The “Tanner In The Morning” show will come to an end on Beasley Media Group’s “Country 103.7” WSOC-FM Charlotte NC on Friday, June 19 as hosts Rob Tanner, Catherine Lane, and technical director Chris Allen have all accepted the company’s early-retirement buyout offers.
The trio made the announcement on-air this morning. Tanner has led the WSOC-FM morning show since 2005 after previously working at WPCV Lakeland FL, KQAR Little Rock and WBHV State College PA. He commented, “It’s hard to put into words what these past 22 years have meant to me. Being part of the lives of our listeners every morning has truly been a privilege. I will miss hanging out with Catherine, Chris, and Capt. Jim. Truly, three of my best friends. We are proud to be the longest running and most successful morning show in the history of WSOC-FM. Charlotte and the Carolinas welcomed us like family, and I’ll always be grateful for the friendships, memories, and incredible experiences along the way. I’m excited for what’s ahead and thankful to everyone who has supported us throughout this crazy journey.”
Lane, who also hosts middays at WSOC-FM, has been with the station since 1997 and in the Charlotte market for the past four decades including time at 101.9 WLIT and WCKZ and 102.9 WEZC. She has been part of the morning show from 2010-2012 and again since 2016, while anchoring middays since 2003. She said, “Getting to work with three of best friends, Tanner, Chris, and Captain Jim has been a blast. We have so much fun together and with our listeners. Growing up in Shelby, NC and spending 40 years in the Charlotte market, I am so proud of the connections we have made in our community, with country music artists, and with our clients. I hope to do more work for suicide prevention in the future. And I’m looking forward to seeing what else the good Lord has in store for me next.”
Allen, who has been with the station since before Tanner’s arrival, commented, “I grew up listening to WSOC-FM, it sparked my interest in broadcasting. We’ve shared so many unforgettable moments together both on and off the air. To be a part of the longest running morning show on Country 103.7 has truly been a blessing in my life. I’m thankful to our listeners, my teammates, and everyone at WSOC-FM for this amazing run!”
Beasley Charlotte VP/Market Manager Mac Edwards commented, ““Tanner, Catherine, and Chris have been an important part of the fabric of Country 103.7 and the Charlotte area since the very beginning. They created a show that listeners welcomed into their homes, cars, and lives every morning. With over 18 ACM and CMA nominations, their impact on the station, the market and Country Music has been tremendous. We are incredibly grateful for the humor, warmth and audience connection that made every day listening to “Tanner in the Morning” brighter. We wish each of them nothing but happiness and contentment in retirement.”
Beasley Chief Content Officer Justin Chase said, “Few morning shows create the kind of lasting connection and loyalty that this team built with listeners across the Carolinas. Their genuine energy, natural chemistry, and strong connection with the community made mornings on WSOC-FM feel truly unforgettable. We are thankful for their many contributions to the station and the company and wish them continued success as they each begin exciting new chapters.”
WSOC-FM and WNKS Program Director Cameron Moore added, “For over two decades, Tanner, Catherine, and Chris brought energy, laughter, conversation, and authenticity to every broadcast, and their impact on this station and our listeners cannot be overstated. What began as a radio show all those years ago has become a daily tradition shared with generations of listeners. On behalf of the station, I am so grateful for the memories they created, and the incredible legacy that they leave behind.”
Longtime Traffic Reporter and “Tanner in the Morning” contributor Captain Jim remains with Beasley and can be heard giving traffic updates on all stations each morning.
