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Mondays with the Mayor: Northbank Riverwalk, aggressive campaign to address litter, blight

Jacksonville Mayor Dona Deegan Feb. 4, 2026 (Kristine Bellino /Kristine Bellino)

Jacksonville, Fl — From the emerging Northbank Riverwalk to wildfire and hurricane preparedness, we have a lot to get into during our monthly visit with Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan.

Jacksonville’s Morning News In-depth was live at City Hall for this morning’s interview.

Rich Jones and Mayor Deegan discussed small business permitting, budget priorities, taxes, and the 2027 City election cycle.

After the broadcast, Rich and Deegan spoke about the JEA investigation(s), addressing blight/litter, the new professional women’s basketball team, and the ongoing effort to attract the Super Bowl.

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Rich Jones

Rich Jones

Rich Jones is the Host of Jacksonville’s Morning News. Rich joined WOKV in October 2006. Rich is involved in many community organizations and causes. Rich and his wife, Noelle, have three children: Avery, Harper and Austen.