Kathy Waterman

Operation New Hope expands into Clay County jail; Jacksonville Music Experience previews two documentaries; UNF teaches about cannabis in health care; the Civic Orchestra of Jacksonville gives last performance of season.

We take a closer look at breast cancer and how it has affected some residents on the First Coast. Then: Alan Paul discusses his new book about the Allman Brothers, and we review the Jaguars' win over the Indianapolis Colts.

This week, we speak with individuals who are committed to tearing down barriers in health care through representation.

It’s estimated that 20% of people have some level of dyslexia, which accounts for 80–90% of all learning disabilities. But like many other cities in the U.S., Jacksonville has limited support resources to offer dyslexic students.

October is Foster Youth Voice Month, a time devoted to giving children in the foster care system a voice.

Mayor Donna Deegan joined us today on First Coast Connect, shortly after her 100th day in office. She discussed her work so far, as well as her goals for the future.

This Monday on First Coast Connect, we rounded up our neighbors from Jacksonville’s Beaches. They are everyday people who joined us to talk about what it's like to live and work in the Beaches.

Dr. Sunil Joshi, the city's chief health officer, discusses his plans for addressing health disparities and improving the health of residents.

Our media panel discusses the controversial arrest of Le’Keian Woods, the sale of Regency Square Mall and a dramatic increase in evictions. Plus: three new songs on the Independent.

Local experts discuss book bans and how they affect neighborhood bookstores; the Arlington Mod & More Home Tour returns for its seventh year; the Jacksonville Music Experience talks with singer-songwriter Madison Hughes; meet the Limitless Dragons Breast Cancer dragon boat team.