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Clay Co. Commissioner Betsy Condon joined JMN to discuss a public budget workshop Tuesday, March 10, at 9am in Green Cove Springs. The workshop will include discussions on infrastructure projects shaping the County's future.

JMN is live at the Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens, with Carolyn LaRose, Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens Board Member. She shares the Board's (and the general public's) excitement about today's debut of the Manatee River rehabilitation and habitat exhibit, as hundreds have shown up hours before the Zoo even opens.

JMN is live at the Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens, showcasing the "ReZOOvenation" with the new VyStar Skyscape Entrance and the J. Wayne & Delores Barr Weaver Manatee River habitat. Wildlife Wanderer Curtis Dvorak joins JMN with details of the new features.

JMN is live at the Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens with Kena Herrera, a 23-yo environmental science student at UNF. She was at the Zoo before 4am today, and was STILL the 2nd person in line! She recognized that this is a once-in-a-lifetime ecology experience to be part of the Manatee River rehabilitation & habitat debut.

JMN is live at the Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens with Dr. Jeff Ettling, President of the Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens. While crowds celebrate the opening of the new VyStar Skyscape Entrance and J. Wayne & Delores Barr Weaver Manatee River, he emphasizes that the mission is conservation.

JMN is live at the Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens with Derek Mock from the Education Department of the Jax Zoo. He helps guests learn about rescue and rehabilitation mission of the Manatee River facility, in cooperation with MRRP (Mandatee Rescue & Rehabilitation Partnership) and FWC. The goal is to rescue, rehab, and release manatees back into the wild -- but to allow guests to learn about and appreciate these gentle giants in the process.

JMN is live at the Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens with Mayor Donna Deegan, as she celebrates the new Manatee River exhibit, and the research and conversation resources that make this one of the best Zoos in the nation -- that's not just hyperbole, it's recognized by USA Today! Hundreds of families have turned out for this morning's premiere opening, highlighting Jacksonville's commitment to innovation.

JMN is live at the Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens with Wildlife Wanderer Curtis Dvorak, as the J. Wayne and Delores Barr Weaver Manatee River rehabilitation and habitat center is officially open. It's because of animal care facilities like this, and the conservation efforts supported by the local community, that make the Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens among the best zoos in the country. You can add your support by voting in the USA Today Best Zoo Poll at https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/best-zoo/

Josh Hasten, Middle East Correspondent for the Jewish News Syndicate, joins JMN live in the midst of a current missile alert in Jerusalem. He provides context of the lived-experience of alerts and missile strikes, where missile defenses are effective but not perfect -- an Iranian missile struck a synagogue in Beit Shemesh, killing 9, earlier this week. The interview is in two parts, as communication was interrupted due to atmospheric interference.

WOKV military analyst Col. Chris Budihas joins JMN with insight on the latest developments in Operation: Epic Fury. There is global concern about the methods used to take out Iranian leadership, but the majority of opinions regard it as a positive and necessary change. While there is favor for the mission's broad goals of regime change, democracy advancement, and nuclear limitation, there is also concern about how long it will go on, and there is legislative concern about President Trump's course of action without congressional approval or oversight.

Chase Robinson from First Coast Crime Stoppers joins JMN to promote their upcoming 12th Annual Charity Sporting Clay Shoot, April 9 at Jacksonville Clay Target Sports. The fundraiser benefits FCCS Non-Profit 501(c)(3). Visit FCCRIMESTOPPERS.COM for registration information. If you have a tip that could help solve a crime, call 866-845-TIPS (8477).

Hubbard House is launching a new domestic violence initiative, raising awareness through a partnership with TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico. Hubbard House CEO Dr. Gail Patin and TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico President Kevin Kendrick join JMN to discuss the intiative. TOTE will unveil a 40-foot shipping container with Hubbard House branding to raise awareness of domestic violence and the support available for survivors in the Jacksonville area, Southeastern US, and Puerto Rico. The crisis contact number is 1-800-799-SAFE (7233).

Ruthie Blum, Senior Contributing Editor for the Jewish News Syndicate, and co-host of the Israel Undiplomatic podcast, joins JMN live from Tel Aviv. Ruthie reports that in addition to strikes from Iran, Hezbollah is firing missile strikes from Lebanon, and Lebanese missile strikes offer very little advance warning time to seek safety. Despite increased violence, attitudes among Israelis are generally favorable for the current operations against Iran and the associated US support, and optimistic for quick resolution.

HGTV's Fixer to Fabulous hosts Dave & Jenny Marrs will be at the Jax Home & Patio Show this weekend at the Prime Osborn Convention Center. They joined JMN to share how they bring ideas from their show to live stages, offer practical tips for starting home renovaion projects, and share the chaos that is family life off-camera. The Jaxksonville Spring Home & Patio Show is this weekend, March 6-8. Visit JACKSONVILLESPRINGHOMESHOW.COM for tickets and information.

Mike McCormick of Florida's Poison Control Centers, and guests Kim & Bryan Kelly join JMN. The Kellys lost their son Palmer 6 years ago to drug addiction. They are turning their pain into purpose in cooperation with Drug Free Duval, raising awareness about addiction and recovery/help resources. They are promoting the 2nd Annual A.L.I.V.E. Golf Classic, May 4 at Queen's Harbour Yacht & Country Club. A.L.I.V.E. = All Life Is Valuable Everyone. Visit DRUGFREEDUVAL.ORG for more information. The Florida Poison Control Center is available at 800-222-1222.

Representative Rutherford joins JMN to share thoughts on Operation: Epic Fury, and legislative briefings to come later this week.

Representative Bean joins JMN to share thoughts on Operation: Epic Fury, and legislative brifings to come later this week.

WOKV military affairs analyst Chris Budihas joins JMN, and shares thoughts on Operation: Epic Fury, strategic initiatives in play, and the unusual delay in a formal public briefing (2 days later?) after a major military engagement. Hear more with Chris Budihas every Sunday at 8am with First Coast Military Life.

Mayor Deegan joins JMN to discuss current issues in Jacksonville, including how current military actions in Iran and abroad impact local families in the Jacksonville military communities, the latest controversies regarding JEA, the 49th Annual Gate River Run & Jax Food and Wine Festival, local sports franchises, stadium renovations, a treat for Jacksonville's junior readers, and more.

Chase Robinson from FCCS joins JMN, asking for your help to resolve recent events including the teen takeover/shooting events at Jax Beach last weekend and the possibility of another similar event this weekend. Additionally, FCCS is collaborating with multiple Florida law enforcement agencies on cases of human trafficking in our area. If you have a tip on any crime, your anonymity is guaranteed and it could be worth money. Call 866-845-TIPS (8477). or dial **TIPS on your cell phone.

Sally Hazelip, Head of School for the North Florida School of Special Education, joins JMN to discuss the JTA Connexion Plus fare hike, and how it will negatively impact the special needs community.

Action News Jax meteorologist Garrett Bedenbaugh joins JMN with a look at this weekend's forecast. Rain is coming early Saturday, but it's just passing through before we get warm and dry again, with temperatures rising through the week as we move closer to the Gate River Run and Players' Championship events coming up.

Daniel Davis, President and CEO Jax Chamber, joins JMN to share details on the Jax Food & Wine Festival, Saturday March 7 at Artists Square Park. This is the inaugural event, featuring tastings from the Foley wine collection, local chef cuisine, music, and more -- and it's a great way to celebrate/recover from the Gate River Run! Visit JFWF.COM for tickets.

Ryan Piersza, of the Coach Kirk Foundation, joins JMN to promote the Coach Kirk 5K at Beach Walk this weekend. He shares details on the legacy of the late Coach Jimmy Kirk, an ESE professional and multi-sport coach in St. Johns County. Register at "COACHKIRKLEGACY5K.ITSYOURRACE.COM," or search for Coach Kirk 5K on Facebook or Instagram.

Jimmy Failla joins JMN with thoughts on the State of the Union address, digging out of the New York City blizzard, and a preview of tonight's FOX ACROSS AMERICA at 6pm.

JMN is live at Timuquana Golf & Country Club – Principal Melissa Ilski, Guardian Catholic School, and Deacon Scott Conway, Superintendent of Catholic Schools discuss student success through Guardian Catholic School, and the school/community engagement dynamic. Today's Ron Townsend Golf Classic charity tournament raises funds to provide educational resources for GCS.

JMN is live on location at Timuquana Golf & Country Club -- Ron Townsend, the Golf Classic namesake, first Black member of Augusta National, and former President of Gannett, joins JMN to discuss the tournament's history, and legacy of fundraising for Guardian Catholic School. Jaguars HOF kicker Josh Scobee, a long time advocate for GCS, shares the segment and serves as co-chair for this year's tournament. Visit GUARDIANCATHOLIC.COM to learn more.

JMN is Live on Location at Timuquana Golf & Country Club – Shironda Jones, Director of Advancement, joins JMN to discuss today's charity golf tournament, and how funds raised benefit students and academic programs at GCS.

Meteorologist Garrett Bedenbaugh joins JMN to looks at this weekend's forecast. Lots of sun, lots of pollen, not a lot of rain -- so fire risks remain high. A cold front is moving in early next week, so expect a massive temperature drop back to highs in the mid-50's.

Denise Schonwald, Registered Nurse and Mental Health Counselor, joins JMN to discuss the mental & emotional impacts of the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie -- how the experience impacts Guthrie's family, and the public at large as this trauma unfolds in the public sphere.

The JMN crew looks at some of the area events this weekend. Treat yourself to a movie night at the Ritz Theatre, this weekend the Jax Symphony features music from Rogers, Hart, and Hammersteinat Jacoby Hall, and across the hallway Sunday afternoon it's The Price Is Right Live, come on down! The North Beaches Artwalk is tonight, and every weekend it's the Beaches Green Market. The Glass Factory hosts the Jax Chocolate, Wine, and Whiskey Festival. The Professional Bull Riders are at the Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena this weekend. And you can get your laughs with Tom Papa's Grateful Bread comedy tour at the Florida Theatre. All these events and more are featured in the Weekend Spotlight story!

Legendary comedian Jeff Foxworthy joins JMN in advance of his April 23 show at the Thrasher-Horne Center in Orange Park. He reflects on 40 years of comedy, the rising stars that make him laugh, who would be on HIS Mount Rushmore of Comedy, and how comedy transcends social and political barriers. Visit THCENTER.ORG for tickets.

Mike Work from the Florida Forest Service joins JMN to share details about local fire risks within the area due to extreme drought conditions, and how fire services are prepared to address issues. He also has tips for homeowners to prevent fire risks in your own yards. Visit BEWILDFIREREADYFL.COM for more information!

Steve Leathers, of Transwestern Real Estate, joins JMN to share details about the property sale, what impact it may have on medical services and resources available, and how the property could grow.

Every weekend, the JMN crew looks at some events happening in the Jacksonville area you might enjoy. While America's Race is happening in Daytona, the REAL thunder is with Micro League Wrestling at That Bar at the Arena tonight! If touch is your love language, feel the love when the Jacksonville Icemen take the ice against the Savannah Ghost Pirates. Nothing says love like a hockey fight, right? Need romance? The Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra performs Romeo & Juliet selections from Tchaikovsky, Prokofiev, and Bernstein. Feel that family love vibe with Mrs. Doubtfire performances at the Moran Theatre. And if you need to get out of that whole romance headspace? Check out The Ultimate Doors Tribute at the Thrasher Horne Center, and break on through to the other side! All of these events and more can be found in the WOKV Weekend Spotlight story.

Chase Robinson joins JMN to share updates on ongoing unsolved crimes that your tip could help resolve, including a fatal hit and run in Oak Hill. Your tips to First Coast Crime Stoppers are always anonymous, and could result in a cash reward. If you have a tip to share, call 866-845-TIPS or **TIPS.

Jimmy Failla joins JMN for another edition of Headlines & Punchlines. Today's topics of satire? The biggest story in sports: MLB Spring Training starts! Oh, and some GOP folks are in twist about Bad Bunny's halftime show - What did Jimmy think of it? And who would HE want to see perform? And speaking of who he would recommend, who would be on Jimmy's Comedy Mount Rushmore? Hear more with Jimmy Failla every night at 6pm on FOX Across America!

Meteorologist Garrett Bedenbaugh joins JMN with a look at this weekend's forecast, and what impact it might have on your Super Bowl viewing plans.

Action News Jax political reporter Jake Stofan joins JMN with an update on the latest from the Florida Legislative session. Citizenship ID stamps are one topic drawing some attention; another hot topic is a database for felon voting rights restoration (re: Amendment 4); several pet protection/registrty bills are currently before the lesiglature; and more.

Jimmy Failla joins JMN for the weekly edition of Headlines & Punchlines (they're interchangeable these days) - and shares his thoughts on "nationalized elections," Trump's latest journalist aspersion, and how maybe people are putting too much emphasis on what's SAID versus what's DONE...and why we're living a reality like the Doors' "Roadhouse Blues," so wake up this morning and have yourself a beer, if that's your thing. Hear more with Jimmy Failla on FOX ACROSS AMERICA weeknights at 6pm!

Mayor Deegan joins JMN for a monthly review of what's happening in the COJ administration. In the first part, she recaps the 2026 Donna Marathon, and a number of local political/social issues - community engagement in recent town halls, infrastructure needs, the Duval DOGE report (and hyper-partisan scrutiny), city personnel controversies, and more. In the 2nd half, Mayor Deegan discusses the Duval Readers initiative and the program's success, Jacksonville's relationship with ICE (operationally managed through JSO), and what's coming up in the next series of Town Halls.

Chase Robinson, Executive Director of First Coast Crime Stoppers, joins JMN with details of a recent animal cruelty event in a Jacksonville park, and updates on other cold cases. If you have information that leads to case resolutions, it could be worth a cash reward and FCCS guarantees your anonymity will be protected. Call 866-845-TIPS (8477) if you have a tip to share.

The US Marine Corps visits with JMN. Col. Scott Stephan (Commanding Officer, 6th Marine Corps District, Parris Island SC), Sgt. Maj. Brandon Fairbanks (6th Marine Corps District, and Jax native), and Maj. Matthew Weber (Commanding Officer, Recruiting Station Jacksonville) discuss the values and characteristics of US Marines, and how interested men and women can explore the journey to the title and service career of a US Marine. Visit MARINES.COM or @FLORIDAGEORGIAMARINES for more information.

Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins joined JMN to discuss Florida's administrative leadership and law enforcement agencies' support for ICE operations. He defended ICE actions and judgment in "kinetic" field operations, in opposition to the apparent lack of administrative and local LEO support seen in Minnesota.

Law enforcement analyst and retired LEO Steve Hauk joins JMN to examine details from the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minnesota. The White House, DHS, and ICE have issued statements framing it a defensive shooting. Hauk observes that multiple videos provide different angles of the incident, consistently refuting the government's narrative.

Approximately 1 in 7 Jacksonville-area residents are food-insecure, living in a "food desert" without local access to fresh, healthy, nutritious food. Anne Coglianese, Chief Resilience Officer for the City of Jacksonville, joins JMN to discuss the COJ "State of Food" Plan, to address food insecurity, in terms of food production, distribution, access, and food waste/recovery. Questions or comments can be directed to foodplan@coj.net , and the city will host public meetings to update the public on program developments and address resident questions.

Brian Kilmeade joins JMN to share thoughts on Trump's recent campaign to acquire Greenland as a US property. Hear more on this and other headlines of the day on the Brian Kilmeade Show, daily from 10am to noon.

Erick joins JMN with thoughts on the Trump's latest demands and threats regarding Greenland, and the unanimous international criticism of same. But there's also lots of domestic headlines to follow -- the latest in Minnesota ICE controversies, Congressional funding deadlights, party infighting among both the GOP and Dems, and more. Hear more on the Erick Erickson Show, noon to 3pm!

Meteorologist Corey Simma joins JMN with a deep dive on this weekend's cold temperatures. A brief warmup Saturday precedes a stretch of bonafide Florida winter weather.

Action News Jax's political reporter Jake Stofan joins JMN with a recap of the first week of the Florida Legislative Session. Property tax reform is the high profile agenda item, but there's more underway -- and multiple special legislative sessions already scheduled in the months to come.