Best WOKV Podcasts (2025)

As Congress takes their summer break, Ryan looks at what is still looming on their schedule -- particularly the appropriations bills for the next term -- and Congress hasn't passed its fleet of appropration bills on time since the mid-1990's. The next US government funding shutdown deadline is in September.…

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7/23 - Jimmy Failla on JMN 5:15

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Our Secretary of Comedy and Common Sense Jimmy Failla joins JMN -- with thoughts on Floordrobes, Coldplay, the latest political punchlines, and more. Get more with Jimmy Failla -- including thoughts on Ozzy and Colbert -- on Fox Across America, weeknights at 6pm on WOKV!

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7/23 - Wednesday 3:58

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CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST– WED. JULY 23RD CHIEF METEOROLOGIST MIKE BURESHWOKV RADIOThe WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 6 TODAY: Mix of clouds & sun with scattered showers & storms developing by midday… shifting inland through the afternoon. High: 89TONIGHT: Inland evening showers & storms ending… clearing overnight. Low: 74THURSDAY: Partly sun…

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7/22 - Ryan Schmelz, FOX News 3:17

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Ryan reports on the latest in federal court hearings between Harvard University and the Trump Administration, over frozen grant dollars. The Trump Administration argues a right for more oversight on how grants are used and who is acceptable for instruction. Harvard says the government is violating their first amendment rights for instructional cont…

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7/22 - Spotlight: Bruce Feniger on school days with Jeffrey Epstein 8:44

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While Jeffrey Epstein is in the controversial zeitgeist of modern scandal, everyone has a back story. Bruce Feniger shares some experiences from having the late controversial Epstein as his high school science teacher at the Dalton School, prior to Epstein's going into his notorious private business. In a celebrity circles coincidence, the Dalton S…

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7/22 - Tuesday 2:24

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CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST– TUE. JULY 22ND CHIEF METEOROLOGIST MIKE BURESHWOKV RADIOThe WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 5 TODAY: Hot & humid… partly sunny with afternoon showers & t’storms. High: 95TONIGHT: Scattered evening showers & storms gradually diminishing. Low: 75WEDNESDAY: Partly sunny, midday & afternoon showers & storms. High: 90THUR…

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7/21 - Ryan Schmelz, FOX News 3:12

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Ryan reports on the Congressional agenda prior to their summer break -- including a number of appointment confirmations, and the FY2026 appropriations budget, in advance of ANOTHER government shutdown at the end of September. For those keeping score, Congress hasn't approved an appropriations budget on time since 1996, so this game of kick-the-can …

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7/21 - Lt. Steve Hauck, Utica PD ret. 7:36

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Lt. Hauck, retired detective from the Utica NY PD and host of the "Watching Your Six" podcast, joins JMN with a police perspective on last week's ordinance explosions at an LAPD site, that resulted in 3 deputy deaths. Also, he discusses a tragic ending to a weekend Amber Alert story in NY.

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7/21 - Monday 4:30

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CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST – WOKV RADIO MONDAY, JULY 21, 2025 METEOROLOGIST COREY SIMMA The WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 7 MONDAY: Partly Sunny & Hot, A Few Afternoon Storms. High: 97 TONIGHT: Partly Cloudy & Humid. Low: 75 TUESDAY: Partly Cloudy, Scattered Storms. High: 93 WEDNESDAY: Scattered Showers & Storms. High: 90 THURSDAY: Scattered …

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7/18 - Ryan Schmelz, FOX News 2:18

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Ryan reports on the latest Presidential opines about Fed chairman Jerome Powell. Trump has threatened to fire Powell, but does he actually have that power?

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7/18 - For Locals By Locals - CARING TRANSITIONS 1:14

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Leslie Pennington is bringing Caring Transitions to Jacksonville's west side, offering assistance in relocaitng seniors, downsizing/decluttering homes, estate sales, and home clean-outs. Visit CARINGTRANSITIONS.COM for more details.

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7/18 - Weekend Spotlight 3:56

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Lots of fun things happening in the 904 this weekend -- including the World Oddities Expo at the Prime Osborn Convention Center! Over at the Florida Theatre, Classic Albums Live performs "Pronounced 'Lĕh-'nérd 'Skin-'nérd" in its note-for-note entirety, the debut album from Jacksonville's own Southern Rock icons Lynyrd Skynyrd. And if you want to g…

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7/18 - Friday 3:04

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CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST– FRI. JULY 18TH CHIEF METEOROLOGIST MIKE BURESHWOKV RADIOThe WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 6 TODAY: Partly sunny with a few afternoon showers & t’storms. High: 95TONIGHT: An evening shower or t’storm otherwise partly cloudy. Low: 76SATURDAY: Partly sunny & hot with isolated afternoon t’storms. High: 96SUNDAY: Hot… p…

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7/17 - Spotlight: John Lewis National Day of Commemoration and Action 6:42

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Rosemary McCoy of the Hariet Tubman Freedom FIghters, joins JMN to discuss "Good Trouble" demonstrations in remembrance of the late Congressman and activist John Lewis. The national demonstrations are intended to raise awareness for civil rights through what Lewis called "good trouble" peaceful protests and assemblies, particularly in regard to rec…

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7/17 - Ryan Schmelz, FOX News 2:21

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Ryan reports on the Senate advancing a recission bill taking back $9 billion in previously-allocated funding, with large cuts coming from public broadcasting and foreign aid.

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7/17 - Eben Brown, FOX News 3:57

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Eben reports on how GOP Rep. Thomas Massie has teamed up with DEM Rep. Ro Khanna, launching a longshot attemtp to force a vote on releasing Epstein files. How much actual power Congress has to compel releasing documents is to be determined, considering whether some of the alleged documents might be classified. President Trump's recent assertions th…

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7/17 - Thursday 2:43

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CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST– THU. JULY 17TH CHIEF METEOROLOGIST MIKE BURESHWOKV RADIOThe WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 7 TODAY: Partly sunny with widely scattered inland afternoon showers & t’storms. High: 92TONIGHT: An inland evening shower or t’storm otherwise partly cloudy. Low: 74FRIDAY: Partly sunny with a few afternoon t’storms. High: 94…

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7/16 - Eben Brown, FOX News 2:37

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Eben reports on a World Health Organization & UNICEF study about widespread available vaccinations for a multitude of diseases, but some children are still going unvaccinated for a variety of reasons.

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7/16 - Jimmy Failla on JMN 6:02

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On Wednesday mornings, we check in with the unofficial Secretary Of Common Sense, Jiimy Failla, for his hot takes on current events. Today's topics -- the Epstein files, the All-Star Game, and "One Thing You Didn't Know" about Jimmy!" Hear more with Jimmy Failla on Fox Across America weeknights at 6pm on WOKV!…

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7/16 - Wednesday 3:06

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CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST– WED. JULY 16TH CHIEF METEOROLOGIST MIKE BURESHWOKV RADIOThe WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 6 TODAY: Partly sunny with a few afternoon showers & t’storms. High: 92TONIGHT: An evening shower or t’storm otherwise partly cloudy. Low: 74THURSDAY: Partly sunny with a few afternoon t’storm. High: 92FRIDAY: Partly sunny & h…

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7/15 - Tuesday 3:01

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CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST– TUE. JULY 15TH CHIEF METEOROLOGIST MIKE BURESHWOKV RADIOThe WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 6 TODAY: Mix of clouds & sun with scattered showers at times, a few t’storms…shifting more inland this afternoon. High: 91TONIGHT: An evening shower or t’storm otherwise partly cloudy. Low: 74WEDNESDAY: Partly sunny with a few…

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7/14 - Monday 4:30

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CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST – WOKV RADIO MONDAY, JULY 14, 2025 METEOROLOGIST COREY SIMMA The WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 7 MONDAY: Partly Sunny, A Few Storms. High: 94 TONIGHT: Partly Cloudy & Humid. Low: 74 TUESDAY: Partly Cloudy, A Few Storms. High: 90 WEDNESDAY: Partly Sunny, A Few Storms. High: 92 THURSDAY: Partly Cloudy, A Few Storms. H…

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7/11 - Ryan Schmelz, FOX News 4:25

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Ryan looks at the latest rescission package before Congress, proposing cutting funds for programs like PBS. It's meeting with some surprising resistance among GOP reps in the House. Also in DC headlines, the FBI has launched investigations into the former FBI and CIA directors that many consider acts of political retribution.…

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7/11 - Spotlight: First Coast Crime Stoppers Community Impact 8:26

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Chase Robinson of First Coast Crime Stoppers joins JMN, sharing how the program's tips have had tangible impacts on the Jacksonville community -- in terms of narcotics & weapons taken off the streets, arrests made, cases closed, and property and cash recovered.

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7/11 - For Locals By Locals - The Poppin Box 1:37

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Our local business spotlight shines on The Poppin Box, spedcializing in gourmet popcorn and sweet treats in St. Johns County. Visit THEPOPPINBOX.COM for more information on their products, events, and more.

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7/11 - Friday 3:19

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CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST– FRI. JULY 11TH CHIEF METEOROLOGIST MIKE BURESHWOKV RADIOThe WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 6 TODAY: Partly sunny, hot & humid with a few afternoon thunderstorms. High: 94TONIGHT: A storm early otherwise partly cloudy. Low: 74SATURDAY: Partly sunny & hot with an isolated afternoon t’storm. High: 95SUNDAY: Hot… partly…

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7/10 - Ryan Schmelz, FOX News 4:38

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Ryan looks at DC's Texas legislator responses to the Texas floods, with respect to FEMA, emergency aid resources, and more; meanwhile GOP legislators are working on a White House recision package to cut funding for various federal programs, after having already passed massive cuts in Trump's so-called "Big Beautiful Bill"...that still increases the…

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7/10 - Weekend Spotlight 5:37

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Looking for things to do this weekend? The Jumbo Shrimp host the Nashville Tides for a baseball series. How will it wash out? If you're a fan of comics and graphic novels, check out the First Coast Comic Con at the Herbert Center at UNF. If music is your thing - The Jacksonville Rock Orchestra presents the music of Fleetwood Mac ad the Florida Thea…

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7/10 - Brian Kilmeade on JMN 6:05

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You hear him form 10am to noon daily, and today Brian Kilmeade takes a break from his "Summer Retreat" to join JMN with thoughts on Florida rain, what's happening with the Fed, and how ICE is under attack "from within." Hear more on the Brian Kilmeade Show after JMN!

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7/10 - Thursday 2:46

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CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST– WED. JULY 9TH CHIEF METEOROLOGIST MIKE BURESHWOKV RADIOThe WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 7 TODAY: Partly sunny, hot & humid with a few afternoon thunderstorms. High: 94TONIGHT: An isolated storm early otherwise partly cloudy. Low: 73FRIDAY: Partly sunny & hot with isolated afternoon t’storms. High: 95SATURDAY: Hot……

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7/9 - Spotlight: New TSA benefits for Military & families 4:21

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TSA's Acting Administrator Adam Stahl discusses some changes with TSA security processes of benefit to military travelers and their families, plus some adjustments to security processes for civilian travelers.

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7/9 - Ryan Schmelz, FOX News 3:49

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Ryan reports with the latest DC headlines, as Congress looks at FEMA funding and reorganization possibilities after the latest Texas flooding tragedies. Additionally, testimony is expected regarding former President Biden's medical and mental health during his administration. And budget cut realities are setting in as Congress looks at what program…

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7/9 - Jimmy Failla on JMN 5:23

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You hear him nightly on Fox Across America, and on Wednesday mornings we get to visit with Jimmy Failla on JMN. Todays's topics? Trump as a crowdwork comic, the Epstein files debacle, Fat Elvis, betting on basbeall, and more. Join Jimmy Failla for Fox Across America tonight at 6pm on WOKV!

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7/9 - Wednesday 5:00

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CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST– WED. JULY 9TH CHIEF METEOROLOGIST MIKE BURESHWOKV RADIOThe WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 6 TODAY: Mix of sun & clouds with showers & heavy afternoon/evening storms developing. High: 92TONIGHT: Evening storms then partly cloudy. Low: 73THURSDAY: Partly sunny with scattered afternoon t’storm. High: 93FRIDAY: Partly s…

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7/8 - Spotlight: Trump Administration Rescinds Emerald Trail Grant 8:13

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When originally issued, the Biden-era $147 million federal grant for the Emerald Trail was the largest grant awarded in Jacksonville history. With a recently passed Trump administration budget bill, though, that grant has been rescinded, leaving Emerald Trail funding with an ambigous future. Groundwork Jacksonville's Kay Ehas joins JMN to discuss t…

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7/8 - Spotlight: Clay Electric Rate Hike 5:31

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Clay County Electric customers are facing a rate increase of approximately $6/mo or $72/year. The hike will be the topic of a Clay County Commissioners Board workshop at 9am this morning.County Commissioner Leroy Edwards joins JMN to discuss the hike proposal, and his opposition to the rate increase.…

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7/8 - Tuesday 3:11

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CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST– TUE. JULY 8TH CHIEF METEOROLOGIST MIKE BURESHWOKV RADIOThe WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 7 TODAY: Partly sunny, hot & humid with widely scattered afternoon showers & storms. High: 95TONIGHT: Partly cloudy. Low: 74WEDNESDAY: Partly sunny with a few afternoon t’storm. High: 94THURSDAY: Partly sunny with a few afterno…

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7/7 - Spotlight: Home Swapping 7:14

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Action News Jax's Chandler Morgan looks at a blossoming vacation and/or business trend - Home Swapping. Say you want to travel to where-ever, and someone there wants to visit Jax? There's an online platform that allows you to coordinate a home swap so you both could avoid some of that hotel/AB&B expense. Hear the whole story about how this works an…

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7/7 - Jared Halpern, FOX News 5:26

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Jared reports on a White House evisit from Israel Prime Minister Netanyahu, with discussion topics including the ongoing violence in Gaza and the recent attacks on Iranian nuclear research facilities. Trump is also looking at tariff activations later this week, and is making plans to visit Texas flood areas later this week.…

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7/7 - Finn Carlin, Action News Jax 5:14

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Finn reports on a roadway cave-in along Bay Street in the Stadium District, outside of the Maxwell House plant. JEA crews have been working since last night to resolve the pipe collapse some 14 feet below the roadway that has resulted in most lanes in the area being closed. No repair resolution ETA is determined yet, so drivers are advised to plan …

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7/7 - Monday 3:06

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Hot afternoons with a few afternoon storms• Today will be hot with highs in the 90s across our entire area.• The morning hours will be mainly dry with isolated afternoon thunderstorms moving southwest to northeast across north Florida this afternoon.• Storms will be capable of very heavy rain and lightning.• Moderate risk of rip currents at the bea…

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7/3 - Spotlight: PETA Protest "Hell on Wheels" Truck outside The Bearded Pig 10:46

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Over 150 million hotdogs are on the menu nationally over the 4th of July weekend, not to mention pulled pork, ribs, steaks, burgers, etc. Amber Canavan of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) dsicusses a protest demonstration in advance of the 4th of July, advocating for meat alternatives. Locally, the "Hell on Wheels" truck will be o…

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7/3 - Spotlight: Josh Weil 13:14

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Democat Josh Weil recently annoucned his candidacy for US Senate, opposing incumbent Republican Ashley Moody. Moody was appointed to fill the vacated seat when Marco Rubio took a position in the Trump Administation. Weil shares his concerns over current Republican-led policies in Florida, the Alligator Alcatraz detention center, and more. The next …

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7/3 - Jared Halpern, FOX News 2:51

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Jared reports on the latest DC developments, as the House is expected to vote on, and pass, President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" this morning, despite rejections from all Democrat representatives and several key Republican holdouts.

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7/3 - Thursday 5:40

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CBS47/FOX30 FIRST ALERT FORECAST– THU. JULY 3RD CHIEF METEOROLOGIST MIKE BURESHWOKV RADIOThe WOKV Weather Meter for Today: 6 TODAY: Partly sunny with heavy afternoon showers & t’storms. High: 91TONIGHT: A shower or storm early then partly cloudy. Low: 72INDEPENDENCE DAY: Partly sunny with a few afternoon showers & storms shifting well inland by lat…

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07/02/2025 - Garrett Bedenbaugh, Action News JAX 10:15

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Garrett joins JMN to discuss the weather forecast for the July 4th holiday weekend and what we can expect in terms of rain and temperatures.

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07/02/2025 - Jared Halpern, FOX News 3:42

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Jared joins JMN to talk about the spending bill latest. Are members of Congress trying to make President Trump's holiday weekend deadline? Or are they not too worried because the actual deadline isn't until August.

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07/02/2025 - Kathy Richardson, Clay Electric Customer Relations 5:22

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Kathy Richardson joins JMN to talk about how Clay County is looking to increase it's utility tax from 4% to 10% and what to do if any members have any concerns about the increase. If it passes it would take place in January of 2026

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07/02/2025 - Chris Johnson, CEO Bluebird Kids Health 7:05

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Chris Johnson joins JMN to talk about a new pediatric clinic, Bluebird Kids Health, that opens it's doors today on the Westside of Jacksonville.