Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Jake Stofan, Action News Jax State & Local Government Reporter, has the wrap-up on the 2026 Florida Legislative Session. What bills passed, and what's being pushed into a Special Session coming up?

Meteorologist Corey Simma joins JMN with a look at the weekend forecast. What kind of weather can you expect out at The Players, and when can you expect rain this weekend? And what's up with next week's temperature drop?!

Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has issued his first formal statement, but it's been off-camera, leading to speculation that he may have been significantly injured in an eary strike of Operation: Epic Fury. He threatens to use the closure of the Strait of Hormuz as leverage.

Hamilton Neal, Vice Chair of Services at TPC Sawgrass, joins JMN to share how staff an volunteers are working hard to meet guest needs from parking to grounds service, so that all event grounds are ready for use for The Players.

Another week goes by without DHS funding - as lines continue to grow at airports because TSA workers are calling out or quitting.

SJC Sheriff Rob Hardwick and Lieutenant David Zufelt join JMN from The Players, where they assist with crowd control and security. For the most part it's a fun time, but sometimes guests need to be reminded to party a little more responsibly.

Laura Renstrom is the Vice Chair for Player Services at The Players. She joins JMN to share details of how The Players engages the community through delivering charitable contributions, and how they provide (and sometimes, enforce!) fan code of conduct assistance on the grounds.

Oscars previews - what are the big movies up for awards? Who is hosting? And can we expect a lot of political speeches because of the situation in Iran?

This week's local business spotlight features EPIK BURGER, with locations in St. Johns and on Atlantic. Epik Burger features fresh beef burgers, salmon burgers, chicken burgers, bison burgers, milkshakes, and more. Visit EPIKEATS.COM for more information!

FRI – Are you tired of A.I. intruding on your internet experience? Clark shares which browser lets you BLOCK automatic A.I. responses, limiting some of the junk traffic you’ll see online.

Lee Smith, Tournament Director, joins JMN to share what fans can expect at this year's edition of The Players, including new vendors and fan experiences. He also explains what a "sell out" means, in terms of # of guests and availability of services, as Friday and Saturday's tickets are sold out. He also shares an insider's tip on some of the best places to see some action on the course!

The practice of "assymetrical warfare" is allowing Iran's targeted strikes on oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz to be extremely successful, despite security from larger military forces. The Strait serves as the most significant oil shipping route in the world, and with transport effectively suspended in the area, global oil prices will likely continue to rise.

Thomas Lee, Head of the Golf Cart Committee, joins JMN to share some behind-the-scenes perspective of transportation logistics for The Players. There are some 400+ golf carts (plus privately owned carts) to maintain, distribute, and circulate about the grounds for volunteers to get players, administration, and guests-in-need to where they need to be.

Dale reports live from Amman, Jordan, explaining how Iran is using drone boats to affect strikes on oil tankers and other ships in the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf.

Tonya has the latest on the FBI terrorism investigation regarding the recent attack outside of the NYC Mayor residence. Authorities say this was an ISIS-inspired attack, and data regarding the alleged bomber was compiled from a fireworks retailer customer documenting process started after the Boston Marathon bombinh in 2013.

Linda reports live from Jerusalem, as Iran and Hezbollah allies continue coordinated missle strikes into Israel, with US and Israeli forces returning fire. Meanwhile, ship attacks near the Strait of Hormuz keep shipping lanes closed currently.

There are potential storms on the horizon for today's starting rounds of The Players. John North, Chair of the Gallery Management Committee, discusses the process of evacuating in the event of storms today.

THU – Clark looks at the difference between “investing” and “speculating,” and why he says there is less risk in investing in stocks than in speculating on cryptocurrency.

Scott Maynard, from the St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce, joins JMN to discuss the $150 million impact The Players and associated events bring into the local community. The impacts are felt in retail, restaurants, hotels, entertainment, tourism, and more.

Emily Bellock, Senior Director Of Community Impact at The Players, joins JMN to discuss the Military Appreciation Day events, The Players' Charity of the Day recognitions, the variety of entertainment and services for guests, and more.

Dr. Larry Moss, CEO Nemours Florida, joins JMN to discuss how Nemours interacts with The Players and other organizations to promote their health services and integrate care partnerships. They sponsor the Nemours Kids Zone & Autograph Zone at The Players, because quality health care includes having fun.

Lee Nimnicht joins JMN, sharing details from his (& his family's) 50-years of volunteer service with The Players and other regional charity organizations.

It's time for Headlines & Punchlines - While JMN is at The Players, Jimmy will take all comers at mini-golf! Bring it! American gas tanks are taking a pounding at the pump, but we (America) don't use Iranian oil - so what's that about?! And you've heard of The Masked Singer? Coming up on Jimmy's show, it's the Masked Cabinet Member! Hear more with Jimmy Failla on FOX ACROSS AMERICA weeknights at 6...

Michelle McManamon, CEO and co-founder of Operation New Uniform, joins JMN. ONU was given a $25,000 donation at THE PLAYERS military appreciation ceremony yesterday. Visit ONUVETS.ORG for more information on this organization

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth gave an update yesterday on US military activities in Iran, and a number of successful operations. Eben Brown has the latest details.