “we are happy to help support the Delmarva Discovery Museum and hope to do more of the same in the future”
Christy Gordon of the museum said “earlier in the year, people believed in us and gave the museum another chance. That is something I will never take for granted. Now we have to finish what we started. We didn’t fight this hard just to reopen the doors… we want to build a stronger, healthier museum that will be here 10, 20 and 50 years from now, Every dollar raised during the radiothon helps us move closer to that goal.”
Where to listen – Locally on 97.9, 99.3 and 101.1. Online – baycountry979.com or wowthatscountry.com
How to donate – make your pledge by calling 410-957-1798 the day of the event. Online – https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/donate-696
From the Discovery Center: Charitable gifts from citizens, businesses, and foundations truly help us to operate and improve our facility. We are always appreciative of those who wish to help our organization to continue to thrive no matter the donation amount. If you wish to donate to our annual appeal to have a direct impact on the museum click the above link.
🌟 Support the Delmarva Discovery Museum
When families walk through our doors, they’re not just visiting a museum — they’re stepping into a place where curiosity grows, stories come alive, and children discover the wonder of the Delmarva Peninsula. As a small nonprofit, we rely on the generosity of our community to keep these experiences thriving.
Your donation helps us:
- Create hands‑on programs that inspire young learners
- Care for our live animal ambassadors
- Preserve and share the cultural and natural heritage of Delmarva
Every gift, big or small, helps us continue offering the joyful, meaningful experiences that make the Delmarva Discovery Museum a place families return to again and again. Together, we can keep curiosity blooming in Pocomoke.
GSB Media would like to thank Meghan Oliver Clarkson with Long & Foster Realty for being our presenting sponsor. We would also like to thank Rachael Harris The Shore Lawyer, Simple Fiber, Delmarva Flooring and Maryland’s Coast – Worcester County Economic Development/Tourism for sponsoring this event.
