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Blue-green algae plumes are common in some waterways, and locally it's a concern at Doctor's Lake that can cause adverse health effects. Clay County Health Officer Heather Huffman joins JMN to discuss water safety awareness issues, and how folks can protect themselves when swimming, boating, fishing, etc.
Garrett joins JMN to talk about how hot it's going to be for this weekend and gives an update on what to expect with the blistering heat.
Ryan joins JMN to talk about some proposals in President Trump's budget which includes School Choice Legislation. He also talks about how Vice President JD Vance is heading back to the Vatican.
Chase Robinson joins JMN to talk about how one tip led to an arrest that led to two illegal gambling rooms as well as another tip that led to five arrests for having $24,000 of marijuana. He also talks about a couple of other cases that First Coast Crime Stoppers has highlighted
Fox Across America host Jimmy Failla joins JMN with thoughts on the $400 million airplane offered to President Trump from Qatar -- and which is more important, the ethics or the vanity? And who knew Jimmy was a such huge fan of Buccee's?! Hear more from Jimmy Fallia on Fox Across America weeknights at 6pm!
Tim Forson joins JMN to discuss his upcoming retirement from the SJC Superintendent office, and reflects on his career and accomplishments. Beyond that, he looks toward the future and continued growth and success for SJC schools, as final candidates to succeed him interview today.
Dr. Michael Koren joins JMN to discuss the presence of microplastics in products we consume regularly, and research on what impacts such microplastics may have - including potential impacts with dementia and Alzheimers. To learn more about Alzheimers, join us for a free MedEvidence luncheon this Friday! Email "MedEvent@cmg.com" to register!
Meteorologist Garrett Bedenbaugh joins JMN with a look at the weekend forecast, so you can make your indoor and outdoor plans for Mother's Day weekend!
Dr. Bill Hennessey, Chief Integrity Officer for CareGuide, joins JMN with details on a study suggesting that 1 in 3 people can't afford health insurance or associated costs for care, prescriptions, etc. His organization advocates price negotiations, and he has tips for how patients can mitigate costs by using resources other than hospitals for care processes.
Action News Jax's Chandler Morgan joins JMN with a story about the risks airliners face every day, every flight, and the precautions taken to ensure passenger safety. Risks run from weather concerns, to grass considerations (type, height, etc!), to wildlife in the airport vicinity, and particularly bird strikes - when birds and planes collide. Hear Chandler's full report tonight at 545pm on CBS47 and FOX30!
Lt. Todd Boger & Director Russ Martin join JMN to discuss proposed E-bike speed limit modifications, and safety considerations for E-bike (and all bike-related) passengers. Several recent injuries in the SJC area, and an increase in injury incident frequency in Florida, have prompted considerations on how best to mitigate risk factors, as SJC commissioners discussed the topic at last night's meeting.
Jimmy Failla joins JMN with thoughts on the Trump/Carney meeting yesterday, Canadian superstar name drops, shock collars, and more! Hear Jimmy every Wednesday monring on JMN, and every weeknight from 6pm-9pm on Fox Across America here on WOKV.
Chase Robinson of First Coast Crime Stoppers joins JMN to discuss the upcoming First Coast Crime Stoppers livestream event, and several crimes that could use some assistance to resolve. Visit FCCRIMESTOPPERS.COM to learn more, and call 866-845-TIPS (8477) if you've got a tip!
Meteorologist Garrett Bedenbaugh joins JMN with a deep dive into the weekend forecast, when we'll see some rain in the days to come, and what you can expect if you're headed to the Shrimp Festival in Fernandina Beach!
Every week the JMN crew highlights some of the weekend events around town, This week, you can get your gardening on as Kristine highlights the Native Park Workday, Scotty shares the details on the Symphony movie night magic, as the Jax Symphony performs the score of Harry Potter & The Deathly Hallows Pt2, and Rich has details on Pat Benetar at The Amp, the Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival in Fernandina Beach, and we give away tickets to ExZOOberation with the Jacksonville Zoo! Get a full listing of events in our Weekend Spotlight story!
Jimmy Failla joins JMN with his one-word summary of Trump's "First 100 Days," and following a comedian's new Guiness world record for longest standup comedy performance, Jimmy talks about the longest night of his career ...so far! Get more laughs with Jimmy Failla on Fox Across America, weeknights at 6pm on WOKV!
While Trump's ranking on immigration & border security is high, recent polls regarding his economic policies suggest America is not a fan. Congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins JMN from DC, where Congress returns to session with several key points to address, including Trump's "big beautiful bill" spending package, which includes a target of $880 billion in expense cuts -- prompting Democrat concerns that some Medicaid services may be on the chopping block to meet that cut agenda, at the expense of citizens at large.
We are proud to present yet another live recording this week featuring our new look for Season 21 of Cheshire Matters. WE'RE BACK once again with your favourite 'digital' pub with discussions from the 'quirky three', filled with satire, humour (and more than a dash of sarcasm) featuring your absolutely fabulous, amazingly brilliant, witty and ridiculously talented 'Ab Fab', the delicious, delightful and delovely digital pub landlord (with the great hair do) podcast host Jonathan Starkey, with regular panelists Trevor Nicholls (the Gazelle) and Mark Hartley (Stats Man). With host Ab Fab, Stats Man and the Gazelle are discussing current affairs like the Runcorn and Helsby By Election, Landlords being bought by Labour to house Migrants and is Islam taking over the UK with the help of Labour.This is a must listen to for everyone worldwide but also residents in Cheshire, MPs, councils and Councillors in Cheshire and all other public officials (in case we don't survive another week in the UK). Hope all public officials in authority are enhanced DBS checked? Cheshire Matters will be checking up on you. You don't really know who in public office you can trust these days!!!!!!!Join us for our often humorous but sometimes serious commentary and insights on these subjects and more from the best digital pub with the best and most deliciously witty digital pub landlord in the UK (the guest panellists, apart from Stats and the Gazelle, are extremely minor entities along for the ride).Opening and Closing Music - Moving On © and ℗ JMN 2015Another absolutely brilliant (and we mean absolutely brilliant and better than anything else that jumps out of your phone from Cheshire and beyond) JMN production for Cheshire Matters.DisclaimerAt the time of recording and publishing Cheshire Matters believes all information relayed to be correct to the best of our knowledge. Views of guests are not necessarily the views of Cheshire Matters. Any information and opinions given are not intended to cause any non-trivial, psychological or physical harm to a likely audience.
Joe "Myers" Vasquez joins JMN to share details about this weekend's Jax Ready Fest at the Prime Osborn Convention Center. This fest is a fun chance to interact with first responders, get tips on preparation for the upcoming storm season & your Hurricane Kit, and more. Lots of exhibits, lots of family fun, and lots of great information TODAY and TOMORROW at the Jax Ready Fest!
Meteorologist Garrett Bedenbaugh joins JMN with a deep dive into the weekend forecast, so you'll know what to expect whether you're hitting up Touch-A-Truck, the PanCAN Purple Stride, or the Opening of the Beaches! Don't forget your sunscreen!
Mike McCormick from the Florida Poison Control Center in Jacksonville joins JMN to share details on Dug Take Back Day, Saturday April 26. If you have old, expired, unused drugs - whether prescription, over the counter, or otherwise - bag them up and you can turn them in NO QUESTIONS ASKED. It's a safe way to dispose of excess materials, protecting you and your family. Turn them in to law enforcement at your local pharmacy, fire station, police substation, or other approved sites -- like the Jax Ready Fest, where Florida Poison Control will be on hand for presentations. Visit DEA.GOV or FLORIDAPOISONCONTROL.ORG for more information.
Justin Cousart, events and promotions guru for our Cox Media Group stations, joins JMN to share details about this weekend's Touch-A-Truck event! This Saturday at Brooks Family YMCA, bring the kids and enjoy the day exploring the big trucks, fire trucks, Amazon trucks, food trucks, helicopters, horses, and more! There is a horn-free hour from 8am-9am for stimulus-sensative guests, then music and more starting at 9am. The event is free, but we do ask that you register in advance at WOKV.COM. See you Saturday at Touch-A-Truck!
Jimmy Failla joins JMN with some hot takes on current events and teasers about what you'll hear on tonight's show. Join Jimmy every evening 6pm-9pm for Fox Across America here on WOKV!
Vatican officials confirmed the passing of Pope Francis early this morning. Father Tom Willis, Director of Liturgy for the Diocese of St. Augustine, joins JMN to reflect on the late Pope and discuss what's next for the Catholic Church.
FOX News Radio's Jonathan Savage joins JMN from London, with the latest on Pope Francis passing at 88 years of age. Jonatahn has details on the upcoming event timelines surrounding the Pope's funeral, followed by the papal conclave in the College of Cardinals.
Nicole Manna, investigative reporter for The Tributary, a nonpartisan newsroom, joins JMN to update their investigation into the death of Charles Faggart while in custody of the Duval County Jail. Faggart is one of a surprising number of inmate deaths (145 since 2010), prompting lingering questions regarding inmate treatment, medical care resources at the jail, and more.
Jake joins JMN to talk about the shooting at Florida State University on Thursday, April 17th 2025. He also talks about the Hope Florida Foundation which is loosely attached to the agency of Children and Families may have committed wire fraud or money laundering.
Ryan joins JMN to talk about discussions to try and end the war between Ukraine and Russia as well as talks between the US and Iran to reach a nuclear agreement. He also talks about Sen. Van Hollen meeting with Kilmar Abrego Garcia who was moved to a prison in El Salvador.
Former Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry joins JMN to talk about the Florida State University that happened on Thursday, April 17th 2025. Mr. Curry's son attends FSU so he talks about what it was like to try and get in touch with his son.
Chase joins JMN to talk about the tips that led to the arrests of Breon Allen's killers as well as a cold case for the murder of Julia Vegas who was killed back in 1989.
Alexus joins JMN to talk about the memorial site at the Florida State University that has been growing overnight after the tragic shooting on the FSU campus on Thursday, April 17th 2025.
The JMN team get together to talk about some of the different activities happening around the Jacksonville area this weekend.
Ryan joins JMN to talk about Senator Chris Van Hollen taking a trip to El Salvador to visit Abrego Garcia who was arrested and sent to the El Salvador prison.
Curtis and Emily join JMN to talk about Death's Head Cockroaches and also how the zoo will go out and connect with students in classrooms around Jacksonville to educate the kids on some of the animals that can be found at Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens.
Ryan joins JMN to talk about a town hall in GA that got heated which resulted in people being ejected. He also talks about Joe Biden getting back out to talk about Social Security
Bethany joins JMN to talk about the ongoing construction on I-10 which has been going on for about 5 years which is projected to end this year.
Ryan joins JMN to talk about how Democrats are out in the community where DOGE is impacting things the most to try to take back the House and the Senate. He also talks about some of the universities that are worried about their funding being cut.
Ryan joins JMN to talk about what will happen once Congress returns from the Easter break where they will continue with the spending bill to tackle cuts and talk about spending. Also he talks about tariffs being placed on electrical parts.
Joseph joins JMN to talk about how the Jacksonville University community is helping out the medical community in Jacksonville as well as how many different healthcare locations there are in Jacksonville and also how JU has just announced their accelerated options for students to get into nursing.
Scott joins JMN to talk about alumni relations and how Charter Day is about how students get out in the Arlington area to celebrate and serve the community. There are over 700 volunteers and 37 organizations that are volunteering today.
Tim joins JMN to talk about Charter Day at Jacksonville University and how everyone is pitching in to celebrate the university being around for 91 years. He also talks about how the big state Universities are the main focus when it comes to the Department of Education as well as why people choose Jacksonville University to attend.
Jake joins JMN to talk about the state legislation on high THC hemp products and how it was passed on the promise that it would be used for industrialized products such as rope. He also talks about the Senate and House spending bills
Ryan joins JMN to talk about the bill that President Trump has put into place which could include Medicaid, cuts to balance the $7 trillion dollar debt, among other things.
Ryan joins JMN to talk about the 90 day pause on tariffs that President Trump has placed on numerous countries and also how China is still pushing back on the tariffs placed on them after Trump put a 125% tariff towards them.
Ken joins JMN to talk about the changes coming to the Regency Square Mall after it had been purchased by Blackwater Development and they are reimagining it and will call it The Nexus at Regency.
Brent joins JMN to talk about the start of the Masters in Augusta, GA. This is the 89th Masters tournament to take place.
Rick joins JMN to talk about the tariffs being placed on China and how three years ago jobs were sent overseas which has impacted the economy. He also talks about some of the things that we need to do to fix the economy.
Jonathan joins JMN to talk about the continuing trade war and how China has retaliated on the 104% tariff that President Trump put on them by putting an 84% tariff on US products.
Ryan joins JMN to discuss another day on Wall Street following the tariffs that President Trump put out last week as well as the bill that the Senate passed over the weekend.
Kemal Gasper, Vice President of Community Engagement and Claire Chinn, Development Manager join JMN to talk about an event coming up on Saturday, April 26th. Its the McGala fund raising event to celebrate 1,500 families that the Ronald McDonald house serve.