World renowned cellist Dave Eggar joined First Coast Connect With Melissa Ross in Studio 5 on Friday, May 31, 2019, for a performance with his musical partner, Chuck Palmer. They played “Hillbillies & Bach” ahead of an appearance at MOSH, where they were scheduled to be joined by acclaimed vocalist Valerie Ghent.
‘Howl At The Moon” By Jessica Pounds
Local singer/songwriter Jessica Pounds is working on a new solo album. She performed her new song “Howl at the Moon” on Thursday’s First Coast Connect with Melissa Ross.
Tom Shed Performs ‘Davey’s Cornet’
Tom Shed performed Thursday, May 23, 2019, in Studio 5 ahead of the 67th Florida Folk Festival. You can hear the full interview with Shed on First Coast Connect with Melissa Ross.
Studio 5 Sessions – The Sapphire Quartet
The Sapphire Quartet performed in Studio 5 Wednesday morning during First Coast Connect with Melissa Ross.
Studio 5 Sessions- Goliath Flores
Studio 5 Sessions captured Goliath Flores on First Coast Connect displaying his talent for Flamenco.
Barnabas Center
The Barnabas Center provides comprehensive assistance to help families and individuals get back on their feet.
Jensen Hande
Jensen Hande took his grandmother’s advice to ‘do what you love and make a living out of it’ to create a successful career as a commercial photographer.
Sulzbacher Medical Respite Unit
The Sulzbacher Medical Respite Unit serves homeless individuals discharged from the hospital, but unable to recover on the streets.
the_sockateur
Jordan Mixson combines his love for fashion and community on Instagram as the_sockateur
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On this episode of Hometown, Jordan Mixson combines his love for fashion and community on Instagram as the_sockateur. The Sulzbacher Medical Respite Unit serves homeless individuals discharged from the hospital, but unable to recover on the streets. Jensen Hande took his grandmother’s advice to ‘do what you love and make a living out of it’ to create a successful career …
WJCT’s American Graduate Champions 2017 – Pearl Roziers
Pearl Roziers retired as Assistant Superintendent of School Choice for Duval County Public Schools Watch more American Graduate Champion videos HERE!
WJCT’s American Graduate Champions 2017 – Larry Roziers
Larry Roziers retired as the Assistant Superintendent over Athletics, JROTC, and the Department of Family and Community Engagement for Duval County Public Schools. Watch more American Graduate Champion videos HERE!
WJCT’s American Graduate Champions 2017 – Matthew Ohlson
Matthew Ohlson is an Assistant Professor of Leadership, School Counseling & Sports Management at the University of North Florida. Watch more American Graduate Champion videos HERE!
WJCT’s American Graduate Champions 2017 – Vicki Murphy
Vicki Murphy is the IB Program Coordinator at Pedro Menendez High School. Watch more American Graduate Champion videos HERE!
WJCT’s American Graduate Champions 2017 – SFC Myron Jackson
SFC Myron Jackson is an Army JROTC instructor at Wolfson High School. Watch more American Graduate Champion videos HERE!
Mariachi Primera Costa-Studio 5 Sessions-First Coast Connect
WATCH: Mariachi Primera Costa perform in Studio 5 for First Coast Connect. #mariachijax
Jenni Reid – Studio 5 Sessions
Jacksonville Musician/Actress Jenni Reid performs new music on First Coast Connect. You may recognize Jenni from the TV show One Tree Hill. Jenni Reid Music Fans #studio5sessions wjct.org/studio5sessions/
Dream Day Celebration
Local children with life-threatening enjoy a fun-filled event at the annual Dream Day Celebration.
Urban Mining
According to the EPA, electronic waste is the fastest growing type of waste in the country. Urban Mining helps to handle end-of-life electronics through either refurbishing or recycling used electronics – all with the goal of diverting these electronics and their components from area landfills.
Dr. Quinones
One of America’s most notable neurosurgeons, Dr. Alfredo Quinones, talks about his unique and inspiring life story.
Good Dough
Logan Moore and his wife had always wanted to start a business. After a visit to a local doughnut shop in Virginia, they decided to open Good Dough in San Marco. But neither of them had any experience in baking. They met Amanda Gibson and began a journey creating handmade artisan doughnuts for the community to enjoy.
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On this episode of Hometown, handmade artisan doughnuts are on the menu at Jacksonville’s newest doughnut shop, Good Dough. One of America’s most notable neurosurgeons, Dr. Alfredo Quinones (KEEN-YO-NAYS), talks about his unique and inspiring life story. Recycling and refurbishing end-of-life electronics is the mission of Urban Mining. Local children with life-threatening enjoy a fun-filled event at the annual Dream …
WJCT Studio 5 Sessions : Godspell-“Beautiful City” Joshua K. A. Johnson
Studio 5 Sessions – Joshua K.A. Johnson performs “Beautiful City” from the Apex Theatre Studio musical “Godspell” on First Coast Connect. Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. #studio5sessions
LIVE performance by Madison Carr – STUDIO 5 SESSIONS
Jacksonville singer-songwriter Madison Carr recently joined us for a Studio 5 Session, performing an original song at WJCT.
Grandpa’s Cough Medicine _Studio 5 Sessions
Grandpa’s Cough Medicine _Studio 5 Sessions. Jacksonville bluegrass band Grandpa’s Cough Medicine performs live at WJCT studios on Jan. 5.
“Beneath the Underdog” – Nellie McKay Studio 5 Sessions
“Beneath the Underdog” – Nellie McKay performs for Studio 5 Sessions and Electro Lounge. Nellie McKay is a British-American singer-songwriter, actress and former stand-up comedian. Her musical genres include jazz to rap and disco to funk. WJCT 89.9
City Spending: Where Should Our Money Go?
Each quarter, the public is invited to submit questions on a new topic by email to communitythread@wjct.org or on Twitter using the hashtag #WJCTThread. Members of the public are also invited to attend the “Community Thread” TV show taping and ask questions directly to a panel of experts. Our news team will also sift through the questions and provide answers …
Jacksonville Magazine Fashion Project
The Jacksonville Magazine Fashion Project is a fashion show conceived to showcase the best local talent in the fashion industry. The fashion Show is the culmination of a contest to select the best local designers and models. There is a long process of qualification to participate and the winners of both contest will be showcased in Jacksonville Magazine, giving these …
On Purpose
“On Purpose” is an original monologue production created, written, and performed by Ebony Payne-English. The play tells the stories of nine different women – their experiences, hopes, dreams, and fears. JaMario Stills, an alumni of Julliard and founder of Phase Eight Theater Company, directs the play. He discusses his friendship with Ebony Payne-English and how “On Purpose” found its way …
JSO Communications Center
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Communications Center is designed to receive all 911 emergency calls and 630-0500 non-emergency calls. A well-trained team of officers work 24/7 to handle emergency and unexpected situations from citizens around Jacksonville. Officers collect information from the callers and pass it along to dispatchers who in turn deploy patrol officers in the field to safely respond to …
Hope’s Closet
Hope’s Closet is not your typical thrift store. When it opened in 2015 one of the goals was to create a dignified retail environment where everyone would feel welcome. Since its opening the mission of Hope’s Closet has grown. In 2016 Hope’s Closet began a program aimed to help individuals in the local community who were unemployed or underemployed. The …
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On this episode of Hometown, Hope’s Closet is helping to change the lives of people in our community through their Jobs Initiative program. We get a rare look inside the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Communications Center where operators handle all local 9-1-1 and non-emergency phone calls. Local artist and educator, Ebony Payne-English talks about her one-woman show, On Purpose. And the …
Chip Southworth
Chip Southworth has been creating art in Jacksonville for most of his life. He is known not only for his artwork but also as a creative voice for social justice.
Ingrid Yuzly Mathurin
From a young age, Ingrid Yuzly Mathurin loved art. With support from her foster mother, Ingrid pursued art and makeup before a stroke changed her life. She rehabilitated herself and returned to art with a new sense of purpose.
Golden Isles Litter Prevention Project
Litter prevention programs come in all forms, but the Golden Isles in Southeast Georgia took this concept to a new level. They created a powerful campaign for a litter free community using art in public places.