Meredith Chipman

Meredith is a reporter who can be contacted by calling 352-392-6397 or emailing news@wuft.org.

Reflecting on the “big stories” of 2011

2011 was an eventful year….from natural disasters to memorable anniversaries to political and economic turmoil.  Florida’s 89.1, WUFT-FM’s Meredith Chipman brings us some of the highlights of our coverage. [audio:http://www.wuft.org/media/audio/MGCYearinReviewFinal.mp3]

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Marion County puts ease into recycling

Ocala City Council is entering a new contract with WastePro to bring easy curbside recycling to Marion County residents. Florida’s 89.1, WUFT-FM’s Meredith Chipman has more on the costs and logistics of the new collection plan. [audio:http://www.wuft.org/media/audio/MGCOcalaRecycling.mp3]

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Christmas packages head to troops overseas

The Military Support Group of Alachua County compiled 90 care packages to send to overseas military last night. Local families with deployed friends or loved ones can submit addresses to the support group for their soldier to get a monthly present. Florida’s 89.1, WUFT-FM’s Meredith Chipman spoke with President Pam Krueger about the …

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Security a priority before, during and after the FL-GA football game

It’s one of the biggest weekends for Florida football. The Florida Gators and Georgia Bulldogs have met in Jacksonville almost every year since 1933. In the past few years, several deaths have occurred surrounding the Florida-Georgia game. Florida’s 89.1, WUFT-FM’s Meredith Chipman has more on changing security in Jacksonville. [audio:http://www.wuft.org/media/audio/JaxSecurityWrap.mp3] (News sources: UF senior …

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