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Economy Of Solar, After Matthew & What About The Turtles? — Episode 7

Bonnie Zerr
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WJCT News

Welcome to Redux, a weekly newsmagazine from WJCT and the podcast for the First Coast.

This week, we take a look at solar energy. More specifically, we look at Amendment 1, which is on the Nov. 8 ballot. At first glance, the summary of the amendment sounds pretty good. But upon closer inspection, the measure might be less about renewable energy and more about money. 

We also examine the integrity of the First Coast's sewage and power systems after Hurricane Matthew, and we will provide an update on how well our area's sea turtles fared during the storm.  

Also, learn more about WJCT's After Hours programming, including the expansion of Relax Radio. The podcast is hosted by Vince Kong.

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A waste water treatment plant in Mandarin.

St. Johns County Sewer System Fares Better Than Duval’s; State Investigating Overflows

Governor Rick Scott is ordering the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to investigate massive sewage spills after hurricanes Hermine and Matthew.

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A generator helps supply power during an outage caused by Hurricane Matthew.

18,000 JEA Customers Still Without Power, Asking ‘What’s The Deal?’

Durrence, one of roughly 18,000 still without power, has a generator and it’s helped keep food cool even without power. She has multiple refrigerators hooked up in an open garage. She’s keeping food for her son and brother’s family.

Quillen aboard the Archimedes
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WJCT News

Anti-Amendment 1 Solar-Powered Boat Tour Sets Sail In Florida

A traveling protest against Florida’s solar Amendment 1 launched Tuesday in Jacksonville. The boat covered in solar panels will stop in high-trafficked areas as it heads south.

A mailer from the group Consumers for Smart Solar.

Polls Spell Trouble For Opponents Of November Solar Amendment

We look at how the language of the bill might impact voting.

Digital Content Editor Vince Kong can be reached at vkong@wjct.org, 904-358-6349 or on Twitter @teamvincek