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95.5 WSB/Atlanta Evolves its Weekly On-Air Lineup


Chris Chandler
Chris Chandler

News/Talk WSBB-FM and WSB-AM (95.5 WSB) Atlanta has announced a new weekday lineup, effective May 1. Longtime afternoon anchor Chris Chandler (pictured) is named the host of Atlanta's Morning News, airing weekdays from 5-9am. Mark Arum is moving from his current slot in afternoon drive to 9am-12pm. The Von Haessler Doctrine, led by Eric Von Haessler, will relocate to weekdays from 4-7pm.

"95.5 WSB has such a deep roster of talent, and I'm excited to promote Chris to this new role. As part of the process, we took the time to examine the entire station lineup," said WSB Director of Branding and Programming Ken Charles. "Additionally, we asked our audience what they expected from WSB. These changes reflect those expectations and leverage our local stars to position the station for the future."

"It is the honor of a career to step into one of the great heritage radio news programs in the country. Scott Slade can't be replaced, but I'm committed to maintaining the integrity, consistency, and fairness he brought Atlanta's Morning News over his legendary run," said Chandler.

"I couldn't be more excited about this dynamic change to the weekday lineup," added Arum. "I'm honored to be handed the keys to what truly is a legacy time slot on 95.5 WSB."

"After being on in the mornings since 2017, I'm looking forward to the challenge of capturing another audience in afternoons, and I have no doubt listeners will enjoy Mark in the mornings," said Von Haessler. "I used to come in at 6 a.m., not because I'm a good employee, but because I hate traffic. Not having to deal with that might be what I'm most looking forward to."

"This is an exciting time for WSB to enhance the future with our talented team and research to give our listeners more of what they want with this legendary station," commented CMG Atlanta Radio Vice President and Market Manager Jaleigh Long.

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