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First Coast Connect

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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New novel takes on Jacksonville politics

First Coast Connect ·

2025/06/25

Former Jacksonville journalist and politico Abel Harding tries his hand at fiction with the release of "Last Time I’ll Ask."

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Planning for a bear hunt; Sporting JAX announces...

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2025/06/24

Bows, dogs, bait? A final vote on Florida's proposed black bear hunt will determine the ground rules. And Sporting JAX unveils two international friendlies.

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An attack on Iran

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2025/06/23

The U.S. launched a surprise weekend attack on Iran’s nuclear sites – but are we at war?

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First Coast Week in Review

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2025/06/20

It’s the week’s biggest headlines, from a contempt finding for Florida’s attorney general to bad “Karma” at a local automotive dealer.

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Summer book club

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2025/06/18

Local bookstore owners and bibliophiles recommend the best beach books and rainy day must-reads.

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The health fight in Ukraine

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2025/06/17

A local orthopaedic surgeon returns from a surgical mission to the war-torn nation.

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DCPS ending DEI

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2025/06/16

A vote to remove DEI from public school policy draws pushback.

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First Coast Week in Review

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2025/06/13

From an attempt to silence reporting on Hope Florida to a new Jacksonville bill limiting aid for immigrants, we discuss all the week’s headlines.

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Marching orders

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2025/06/12

Jacksonville University public policy expert Rick Mullaney breaks down the latest White House headlines.

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A new champion for racial equity

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2025/06/11

The incoming CEO of 904Ward discusses the mission to end racism at a time of growing backlash.

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A memoir of love and activism

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2025/06/10

Jax power couple and civil rights icons Gwen and Alton Yates talk about their new memoir.

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Okefenokee: a refuge for the world?

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2025/06/09

The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge in Georgia seeks designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site

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First Coast Week in Review

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2025/06/06

We discuss the week’s biggest headlines, from a presidential selection debacle at UF to a Pride fest spanning the St. Johns.

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The future of NPR/PBS funding; Confederate lawsuit...

First Coast Connect ·

2025/06/05

We discuss the proposed clawback of money for public media, and a lawsuit over local Confederate tributes gets another day in federal court.

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Celebrating Juneteenth with Dr. Tammy Hodo

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2025/06/04

Ahead of the annual observance, the educator and thought leader reflects on the evolving conversations and realities surrounding diversity and equity.

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Housing costs, not crime, are public's top concern

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2025/06/03

A new University of North Florida poll shows shifting priorities among residents and broad support for banning concealed weapons in City Hall.

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Doctor appointment delays on the rise

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2025/06/02

In our monthly “House Call” with Dr. Joe Sirven, we discuss the growing difficulty in booking doctor appointments.

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First Coast Week in Review

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2025/05/30

It’s the week’s biggest headlines, from drama on the City Council floor and political change on the dais to the effects of NOAA cutbacks on hurricane season.

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Toxic concerns in Brunswick, Georgia

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2025/05/29

A new research study confirms the presence of pollutants and pesticides in the blood of some southern Georgia residents.

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Change in the weathermen

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2025/05/28

As hurricane season gets underway, First Coast News’ Chief Meteorologist Tim Deegan passes the torch to Lewis Turner.

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