Anne Schindler
Host, "First Coast Connect"Anne Schindler joined WJCT News as host of First Coast Connect in October 2023, after nearly three decades in Jacksonville print and television.
Anne has worked in the Jacksonville media market since 1995, first as a reporter for the original Folio Weekly, then as the publication’s editor-in-chief from 2002 until her departure.
In 2012, Anne transitioned to television as executive producer of special projects for First Coast News, Northeast Florida’s NBC and ABC affiliates.
Anne graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in journalism. Her first job in journalism was at the Twin Cities Reader, under the paper’s then-editor, David Carr.
She currently serves as chair of the Northeast Florida Media Committee and is a member of the University of North Florida School of Communication’s Professional Advisory Board.
Her credits include a Regional Edward R. Murrow Award for investigative journalism, eight Association of Alternative Newsweeklies Awards and five NATAS Suncoast Emmy Awards, including in the investigative reporting and topical documentary categories.
“To bring everything I’ve learned to First Coast Connect at this moment in our region’s evolution is a dream opportunity,” Anne said. “I’m ready to listen — and to ask the hard questions that matter to our audience.”
You can reach Anne at aschindler@wjct.org.
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First Coast ConnectOn today's show, we hear from two experts about making the leap from supporting a cause to leading one.
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First Coast ConnectThe resignation of JEA CEO Jay Stowe shakes up leadership at the city-owned utility. Then: ways you can participate in Earth Day on April 22.
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First Coast ConnectThe award-winning documentary captures the initial Russian assault on Ukraine. It will screen at WJCT Studios on Thursday.
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First Coast ConnectGov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation Friday that limits civilian review boards and mandates a 25-foot setback at police scenes.
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First Coast ConnectWe catch up on this week's biggest local headlines with our panel of media experts.
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First Coast ConnectInvestigative journalist Nichole Manna shares the outcome of an Internal Affairs investigation sparked by her reporting.
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First Coast ConnectWe explore the history of the humble but heroic coquina stone.
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First Coast ConnectA new investigation takes a deep dive into the ascent — and associates — of GOP insider Kent Stermon.
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First Coast ConnectA Jacksonville property owner fights back after squatters destroy her home.
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First Coast ConnectOn today's show, Jacksonville club Jack Rabbits reflects on historic milestones, near disasters and the day-to-day hustle of club ownership. Later, historian Tim Gilmore unveils the persona behind the “Whiskey King” and Yaya Cardona of Cre8Jax gives the lowdown on local events.