First Coast Connect

Thursday on "First Coast Connect," we speak with Tracy Williams Magwood, the daughter of wrongfully convicted death row inmate Clifford Williams. She reveals how she hopes to carry forth his legacy.

Today, we learned how local leaders and refugee support groups are addressing urgent needs amid gang violence and political instability in Haiti. Plus, get a sneak peek of the Sleeping Giant Film Festival's lineup and insights on the upcoming eclipse from our resident spaceman, Eddie Whistler.

City Council President Ron Salem talks with us about the trial of two former JEA executives accused of trying to enrich themselves by selling the utility. Then we talk with residents of the San Marco area about a proposed self-storage business and the effect on the community. Plus, get a sneak peek into the Mandarin Art Festival.

Today we welcome activists who are drawing attention to sexual harassment and discrimination in schools. Afterward, we hear about ways to prevent sudden cardiac arrest, and we talk with the Garden Club of Jacksonville about its upcoming event.

Today our panel discusses the Duval County jail, Jacksonville Beach safety, the JEA case and more. Also, we catch up with musical prodigy Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner, who will perform tonight at St. Paul's Episcopal Church.

Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan joins us today for our monthly chat about what's happening in city government. Then, Reuben Brigety, current U.S. ambassador and Jacksonville native, stops by to talk about his role in maintaining relations between South Africa and the United States. Plus, we talk with our good friend Yaya Cardona of Cre8Jax about this week's events on the First Coast.

Experts discuss Florida's measles outbreak and public health decline. Then, Scenic Jacksonville explains its new initiative to uncover architectural gems beyond the urban core, and comedian Tom Papa previews his upcoming performance at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall.

Ethics watchdogs in Jacksonville fear that recently passed legislation will weaken accountability of public officials. They tell us how. After that, Donna Orender previews the upcoming Generation W event on April 5. And then Adam Arendall discusses the effect of native plants on our ecosystem.

Listen in as we discuss the verdicts in the trial of two former JEA executives. Later, we talk about funding for the Emerald Trail project, a significant donation from the Weaver Foundation and the development of electric vehicles in Jacksonville.

Today we discuss the week's biggest headlines with our team of local newspeople. Then, the owner of Alewife Bottle Shop, Kelly Pickard, stops by to discuss the upcoming celebration of their ninth year.