Founded in 1950, WOND-AM first hit the airwaves in Pleasantville, New Jersey, under the ownership of South Jersey Radio, Inc. The station was created to provide a variety of programming to the local community, originally focusing on a "wonderful" music format before evolving into a news and talk leader for the region. A major figure in its history was Howard Green, who joined the station in 1954 and eventually became a long-time owner, helping to build its reputation as a staple of South Jersey media for over 50 years. Currently, the station continues to operate under the ownership of Longport Media LLC. Today, WOND is based in the Atlantic City area and serves as a primary source for "live and local" news, talk, and information for Southern New Jersey. The station covers a wide range of topics, including local and national politics, sports, and entertainment. They are well-known for their community-focused segments, providing updates on everything from the casino industry and dining to local fishing reports and traffic updates for the Jersey Shore. One interesting fact: A surprising part of WOND's history is that it helped launch the career of the famous TV journalist Jessica Savitch. In 1962, while she was still a teenager, she worked at the station as a DJ for a show called "Teen Talk," even briefly using the on-air name "Wonda".