First Coast Connect

Feb 03 2025 20 ep. 17

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First Coast Connect is an hour-long call-in program that features local newsmakers, civic and community leaders, arts, activities across Jacksonville and Northeast Florida, along with spot news features and a weekly roundtable of local journalists.

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A resurgence OutEast

Eastside revitalization gets a kickstart with the launch of Florida Avenue Main Street Inc.

First Coast Week in Review

Our panel unpacks the week’s biggest headlines, from a local trash clash to rifts in the state GOP.

Talking politics with Chris Hand

From rare GOP defiance of the governor to fallout over a federal funding halt, we break down the latest state and local headlines.

Combating antisemitism

A new Jacksonville billboard campaign launches to combat hatred of Jews.

Disaster law and the future of FEMA

As the fire-ravaged West Coast begins to grapple with the realities of rebuilding, the cost of the disaster and the scale of the destruction slowly come into focus.

When should school start?

Duval County School Board members want parents to weigh in before state-mandated time changes take effect.

First Coast Week in Review

Our media panel unpacks the week’s biggest headlines, from falling snow to fallout over an accidental police shooting.

'Honest Reflections' on breast cancer

Two community leaders share the stark realities of their diagnoses, treatment paths and lessons learned in a candid new podcast.

Putting human traffickers out of business

Stemming the demand side of the human trafficking equation.

Trump 2.0: What to expect

Response to and reflections on the inauguration of the 47th commander in chief.