August 5, 2008
A troubled charter school in Duval County that was set to close this year has one more chance to improve student achievement. WJCT’s Alyssa Zamora has more in this report. Listen
The Jacksonville-based “Bridges to Sudan” nonprofit organization seeks to change the lives of refugees who escape political unrest and genocide in Sudan. The nonprofit teaches them the necessary skills to assimilate into society. WJCT’s Alyssa Zamora explores how local Sudanese women are freeing themselves of their past struggles and adjusting to a new way of life. Listen
Jacksonville residents may have to get used to the sight of tollbooths on area roads. That’s due to decreased funding from the federal and state governments for highway transportation projects. WJCT’s Danielle Marsh has more on this report. Listen
Jacksonville officials are clarifying rules for breastfeeding at city parks after two moms were told they had to stop nursing their infants. WJCT’s Karen Feagins has more in this report. Listen
U-S Senator Mel Martinez says it will take a comprehensive effort with both long and short-term solutions to address the nation’s energy problems. Martinez discussed the U-S energy crisis today (Tuesday) while meeting with CSX employees in downtown Jacksonville. WJCT’s Kevin Meerschaert reports. Listen
Jacksonville city officials say they hope an upcoming town hall meeting on beach access at Huguenot Memorial Park won’t be nearly as contentious as past forums. The city will present its final draft of a management plan for the park this Thursday evening. WJCT’s Scott Kim has more in this report. Listen