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As we honor Black History Month, we cover the lesser-known history of Manhattan Beach in Jacksonville, Florida’s first African American beach resort. Then we preview the Florida Forum Speaker Series, and we highlight the PBS Writers Contest.

On tonight’s program: There’s a lot of gambling money coming into state coffers from the gaming compact with the Seminole Tribe and a lot of it is going to environmental projects; Governor DeSantis doesn’t seem to have quite as much clout in the legislature this year and Democratic lawmakers seem quick to point that out; And Florida’s population growth is reducing the ability of the state’s underground aquifer to resist salt water intrusion. A prominent naturalist is documenting the catastrophic impact on coastal freshwater wetlands.

Discover the untold story of a forgotten hate crime in Jacksonville. The documentary "Just Another Bombing" chronicles a Klan bombing 60 years ago. Then, we explore the world of STEM with Science Sis, a program empowering young girls of color. Lastly, we talk with PS27 Ventures, which is offering an opportunity for six business owners to pitch live for a $250,000 capital investment.

On tonight’s program: Florida students from kindergarten through 12th grade would be required to learn the dangers of communism under legislation that’s rapidly advancing through the state Senate; Proposed restrictions on social media access for kids under the age of 16 are still being tweaked in the Legislature, while young opponents protest; Those who suffered abuse in now-closed Florida reform schools could receive reparations if a bill now moving through the Legislature passes and becomes law; Democrats and activists are opposing a bill that would change the way renewable energy is used in Florida; And those who coach athletics in Florida schools may soon face a requirement they learn CPR.

Today we reflect on Florida's attempts to expand access to health care while also continuing to refuse federal Medicaid dollars. Then we talk with a student researcher at the University of North Florida about the importance of hands-on learning, and we hear from auto guru Dan Scanlan about safety technology in newer vehicles.

On tonight’s program: Budget talks between the Florida House and Senate are expected to start on Monday; Governor DeSantis dispatches another batch of Florida military and law enforcement personnel to the U.S. border with Mexico; Despite fits, starts and possible legal pitfalls, social media restrictions for younger kids is headed to Governor DeSantis’s desk; After some tweaks in the Florida Senate, a bill allowing property owners to shoot bears that trespass and pose a threat is heading back to the House; While some lawmakers argue Florida should stop offering services that might attract undocumented immigrants to the state, other say the state should welcome them with open arms; It may be 3 months until the official start of the 2024 hurricane season, but the Accuweather folks are already predicting it’ll be a doozy; Left lane lingering on certain higher-speed roads will become illegal in Florida if a bill headed to Governor DeSantis becomes law; Even though college enrollment is very commonplace today, there are still instances where an individual is the first in their family to seek a higher education; And some University of South Florida students are laboring in the political trenches in advance of this Saturday’s South Carolina Primary Election.

Today, we discover health care's latest trends with our expert medical roundtable. Topics include the spike in syphilis cases, updated COVID-19 guidelines, STD self-test kits and the connection between weight loss drugs and mental health.

Adam Sugalski is a key player in a protest against the "Self Defense Act," a Florida legislative proposal that would allow people to kill bears to protect themselves.

On tonight’s program: It appears a bill conferring full legal personhood on fetuses will not pass this legislative session; Parental choice may be blended into a bill allowing older teens to work more hours than current law allows; Not everyone is enamored with the idea of religious chaplains filling the role of trained mental health counselors in Florida schools; The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments today about laws in Florida and Texas that ban social media platforms from censoring adult speech; And Governor DeSantis is adding millions of dollars into a fund that helps hurricane victims.

Today we explore how Florida is affected by a court ruling in Alabama that deemed frozen embryos to be human beings. Plus, we discuss the reconsideration of death penalty cases after changes in Florida law.