Jacksonville's Morning News Interviews

Florida Theatre President Numa Saisselin rejoins JMN to talk about the programming and event variety offered at the Theatre. Besides the expected entertainment features, corporate functions, private events, and more are available, plus the Theatreworks! Arts & Education program that is curriculum themed for kids. And the venue is so storied, it even has its own event mythology!

Florida Theatre Chairperson Don Cameron joins JMN and recounts how his relationship with the Florida Theatre has grown through the years, from attending movies there when he was a kid to attending shows and events as the Chair now. Part of the continued success of the Theatre is that it offers such a diverse range of entertainment, reaching different audiences of all ages, so it really does have "...

Ryan checks in with the latest on President Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" proposal, and an update about mass federal employee terminations.

Florida Theatre President Numa Saisselin joins JMN, and share some of the rich legacy of the Florida Theatre, some historical shows and moments, and how the Theatre remains relevant today with modern shows in a classic venue.

Marketing Director Sarah Kraynik joins JMN to share details about upcoming events at the Florida Theatre, heading into its 98th season of entertaining Jacksonville!

WOKV's Chase Bunker talks to Alton Brown in advance of tonight's "Last Bite?" tour. A few tickets are still available for what Alton describes as a "culinary variety show," and writing as someone who has seen his live shows before -- It's a great time!

Florida Theatre Board of Directors member Carolun Klucha joins JMN, to share her story of discovering the Florida Theatre and becoming involved in membership, leading to her current role as a board member.

This week's First Responder Friday salutes Sgt. Kristin Casper of the Clay County Sheriff's Office.

Tomorrow night it's Fox News personality Brian Kilmeade's "History, Liberty, & Laughs" tour live at the Florida Theatre! Brian takes a moment from the set of Fox & Friends to join JMN and share what you can expect from his stage show. Hear more with the Brian Kilmeade Show 10a-Noon, and see him live tomorrow night at the Florida Theatre!

Lots of good stuff happening in the 904 this weekend - starting off with JMN LIVE ON LOCATION at the Florida Theatre tomorrow morning! Friday night, Alton Brown presents his "Last Bite?" cooking, food science, and entertainment variety show. And Saturday, it's WOKV's Brian Kilmeade live on stage for his "History, Liberty, and Laughs!" show. All of these events are part of the Florida Theatre's 98t...

Ryan has the latest on upcoming Senate confirmation votes for RFK Jr. and Kash Patel, both of whom are expected to pass due to the Republican majority -- despite "surprise" (?) objection votes from Mitch McConnell on two previous cabinet nominee votes (Hegseth & Gabbart). Additional DC headlines include Trump's plans to revise the Department of Education, and the latest DOGE concerns.

Senator Rick Scott joins JMN for an update on upcoming confirmation votes, as Kash Patel and RFK Jr. are expected to be approved for their respective cabinet nominations. He additionally shares thoughts on President Trump's first 100 days, and expectations for Florida's future.

Teen golfers Sahana Choksi and Misha Gowda, and Dr. Justine Redding join JMN to share details of the Swinging For Success charity golf event, benefitting the Moore-Myers Children's Fund. The Moore-Myers Children's Fund uses golf as a means of teaching life skills to children. The golf event is April 6 and World Golf VIllage. Visit "Moore-Myers. Org" or "Swinging-For-Success.perfectgolfevent.com" f...

Jacksonville City Councilman Matt Carlucci joins JMN, to discuss the 12-7 vote favoring an increase in residential waste collection fees, citing a shortfall in city budgets that has required borrowing from another city fund. The increase would ultimately double the fees paid for residential waste pickup, but would not necessarily apply to certain negotiated service rates, ie for apartments, condos...

Ryan has the latest DC headlines, including the return of Marc Fogel, an American teacher that had jailed in Russia since 2021. In other headlines, a Senate confirmation vote regarding Tulsi Gabbard's appointment to director of national intelligence is expected this morning.

JMN is LIVE at the Metro Diner in Ponte Vedra, near Sawgrass, for a Salute America/Rush Limbaugh Tribute ticket stop. John Divoli of Metro Diner joins JMN, sharing details about how their business practices, customer service, and great food have made them THE go-to restaurant for locals all over town since 1992.

WAPE 95.1 Program Director Jud Heussler joins JMN to share details on the "Labor of Love" Diaper Drive benefitting military moms in cooperation with The Players and Operation Mom.

Ryan reports on President Trump hosting the King of Jordan, where the future of Gaza is sure to be a hot topic of conversation. Meanwhile, Vice President Vance is in Paris for an AI summit. The Senate is expected to vote on Tulsi Gabbard's and RFK Jr.'s confirmations this week, but its a risky proposition while Vance is out of the country. The Senate and House are both working to produce spending...

Kilmeade joins JMN to share thoughts on Trump's applied 25% tariffs on steel, aluminum, and associated imported metals, and potential additional tariffs on miscellaneous imported goods. Hear more on the Brian Kilmeade Show 10am to noon, and see Kilmeade live this weekend at the Florida Theatre!

Ryan updates the latest on Trump cabinet nominees, as Senate confirmation votes are expected this week for Tulsi Gabbard and RFK Jr. Neither is a sure thing, despite the Republican majority in the Senate.

Thane reports on the legal challenges to President Trump's "Deferred Resignation Program," and legal challenges to various other executive orders so far during the new administration's first 100 days.

Sara reports on the staffing reduction for USAID, as their workforce is being pared down from +/- 8000 staff and contractors to less than 300, in accordance to Trump Administration and Elon Musk's DOGE review.

Meteorologist Garrett Bedenbaugh looks at the weekend forecast, and the good weather we can expect for your Super Bowl cookouts this weekend (and the all-important Alice Cooper concert next week)! Pollen season is starting up, though, so get your allergy medications ready!

Jared updates the latest DC headlines, including President Trump expected executive order creating a Faith Office to address "anti-Christian" bias in the US, and a judge's decision to extend Trump's offered "buy-out" deadline for federal employee resignations.

CBS News reporter Scott MacFarlane looks at the latest Trump Administration headlines, as Pam Bondi has been sworn in as the Attorney General, and pledged that the DOJ would follow Trump's mandates -- a radical shift from the DOJ's legacy position of political independence. Meanwhile, confirmations are pending for Kash Patel, RFK Jr., and Tulsi Gabbard.