Cumulus Media has announced the appointment of Jed Mescon as Program Director of “Talk Radio 102.3” WGOW-FM Soddy-Daisy and “NewsRadio 1150” WGOW Chattanooga TN.

Mescon is best known in the market for his 28 years as morning anchor for WRCB-TV until departing in 2016 and has since held marketing positions locally for Erlanger Health System, TVFCU, and the Skyuka Hall School. He will also join Jim Reynolds and Bill Lockhart in mornings on WGOW-FM.

Mescon takes the roles that had been held by Kevin West until his retirement at the end of June.

Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) announces that it has appointed Jed Mescon as Program Director and On-Air Host for Talk Radio 102.3 FM and 1150 AM/WGOW in Chattanooga, TN. Mescon will debut on WGOW on Monday, August 21st, and can be heard weekday mornings from 6:00am-10:00am.

Mescon brings 28 years of morning programming experience on local television to WGOW, and most recently worked in marketing and community engagement for Chattanooga’s Erlanger Health System, TVFCU, and the Skyuka Hall School. A beloved media personality, Mescon’s signature style, boundless energy, and passion for the community have made him a household name throughout the Chattanooga region.

John Lewis, Vice President/Market Manager, Cumulus Chattanooga, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Jed to WGOW and our Cumulus Chattanooga team. Jed has amassed an impressive career in media and his unique perspective, connection to the community, and skillset will undoubtedly take WGOW to the next level.”

Scott Chase, Operations Manager, Cumulus Chattanooga, remarked: “Jed is one of the most recognizable and trusted talents in the market. He brings unmatched enthusiasm and positivity and is totally plugged into the needs of the community.”

Mescon commented: “I spent 28 years waking up at 2:45am to bring the news to Chattanooga. This brings me back to my roots, doing both news and co-hosting mornings from 6-10am on WGOW Talk Radio 102.3.”