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Revitalizing riverfronts

Tom Lee Park is a 31-acre riverfront park in Memphis.

A nationally renowned expert in city revitalization and public space transformation shares insights from the newly unveiled Tom Lee Park in Memphis — a 31-acre riverfront park that serves as a model for inclusive, environmentally restorative urban spaces.

Guest:

Then, Moez Limayem, president of the University of North Florida, talks about branding, appreciation for UNF students and the community, and the challenges of leading in a time of educational turmoil.

And, The Art of Hope, a new exhibit featuring artworks by justice-involved artists, seeks to challenge perceptions about the criminal justice system and give a voice to those silenced by incarceration.

Guests:

  • Michael Bell, gallery director at the University of North Florida.
  • Michael M., artist.
  • Amanda Mahan, chief communications officer for Operation New Hope.
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Jamie Valet has covered local news and entertainment in Northeast Florida/Southeast Georgia for over 25 years. One of her favorite roles was co-producing and booking guests for a live local talk show, "The Chat," which aired live weekdays on First Coast News. Jamie has a decade of experience working in corporate communications, most recently for IKEA U.S., where she was responsible for media relations, marketing, and external and internal communications in the Jacksonville market. She also has experience in the nonprofit sector, where she coordinated area events and managed multiple social media platforms. <br/><br/>