This Week in Jacksonville: Rick Scott, Jimmy Patronis, Ken Babby
Florida's Rick Scott... is he trying to become the next Republican Leader in the US Senate? Plus - state CFO and Fire Marshall Jimmy Patronis. The latest efforts he's making to help first responders and protect their health. And the health of family fun at the ballpark. Ken Babby from the Jumbo Shrimp will be with us.
This Week in Jacksonville: Nancy Hogshead-Makar, Michael Waltz, Rick Muillaney
Join us as Rick Mullaney provides the political analysis. So much happening on the national level! We'll also hear from Jacksonville native Michael Waltz - Congressman and US Army veteran. A controversial subject on deck, too. Why a civil rights lawyer and women’s rights activist says transgender athletes should NOT participate in women's athletics.
This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - How improvements to 121 Financial Ballpark will help downtown growth
Ken Babby, the Jumbo Shrimp owner, is our guest for This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition. He speaks with gratitude, conviction, and appreciation of the business he owns and operates in Jacksonville.
This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - Could the River City become the fintech hub of the region?
Does Jacksonville’s personality change over time? Does its reputation? In the 20th century, Jacksonville was known as the banking headquarters for the state, and there were three major bank headquarters in downtown.
This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - JAXPORT brings more jobs to Northeast Florida than you know
The Port of Jacksonville is our focus on This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition. JAXPORT delivers more jobs than many of us probably imagine. And for the sake of Northeast Florida, the port is growing.
This Week in Jacksonville: Darryl Willie and Rory Diamond
Rory Diamond is back. The City Councilman representing the Beaches has been on deployment for the US Army and National Guard. We're talking about his new legislation - and some of the top issues in Jacksonville. Plus - Duval County Schools sends their best...Board Chairman Darryl Willie updates us on the superintendent search - and why graduation rates are up in the district.
This Week in Jacksonville: Cord Byrd, Michael Binder
Florida's Secretary of State Cord Byrd is here to explain the first full year impact of the Election Crimes and Security office. Plus - pollster Michael Binder. We're going to look at presidential politics – and we’re going to talk about the reason UNF's Public Opinion Research Lab is getting some really good press.
This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - How medical tourism is shaping Florida’s fast-paced growth
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Florida is the fastest-growing state in the nation. Between 2021 and 2022, Florida’s population increased by 1.9%, and its population in 2022 is over nine times the size of its population from 1946.
This Week in Jacksonville: Jamie Dimon, Terrance Freeman
He's the CEO of the largest bank in the United States. Jamie Dimon is part of our show this week - after announcing expansion for JPMorgan Chase in Northeast Florida. Plus Jacksonville's former City Council President. Terrance Freeman wants to talk about city issues - and his battle against cancer.
This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - UNF collabs with Johnson & Johnson to advance manufacturing engineering
The University of North Florida’s School of Engineering received another boost from a major company located in Jacksonville. The expanding partnership continues a years-long relationship between Johnson & Johnson and UNF.
This Week in Jacksonville: Jimmy Peluso, Andrew Spar
Florida education in crisis? The Education Association president joins us from Tallahassee - explaining the ongoing vacancies in staffing positions around the state. Plus - it's an exciting time in Springfield and surrounding areas. City Council member Jimmy Peluso weighs in on the arts district on the way... and why he is irate about a state proposal to limit how much JEA gives to the city.
This Week in Jacksonville: Ron Salem, Michael Waltz
City Council President Ron Salem did not agree with how the mayor brought down the monument in Springfield Park. Dr. Salem joins Kent Justice to talk about that and the surprise delay in the Laura Street Trio project. We'll also dig into how millions of taxpayer dollars are being spent on UF Health - to provide healthcare to the uninsured and inmates from the jail. Plus - military veteran Michael Waltz serves in the House of Representatives. His take - on the Secretary of Defense going silent on his health.