The CDC and FDA recommended “pausing” the use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine based on reports of infrequent blood clotting. However, officials continue to urge citizens to continue getting the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines.
Mia Jones, CEO at Agape Family Health; And Dr. Sunil Joshi, The President of the Duval County Medical Society Foundation updated us with the latest information on vaccine adoption.
National Garden Day
Wednesday is National Gardening Day. To celebrate and for some tips and inspiration, we spoke to the local chef Steve Stallonewho planted a garden last year when the pandemic started.
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp’s new season
Opening day for the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp is May 4th.
The Shrimp are now a Triple A team and have big plans for the coming season. Jumbo Shrimp Media & PR Manager Scott Kornberg accompanied us with a look at the season, freebies and much more.
JAX WNBA draft
Rennia Davis is expected to be selected in the top 5 of the WNBA draft on Thursday evening. In that case, she would be the second player in the league to be drafted from Jacksonville. Sporting Director of First Coast News Chris Porter joined us with more.
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