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93.9_WKYSKashon Powell, Vice President of Programming for Radio One, announced Ms. Jackie Paige as the new Midday Personality and Music Director of 93.9 WKYS-FM beginning Monday, January 6, 2020.

Jackie Paige comes from Radio One’s WCDX-FM in Richmond, Virginia, where she was also the Midday host and Music Director. Jackie was born and raised in the Queen City of Charlotte, North Carolina. She is a sassy, warm-spirited southern belle. Her love for broadcast began as a teenager and led to her pursuit of a degree in broadcast journalism at Hampton University, where she also served as a personality on the university’s radio station.

Jackie has a heart for her community and has volunteered with several well-known organizations, including Girl Scouts, The Make-A-Wish Foundation, Coastal Carolina Women’s Shelter, Teach for America, and Big Brothers Big Sisters. In her free time, Jackie loves to workout, travel, and dance! Jackie is also a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.

“I’m truly excited and honored to be joining the WKYS team!” said Jackie.   “I’d like to thank Jeff Wilson, Marsha Landess, Kashon Powell, Mike Swift, Matt Myers, and my entire Radio One family for their support. It’s been an amazing ride in the 804 and the journey continues in the DMV!”

“We are extremely excited to welcome Jackie Paige to the Radio One DC programming staff. She possesses a positive attitude and work ethic that simply can’t be taught. She’s an ideal fit for Radio One DC, and we are excited to have her join the team,” said Kashon Powell, Vice President of Programming for Radio One.

Mike “Swift” Powell, Program Director of WKYS, added, “I am pleased to add Jackie Paige to the WKYS Line-up.  Her energy will be a welcomed addition to our team, and we look forward to creating compelling multi-platform content in middays.”