Chase Bunker, News 104.5 WOKV

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Chase Bunker is a reporter and evening anchor for WOKV. Chase previously worked at our sister station WDBO in Orlando where he worked as a producer and fill-in for reporting and hosting duties. He enjoys spending time with his wife, playing video games, performing stand-up comedy, and watching sports when he's not working. He follows the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, college sports, and esports. Chase hosts the sports podcast “Bunker’s Burning Hot Take” where he interviews guests and delivers hot takes on sports.

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Jacksonville man charged with attempting to entice minor for sex

The Justice Department says a Jacksonville man is being charged with attempting to entice a 13-year-old for sex.

By Chase Bunker, News 104.5 WOKVAugust 15, 2025 at 5:43 pm EDT

First Responder Friday honors Deputy Colt Wade of the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office

First Responder Friday is honoring Deputy Colt Wade of the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office.

By Chase Bunker, News 104.5 WOKVAugust 15, 2025 at 6:00 am EDT

Sporting JAX announce new partnership that “will enhance both fan and player experiences”

As its regular season debut inches closer, Sporting Club Jacksonville announces a partnership with equipment rental company Sunbelt Rentals.

By Chase Bunker, News 104.5 WOKVAugust 12, 2025 at 2:05 pm EDT

St. Augustine City Council advances ordinance that triples parking penalties

The St. Augustine City Council is advancing an ordinance that would triple the penalties for illegal parking to a second hearing

By Chase Bunker, News 104.5 WOKV and Kristine BellinoAugust 11, 2025 at 6:24 pm EDT

Rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd to perform benefit concert in Jacksonville

Southern rock legends and Jacksonville’s own Lynyrd Skynyrd will be performing in the Bold City for a one-night-only concert to benefit members of the military.

By Chase Bunker, News 104.5 WOKVAugust 11, 2025 at 11:53 am EDT

Pickleball and Dog Day highlight next week’s Jumbo Shrimp homestand

The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp will begin a six-game homestand at VyStar Ballpark starting August 12 against the Norfolk Tides.

By Chase Bunker, News 104.5 WOKVAugust 07, 2025 at 7:12 pm EDT

LISTEN: WOKV helps you find the best Back-to-School deals with the Back-to-School Special

WOKV’s Chase Bunker searched all over to find the best deals in the area for WOKV’s Back-to-School Special.

By Chase Bunker, News 104.5 WOKVAugust 03, 2025 at 5:00 pm EDT

Amelia Island Dining Month returns to benefit food-insecure students

Amelia Island Dining Month is returning for its second year.

By Chase Bunker, News 104.5 WOKVJuly 29, 2025 at 3:34 pm EDT

Remembering Hulk Hogan: When the wrestling great spoke with WOKV earlier this year

Earlier this week, wrestling icon Hulk Hogan passed away at the age of 71 after going into cardiac arrest.

By Chase Bunker, News 104.5 WOKVJuly 26, 2025 at 12:00 pm EDT

Sporting JAX move up ticket sale date, announce home game themes

Sporting Club Jacksonville announced it sold over 6,000 season tickets as the team is set to make its inaugural season is set to kick off next month.

By Chase Bunker, News 104.5 WOKV and WOKV StaffJuly 23, 2025 at 6:17 pm EDT

FSCJ receives over $300k grant for skilled trades

Florida State College at Jacksonville says it’s receiving a two-year Gable Grant from the Lowe’s Foundation to “help solve America’s critical skilled trade worker shortage.”

By Chase Bunker, News 104.5 WOKVJuly 21, 2025 at 4:22 pm EDT

EXCLUSIVE: Conductor Heidi Joosten talks taking on “Witcher” music ahead of Florida Theatre show

To celebrate its 10th anniversary, fans of the critically acclaimed video game, “The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt,” can watch the music be performed by a live orchestra at the Florida Theatre on October 9 for “The Witcher In Concert.” Award-winning music director, composer, and conductor Heidi Joosten sat down with WOKV’s Chase Bunker on taking on the beloved franchise, her history with video games, and what a conductor does.

By Chase Bunker, News 104.5 WOKVJuly 17, 2025 at 7:00 pm EDT