Meleah Lyden
Digital ProducerI was always that kid who asked the question, "Why?"
I'm sure it drove my family crazy. Constant question after question that now, as an adult, I'm sure most of them didn't even have a proper answer to.
But my curiosity was relentless.
It was that same drive for answers and a love for storytelling that helped me find my place in journalism.
I got my first taste at WUFT News in Gainesville. That's where I fell in love with public radio and the intimacy of audio storytelling. As a University of Florida student, I prioritized learning every storytelling tool I could get my hands on — from audio to video to digital/print.
After graduating from UF, I moved to Atlanta, to work at 11Alive News (WXIA-TV). I worked as a multiplatform producer on the assignment desk and as a digital content producer.
All these experiences helped foster a love of best creating a digital story that appeals to various senses and learning styles.
It also led me to WUSF to serve all of you in the Tampa Bay community as a digital news producer. You'll be finding me online, on social media and in the Wake Up Call newsletter.
Outside the news grind, I can be found checking out coffee shops, exploring nature or enjoying a good book.
I look forward to not only helping create stories that best serve you but also working to answer the "why?" questions your own inner child may be curious about.
Contact Meleah at 813-974-8647, on X @MeleahLyden or by email at mlyden@wusf.org.
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Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said the bodies of Nahida Bristy and Zamil Limon are being sent overseas to their families in Bangladesh. -
The on-campus vigil to honor the lives of Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy will be on Friday at 4 p.m. at Crescent Hill, north of the Marshall Student Center. -
Investigators release specifics leading up to a roommate's arrest, including suspicious purchases, ChatGPT inquiries about body disposal, travel traced by phone data and evidence of premeditation. -
On "The Florida Roundup," Republican Carlos Curbelo and Democrat Stephanie Murphy with the Center Aisle Coalition explain what they believe the effects of mid-decade redistricting could be. -
On "Florida Matters Live & Local," the city councilor touched on a number of topics, including her run for mayor and pushing to pause redevelopment plans for the Gas Plant District. -
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said his remains were found on the Howard Frankland Bridge. His girlfriend, Nahida Bristy, is still missing. -
Airport CEO Michael Stephens said the facility is looking to recreate the first commercial airflight — this time with flying cars. -
On "The Florida Roundup," Carol Marbin Miller with the Miami Herald spoke about her investigation, the role of the Florida's Adult Protective Services, what family members should be thinking about and more. -
Carlson becomes the 11th candidate in the field looking to replace two-term Mayor Jane Castor. -
The country music festival was originally taking place at the TradeWinds Resort in St. Pete Beach. This move follows environmental concerns over turtle nesting season on the beach.
