Functionally obsolete, often clogged with traffic and dangerous, the Mathews Bridge has outlived its useful life, says longtime city historian Alan Bliss. He explains why, despite its history, it’s time for the city and the Department of Transportation to begin planning for its phase-out.
Guest:
- Alan J. Bliss, CEO, Jacksonville History Center.
Then, as part of our ongoing election coverage, we sit down with the Republican incumbent lawmaker representing state House District 12. (Wyman Duggan’s Democratic challenger, Ben Sandlin, appeared on the program Aug. 7.)
Guests:
- Wyman Duggan, state representative for District 12.
And, News4Jax Sports Anchor and Reporter Alessandra Pontbriand joins us as the Jags' season gets underway for a look at the team’s first battle with the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 1 of the NFL preseason.