Kathy Waterman

Today, we discuss how the First Coast YMCA is bringing a community focus to the fight against chronic diseases. Plus, cardiologist Dr. Michael McConnell discusses his new book, "Fight Heart Disease like Cancer."

We discuss the biggest headlines of the week with our favorite minds in local journalism. Then, we introduce Sunny War, who will be performing live at WJCT. JME contributor Hurley Winkler sits down with her to discuss her songwriting skills and what to look forward to at her concert tonight on the soundstage.

We delve into the aftermath of the BP gas station explosion in 2011 in St. Augustine. We talk with Jacob Whitley, director of the upcoming documentary "Behind the Smoke," and firefighter Lt. Sheryl Rodgers. After that, we get an update on the federal corruption case against former JEA executives and then a sneak peek into "Beautiful: The Carole King Musical" at Players by the Sea.

Today, our guests recount the history of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and his ties to St. Augustine and Florida. Then, folks from the Alhambra Theatre talk about the music and history of the Million Dollar Quartet, giving a sneak peek into their upcoming show.

Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan appears on today's show to answer your questions. Then, reporter Dan Scanlan joins us for a segment we call "Driving Me Crazy." He shares the latest trends in electric vehicles.

Chris Hand and A.G. Gancarski discuss anticipated developments in Florida's Legislature. After that, Jacksonville City Council President Ron Salem sheds light on the controversial removal of Confederate statues in Springfield.

We explore brain health with experts Dr. Natalia Rost and David Evans, emphasizing its importance beyond memory lapses. Then, Nick Howland, a Navy veteran and executive director of Fire Watch, shares the group's work for the First Coast community.

On this first Friday of the year, First Coast Week in Review discussed the week's top headlines with local media representatives. Topics included the removal of Confederate statues in Springfield and the rejection of the latest plan for the Laura Street Trio. Then, Mr. Al Pete shared insights about his new show "The Neighborhood."

Advocates from Take 'Em Down Jax discuss the decadelong fight over removing Confederate statues in Springfield. Plus, artist and sculptor Brenda Councill shares details about her upcoming statue of renowned author and abolitionist Harriet Beecher Stowe. Then, our good friend Yaya Cardona shares with us the lineup of events taking place in Duval to kick off the first weekend of 2024.

We talk with local fitness experts in our Real People Roundtable, discussing the importance of an active lifestyle. Then, pianist and composer Conrad Tao previews his upcoming performance at the Jacksonville Symphony.