Ryan reports that the House passed an Israel defense aid bill for $14 billion, but the bill is dead in the water twice between the Senate (who won't endorse it) and the President (who would veto it outright) because of the funding allocations sourcing and lack of Ukraine support, among other issues.

Michael Haskins, organizer of PORCH FEST, joins JMN to discuss this weekend's music event in the historic Springfield community. Nearly 30 different performers will play from various homes in the neighborhood. It's a no-charge, family friendly, walkable event, and all proceeds from vendor sales go back into supporting the community arts via Springfield Preservation and Revitalization (SPAR).

Logan reports on children getting sick after visiting the toy aisles at a Palatka Walmart. No specific chemical aggitant has been identified that caused the incidents, but after multiple incidents were reported Walmart has made arrangements to have the particular store thoroughly cleaned.

First Responder Friday recognizes Daniel Ray, from the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office Motorcycle Unit. Nominated by Lisa, Officer Ray is described as "...someone who will do anything, for anyone, any time." Ray has been with JSO for 13 years, the last 3 in the motorcycle unit. Additionally, he is an instructor in the S.M.A.R.T. motorcycle safety training course, and frequently participates in community outreach programs. Kids love it when he answers questions about being a motorcycle officer. Thanks for your service to the community, Officer Ray!

Ben Becker is back with this week's Restaurant Report.

Families in 17 million households struggled to put food on the table last year, according to the latest data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. That’s a significant jump from the previous year when pandemic-era food assistance was still available at the time. USDA findings also reveal that nearly 7 million households experienced even more hardship last year. Families had what was defined as “very low food security” and had to ration food throughout the year because of limited money to buy groceries. We talked to a national food advocacy organization about the potential contributing factors.

Flying Fish Taphouse is a northside micro-brewery on Airport Road at Ranch Road . As you would expect, they offer a wide selection of draft beers as well as wines, bottled beers and specialty cocktails. Executive Chef Scott Welch has prepared a food menu specializing in fresh and local products, ranging from gator tail to schnitzel. The venue will also feature live music. To see their full menu, performance schedules, or get more information, flyingfishtaphouse.com is their online home.

Logan reports that the Clay County School Board voted 4-1 to disband their school district police force, and return school safety/security services to the Clay County Sheriff's Office. This rescinds a policy change made in the wake of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting in Parkland in 2019.

Alexus follows the latest in the Jared Bridegan murder investigation. Bridegan's ex-wife, Shanna Gardner, entered a written "not guilty" plea by way of her attorney Jose Baez yesterday, and she will not be present in court today for a formal arraignment.

Jonathan reports on the latest developments in the Israel/Hamas conflict, as Israeli bombings continue on the Jaballa refugee camp. President Biden has requested a "pause" in engagements to allow evacuation of foreign nationals and wounded.