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Governor-Elect Ron DeSantis’ economic transition team held a conference call this week to pitch suggestions on how to harness what will drive Florida’s economy going forward. Ryan Dailey has more.

IB students from Rickards High School, representative of diverse political perspectives, examine and discuss the local, state, and national political climate.

Host: Dr. Liz Holifield

Original airdate: December 9, 2018

Governor-elect Ron DeSantis has chosen fellow Republican and Former Florida House Speaker Richard Corcoran to head the State Department of Education. Ryan Dailey reports Florida’s Board of Education will vote on whether or not Corcoran gets the job later this month.

Anna Costaras and Gail Liss, authors of The College Bound Organizer, talk with 411 Teen about the college application process, covering points most relevant to seniors: when to start the process, standardized tests, what schools to apply to, and more.

Host: Dr. Liz Holifield

Original airdate: December 2, 2018

A new front in the ongoing battle between Everglades restoration and Florida’s sugar industry has opened up. This time, it’s over a planned water reservoir south of Lake Okeechobee. Environmentalists are suing to block an extension of sugar leases they say could delay construction. Lynn Hatter has more.

As the deadline to renew the National Flood Insurance Program looms over Congress, many are left wondering what they will do if it ends. While the NFIP is the primary source of flood insurance coverage, it is not the only provider. Robbie Gaffney has more.

Even though the Capital Region is technically at full employment, the jobs of tomorrow may be very different from what’s available today.  To talk about the new collaborations among many agencies and organizations to prepare today’s workforce for what’s likely to come are: Kimberly Moore, vice president for Workforce Innovation at Tallahassee Community College; and Cristina Paredes, director of Leon County’s Office of Economic Vitality.

Members of the Virtual School community examine and explore the advantages and benefits of virtual school.

Host: Dr. Liz Holifield

Original airdate: November 25, 2018 

The Florida Legislature convened in Tallahassee before the Thanksgiving holiday for an organizational session. Gina Jordan reports new lawmakers were sworn in, and new leaders were installed.

A new crop of leaders will make their way to Tallahassee in January. The state canvassing board has signed off on the results of a contentious election that has seen Florida’s leadership through another big change.

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African-American students join in a discussion of the use in popular culture of the 'N' word.

Host: Dr. Liz Holifield

Original airdate: November 18, 2018

Marcus Boston, Leon County Extension Director and members of the Leon County 4-H  Club join 411 Teen to discuss programs and forthcoming projects in the local chapter.

Host: Dr. Liz Holifield

Original airdate: November 11, 2018

It seemed as though the tight race for U.S. Senate was a done deal on Election Night.  Governor Rick Scott was out to unseat incumbent Senator Bill Nelson.  WGCU’s Rachel Iacovone (yah-ku-VOAN-ee) was at the presumptive victor’s watch party.

Panhandle schools hit hard by Hurricane Michael are re-opening, and many students are experiencing a “new normal” as they return. Ryan Dailey reports some districts are having to get creative to get all students in the classroom. He recently spoke with two superintendents who are having to do just that.

Weeks after Hurricane Michael made landfall in the panhandle, some displaced residents say FEMA has been slow to respond.

IB students from Rickards High School, representative of diverse political perspectives, examine and discuss the local, state, and national political climate.

Host: Dr. Liz Holifield

Original airdate: November 4, 2018 

In storm-ravaged Panama City, a new crisis is emerging: housing. Across the city, evictions are taking place as apartment complexes and rental units are condemned. Many of these are rent-controlled and income-based. Lynn Hatter reports that’s leaving hundreds of people scrambling for places to go. For some, there’s nowhere to go.

Tom Flanigan reports the fury of Hurricane Michael did severe damage to the region’s financial services networks.  Now the area’s bankers are doing what they can to speed the recovery of residents and businesses.

According to numerous reports and research from the Southern Poverty Law Center, hate groups are on the rise. Students from Florida High Developmental School explore and discuss xenophobia and the rise of hate groups in America.

Host: Dr. Liz Holifield

Original airdate: October 28, 2018

Dr. Christine Horner, MD., speaks to parents and adults on five silent killers: high blood pressure, HPV, pancreatic cancer, diabetes, and sleep apnea.

Host: Dr. Liz Holifield

Original airdate: October 21, 2018

Panhandle Counties ravaged by Hurricane Michael are trying to rebuild, with many still waiting for power. Ryan Dailey recently went to Liberty and Calhoun counties, neighboring areas both dealing with their own challenges.