NPR and WJCT Public Media Celebrate 50th Anniversary of The First All Things Considered Broadcast

Media Contact:Neily BrarenPromotion & Marketing Associate, WJCT904.318.2633 | nbraren@wjct.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NPR and WJCT Public Media Celebrate 50th Anniversary of The First All Things Considered Broadcast  Jacksonville, Fla. – May 3, 2021 – The first broadcast of NPR’s All Things Considered took place on May 3, 1971. That day more than 20,000 people gathered in Washington, D.C., to protest …

WJCT News 89.9 Achieves Record Audience Share in January 2021

Media Contact:Neily BrarenPromotion & Marketing Associate, WJCT904.318.2633 | nbraren@wjct.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WJCT News 89.9 Achieves Record Audience Share in January 2021Improvement follows programming and identity changes introduced in July 2020 Jacksonville, Fla. – March 5, 2021 – WJCT Public Media announced today that its flagship FM station, WJCT News 89.9, achieved a record share of the radio listening audience …

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WJCT Public Media to Rebrand WJCT-TV as Jax PBS

Media Contact:Neily BrarenPromotion & Marketing Associate, WJCT904.318.2633 | nbraren@wjct.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WJCT Public Media to Rebrand WJCT-TV as Jax PBSNew name to appear on-air on February 24, 2021 Jacksonville, Fla. – Feb. 10, 2021 – WJCT Public Media announced today that WJCT-TV will be rebranded as Jax PBS, effective February 24, 2021.  As WJCT continues to move toward production …

WJCT Public Media to Host Community Conversation in Connection with PBS’ “The Black Church”

Media Contact:Neily BrarenPromotion & Marketing Associate, WJCT904.318.2633 | nbraren@wjct.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WJCT Public Media to Host Community Conversation in Connection with PBS’ “The Black Church”Support provided by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting Jacksonville, Fla. — Feb. 2, 2021 — WJCT Public Media today announced it will host a community conversation and launch an interactive initiative in connection with “The …

WJCT Public Media Launches the 2021 PBS Kids Writers Contest

Media Contact:Neily BrarenPromotion & Marketing Associate, WJCT904.318.2633 | nbraren@wjct.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WJCT Public Media Launches the 2021 PBS Kids Writers ContestEntries will be accepted January 1 through March 15, 2021 January 4, 2020 — Jacksonville, Fla. — WJCT Public Media today announced the launch of the 2021 WJCT PBS Kids Writers Contest. The organization will accept entries from January …

WJCT Public Media and BritBox Bring Downton Abbey to Jax Bundle Subscribers

Media Contact:Neily BrarenPromotion & Marketing Associate, WJCT904.318.2633 | nbraren@wjct.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WJCT Public Media and BritBox Bring Downton Abbey to Jax Bundle SubscribersAcclaimed British drama adds value to newest member benefit Dec. 28, 2020 — Jacksonville, Fla. — WJCT Public Media and BritBox announced on December 26, 2020 that Jax Bundle subscribers can now enjoy access to the biggest …

Publix Donates 1.3M Pounds Of Food To Food Banks, Including Feeding Northeast Florida

By Bill Bortzfield/WJCT News Publix and Northeast Feeding Florida are rolling out a six-week program to help keep people fed going into the new year. Publix is donating nearly 1.3 million pounds of food to six food banks across the state, including Feeding Northeast Florida based in Jacksonville. The donations include pasta, canned vegetables, canned beans, cereal and boxed potatoes. …

WJCT Launches First-of-its-Kind Streaming Bundle of PBS Passport and BritBox

EMBARGOED UNTIL 10 A.M. ON December 8, 2020 Media Contact:Neily BrarenPromotion & Marketing Associate, WJCT904.318.2633 | nbraren@wjct.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WJCT Launches First-of-its-Kind Streaming Bundle of PBS Passport and BritBoxNewest member benefit combines streaming services to provide access to the largest and best collection of British content   Dec. 7, 2020 — Jacksonville, Fla. — WJCT Public Media today launched …

Melissa’s Picks: ‘First Coast Connect’ 2020 Local Holiday Gift Guide

What can we say about a year unlike any other? 2020 will forever be known for a divisive election, the toll of coronavirus, and economic hard times. Many are glad this challenging year is nearly over. But while a global pandemic and deep recession have changed all of our lives, one thing that hasn’t changed is the joy of the …

WJCT Public Media to Present “Voices of the First Coast: One Small Step Across the Political Divide” on November 19

WJCT Public Media to Present “Voices of the First Coast: One Small Step Across the Political Divide” on November 19Virtual Event Will Feature Local Conversations Recorded as Part of StoryCorps’ “One Small Step” initiative Nov. 16, 2020 — Jacksonville, Fla. — WJCT Public Media, in partnership with StoryCorps, will present “Voices of the First Coast: One Small Step Across the Political …

WJCT Presents “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Sweater Drive”

WJCT Presents Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Sweater DriveCommunity members invited to donate gently used sweaters through Nov. 30 Nov. 2, 2020 — Jacksonville, Fla. — WJCT, in partnership with VyStar Credit Union Suddath®,  and the Tom Bush Family of Dealerships, has launched the 18th annual Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Sweater Drive. This beloved community tradition, which runs through November 30, collects new and …

UNF Poll Results: Duval Schools Tax; Rutherford Vs. Deegan

The University of North Florida’s Public Opinion Research Lab released a new poll Thursday morning on a variety of issues that include the proposed half-cent Duval County Public Schools sales tax and the 4th Congressional District race between Republican incumbent John Rutherford and Democratic challenger Donna Deegan. | Read story coverage Survey Results As you may know, there is a …

Oct. 6 UNF Poll Questions And Results

The University of North Florida released a poll on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2020, asking likely Florida voters about the presidential race and a variety of other issues. Here are their responses: Related UNF Poll Finds Biden Ahead Of Trump In Fla.; Voters Think COVID Restrictions Lifted Too Fast More Local, State And National Election News Presidential Race N=Number of respondents …

WJCT’s Jacksonville Music Experience Presents “Imagine: A John Lennon Tribute,” October 8-11

Media Contact:Neily BrarenPromotion & Marketing Associate, WJCT904.318.2633 | nbraren@wjct.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WJCT’s Jacksonville Music Experience Presents “Imagine: A John Lennon Tribute,” October 8-11 Programming inspired by John Lennon’s 80th birthday will air across WJCT’s broadcast and digital platforms Oct. 1, 2020 — Jacksonville, Fla. — WJCT today announced plans to commemorate John Lennon’s 80th birthday through “Imagine: A John …

WJCT Explores Resiliency and the St. Johns River Through ADAPT Virtual Events

Media Contact:Neily BrarenPromotion & Marketing Associate, WJCT904.318.2633 | nbraren@wjct.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WJCT Explores Resiliency and the St. Johns River Through ADAPT Virtual Events Virtual panel discussions will be held on October 7 and October 22 Oct. 1, 2020 — Jacksonville, Fla. — ADAPT, the digital publication from WJCT Public Media at adaptflorida.org, today announced plans to host two virtual …

WJCT Announces New Additions to Board of Trustees

Media Contact:Neily BrarenPromotion & Marketing Associate, WJCT904.318.2633 | nbraren@wjct.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WJCT Announces New Additions to Board of Trustees Dr. A. Zachary Faison, Jr., Hugh Greene and James L. Liang elected at annual meeting; Matt Rapp becomes Chairperson   JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – September 24, 2020 – WJCT today announced three additions to its Board of Trustees, as the community-owned and …

WJCT Expands At-Home Learning Broadcast and Digital Resources, Providing Educational Access for Educators, Parents, and Students Across Northeast Florida

Media Contact:Neily BrarenPromotion & Marketing Associate, WJCT904.318.2633 | nbraren@wjct.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WJCT Expands At-Home Learning Broadcast and Digital Resources, Providing Educational Access for Educators, Parents, and Students Across Northeast Florida  TV programs support at-home learning for PreK-12th grade; digital resources provide educators and families with learning options for new school routines  Jacksonville, FL September 14, 2020 – As First …

St. Johns County Precinct Finder

RETURN TO THE ELECTIONS HOMEPAGE How to use this page: Type in your house number. As you enter your street name SLOWLY, the system will prompt you with the valid street names found in St. Johns County. When the computer gives you street names, select yours from one of the options. You cannot copy and paste the address. It must …

Nassau County Precinct Finder

RETURN TO THE ELECTIONS HOMEPAGE How to use this page: Type in your house number. As you enter your street name SLOWLY, the system will prompt you with the valid street names found in Nassau County. When the computer gives you street names, select yours from one of the options. You cannot copy and paste the address. It must be …

Your Clay County Sample Ballot

RETURN TO THE ELECTIONS HOMEPAGE The information on this page is from the Clay County Supervisor of Elections website.

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WJCT Public Media Partners with StoryCorps to Foster Conversations Across American Ideological Divides

CONTACT: WJCT Public Media Neily Braren | 904.318.2633 nbraren@wjct.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FROM: WJCT Public Media / StoryCorps Nationwide One Small Step Initiative offers opportunity for people to talk about life experiences that formed their values and to listen with respect Northeast Florida Selected as 2020 Participating Community In 2020, when Americans face challenges unlike any other time in our …

Jake Shimabukuro and Orleans to Perform at the WJCT Soundstage in Fall of 2020

Media Contact:Neily BrarenPromotion & Marketing Associate, WJCT904.318.2633 nbraren@wjct.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jake Shimabukuro and Orleans to Perform at the WJCT Soundstage in Fall of 2020 Performances will be presented in partnership with the Florida Theatre Jacksonville, Fla. — June 8, 2020 — WJCT, in partnership with the Florida Theatre, today announced that Jake Shimabukuro will perform at the WJCT Soundstage on October 2, …

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WJCT to Convert 89.9 FM to All News/Talk Format and Change Name on July 13, 2020

Media Contact: Media Contact:Neily BrarenPromotion & Marketing Associate, WJCT904.318.2633 nbraren@wjct.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WJCT to Convert 89.9 FM to All News/Talk Format and Change Name on July 13, 2020 Conversion will expand local journalism and bring 13 new shows to Northeast Florida airwaves; station will be known as WJCT News 89.9 Jacksonville, Fla. – June 4, 2020 – WJCT today …

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Announcing Jazz Festival Weekend on the Jacksonville Music Experience from WJCT

Media Contact: Media Contact:Neily BrarenPromotion & Marketing Associate, WJCT904.358.6304 nbraren@wjct.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Announcing Jazz Festival Weekend on the Jacksonville Music Experience from WJCT Programming From Local and International Jazz Artists across TV, Radio, Streaming and Social Platforms Over Memorial Day Weekend Jacksonville, Fla. – May 18, 2020 – WJCT today announced Jazz Festival Weekend on the Jacksonville Music Experience …