Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Meteorologist Trevor Gibbs looks at the weekend forecast -- pollen abounds, but it will be great baseball weather for the Jumbo Shrimp's opening weekend! A cool front is moving in tomorrow to increase breezes and drop temperatures a bit, but we're done with winter cold.

Jake Stofan reports on state and local politics, including expectations for the upcoming Florida Legislature special session, as a state budget still hasn't been resolved. The 2026-2027 fiscal year begins in July.

Senior vice president Noel Blaha joins JMN, and shares some of the changes to the game for new season of Jumbo Shrimp Baseball - like new ownership, call challenges, and championship rings (with replicas for fans)! Plus the "Pudding or Mayo?" challenge... eeeww!

JMN is live at VyStar Ballpark. Matt Goudreau, the new President & General Manager for the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp, joins JMN to share what fans can expect in new resources and game experiences in the new season -- plus of course there's championship swag as the Crustacean Nation celebrates last season's national championship win and gears up to defend the title!

Eben has the latest updates on the Iran conflict, as President Trump continues his "carrot and stick" diplomacy policy, witholding US military strikes as negotiations allegedly continue. Some oil tankers are being allowed passage through the Strait of Hormuz, whihc may ease some global oil concerns.

This week's local business spotlight features TUFT LYFE, a creative arts studio where customers can make their own custom rugs, custom decorate shoes, and more. Visit TUFTLYFE.COM for workshop schedules or more information.

Scott Kornberg, the Voice of the Jumbo Shrimp, joins JMN to recap their national championship win to close out last season, and discusses what fans can expect as the new season starts tonight!

FRI – Clark looks at colleges that are offering free admission, and why you’ve probably never heard about it! Visit CLARK.COM for details!

Dr. Gail Patin, CEO of Hubbard House, discusses this weekend's 17th "Stand Up And Stride" Domestic Violence Awareness Walk. The event is Saturday March 28, at the old Courthouse site on Bay Street downtown. The Walk starts at 9am with lots of family fun and educational resources. Visit HUBBARDHOUSE.ORG for more information. If you are facing domestic violence concerns, the Hubbard House hotline is...

SJC Sheriff Rob Hardwick discusses changes coming to Longleaf Pine Parkway following a recent fatal vehicle collision near Patriot Oaks Academy.

Andrew Linn, a third-generation Floridian and second-generation Broker at ERA ONETEAM joins JMN to share details on recent changes in the Jacksonville housing market, with recent trends favoring home buyers, with Jacksonville being one of the top 10 markets for buyers.

Social Media Trial verdicts - In Los Angeles on Wednesday, a jury found both Meta and YouTube liable for harm to children using their services. In New Mexico, a jury determined that Meta knowingly harmed children’s mental health and concealed what it knew about child sexual exploitation on its platforms.

Stacey Hoaglund, President of Disability Advocacy and Support Specialists, Inc, joins JMN to discuss two recent drownings of autistic kids in Florida and a trend of more than last year. Legislative initiatives promoting education resources and increasing swim training voucher age eligibility will help; another initiative regarding securing/alerting doors, gates, and pool access in rental propertie...

Iran rejected Trump’s cease-fire proposal, responding with their own offer and demands. Meanwhile, missile strikes continue between Iran and Israel. Israel claims a successful strike has eliminated the Iranian naval commander this morning, which may lead to more accessibility in the Strait of Hormuz. In other international news, Europeans have filed official complaints over sky-high US World Cup t...

THU – Clark says your best job growth opportunities are with small, local companies, and many small companies now offer 401K programs so you can start or continue your retirement savings.

Robin Peters, Exec. Dir. Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation – part of every Firehouse Subs purchase goes to scholarship opportunities to support the next generation of first responders. Funding also helps provide safety education programs in cooperation with local fire departments.

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. For a treatable type of cancer that affects so many, people aren't talking about it -- so Borland Groover Clinic is raising awareness. Carole Rogero, Community Outreach Manager for the Borland Groover Clinic, joins JMN to share details about the “March To Get Screened” event this weekend, Sun March 29 at Durbin Crossing Endoscopy Center in SJC....

Trump recently unveiled national AI policy framework, while House Speaker Johnson said the US will win the AI race – but only if two conditions are met.

Wade Wilson of Turner Pest Control joins JMN to discuss how bugs, pests, and vermin could be contributing to your seasonal malaise -- it may not just be allergies! He also shares details about how certain pest elimination products are carefully designed so as to NOT have adverse effects on other home or natural wildlife.

Jonathan looks at the latest developments in the Iran conflict, as President Trump claims a "15-point peace plan" is on the table, while Iranian officials contend that Trump is "negotiating with himself" and they have no interest in a peace program. Israel and Iran continue their respective missile strikes. US troops are mobilizing for Middle East deployment.

WED – Clark looks at low grocery price claims – and who Consumer Reports says actually has lower prices.

Dr. Koren is a cariologist, CEO and Director at the Jacksonville Center for Clinical Research of the Encore Research Group. He discusses how GLP-1 and other weightloss supplements trigger "incretins," hormones that induce feelings of satiation. These drugs are popularly prescribed and commonly effective for weight loss, but some patients find that their weight loss plateaus. A new study from MedEv...

Rich Jones recaps how events like yesterday's 2026 Child Cancer Fund Tournament at Marsh Landing Country Club benefit local families whose children are undergoing care. To learn more about CCF and get involved, visit CHILDCANCERFUND.ORG and join us for the 2026 Careathon coming up in August!

Sen. John Ossoff among many reacting to a recent Op-Ed from Erick Erickson. Erick joins JMN and shares his thoughts on the Trump Administration's Operation: Epic Fury policies regarding Iran. Does he see this as Trump putting "America First"? Erick also looks at how DHS funding is impacting TSA and airports across the country. Hear more on the Erick Erickson Show daily from noon to 3pm!

Chase Robinson joins JMN to discuss the Sunday night murder of a 2yo in a Westside argument. Suspect Steven Dodson Jr., who reportedly fled the scene, was arrested overnight. Did FCCS receive tips that led to his arrest?