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In recent years, attempts to capitalize on hemp as a commercial farm crop are floundering in Florida. But advocates hope that will change in the wake of the “850 Hemp Conference” in Tallahassee April 27 and 28. To provide a preview, are Leon County Commissioner Kristin Dozier (speaking in her role as chair of the Apalachee Regional Planning Council;) Ryan Kelly of Mobile Hemp Drying Company; and Travis Green of New Green Organiks/North Florida Hemp Farms.

With the ferocious and even vicious divisiveness now roiling America, is there any way for opposing factions to ramp down the vitriol? Author and Harvard Professor Arthur Brooks has some insights in that regard, which he shares with the Village Square.

After 2 years of COVID restrictions, the LeMoyne Chain of Parks Art Festival returns to its historic grandeur on April 23 and 24 in downtown Tallahassee. To talk about this nationally-recognized event are: LeMoyne Executive Director Arielle Raff; Festival Chair Kelly Dozier; Festival Manager Powell Kreis; and one of the 150 participating artists, Tallahassee jewelry creator Quincie Hamby.

Around 10 million Floridians are already signed up as organ donors, but the need for these lifesaving procedures far outstrips supply. To promote additional donors are: Kim Gilmore, public education for Donate Life Florida and LifeQuest Organ Recovery Services; the organizations’ Donor Family Services Coordinator Pamela Rittenouse; Donor Parents Paul and Rebecca DeFrank, whose son Alex became a multiple donor upon his death in 2020; and Sarah Bender, whose mother Libby Smith was a heart recipient and passionate Donate Life ambassador.

On tonight’s program: Florida’s “Parental Rights Bill” may now be the law of the land, but that doesn’t mean it’s immune from opponents’ lawsuits; A North Florida parent, who at first seemed to understand her child’s gender issues, now insists their school is to blame; At least a few Florida lawmakers feel the Disney Company’s opposition to the new Parental Rights Law is egregious enough to repeal the law that has given the entertainment giant special status in the Sunshine State; Governor Ron DeSantis has given his okay to two new laws that will impact nursing home residents--including a change to how many hours of care residents must receive from certified nursing assistants; As the number of seniors with cognitive impairments keeps rising, the number of medical specialists who can help them is simply not keeping up; And Florida continues to fall short of its statewide recycling goals. One reason is the need for more education.

IB students from James S. Rickards High School examine and discuss prevailing local, state and national political issues and events, sharing their perspectives and theories.

On tonight’s program: Lawmakers are getting ready to meet in Tallahassee this week to take up Governor Ron DeSantis' congressional map...; Besides redistricting, will Florida lawmakers also take on skyrocketing property insurance rates as more and more homeowners complain to those same lawmakers; Doctors worry about what will happen to patients who can’t needed abortion care in Florida; Just a week after Governor DeSantis signed the controversial Parental Rights Bill into law, some Florida teachers are already re-thinking their career choice and some students are feeling targeted; A Tallahassee man faces murder charges in the killing of the activist who was pivotal in the passage of the law allowing gay marriage in Florida; Expanded mental health resources are now available for vets in Southwest Florida; And state conservationists gather for a first-ever summit to protect and even expand Florida’s wildlife corridor.

Kendall Smith writes a playbook for men experiencing fatherhood for the first time. He offers a treasure trove of helpful ideas for new fathers and old fathers alike.

Trevor Hylton, extension agent for University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Leon County and FAMU -department of Agronomy, shares wisdom on gardening. He has a wealth of knowledge on fruit tree as well as vegetable gardens.

Author, Paco De Leon, talks money in her new book: FINANCE FOR THE PEOPLE, an illustrated, practical guide to navigating your financial life, no matter your financial situation. She provides realistic practical advice for students and parent as well.