SCETV’s Kristina Thacker steps into ‘Morning Edition’ role

Posted Tuesday, December 30, 2025 8:16 am

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South Carolina ETV and Public Radio has named Kristina Thacker as the interim local host of Morning Edition. Thacker, a familiar voice to South Carolina audiences, will provide state and local headlines, weather, and reports from communities across the Palmetto State.

A longtime contributor to SC Public Radio, her appointment follows the departure of journalist Thelisha Eaddy, who joined the network in 2015

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SCETV’s Kristina Thacker steps into ‘Morning Edition’ role

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