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Steven Ponson has six years of experience covering news in Jacksonville and Northeast Florida.

Prior to arriving on the First Coast, Steven also worked in radio in Orlando. He attended the University of Central Florida, where he earned a degree in radio and television. Steven has been a reporter, producer, anchor and board operator.

Outside of work, Steven loves to watch sports, cook delicious cajun food (as any good Louisiana native does) and spend time outdoors.

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A largemouth bass is shown near eel grass in the St. Johns River. | St. Johns Riverkeeper
August 2, 2023

St. Johns Riverkeeper studies dying river grasses

The Riverkeeper is surveying the river from Doctors Lake in Clay County to Lake George in Putnam County, looking for…

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Artist Walk rendering
July 31, 2023

Jacksonville’s newest park under construction in Riverside

Artist Walk — including a skate park and artistic displays — will lie between Riverside Avenue and Park Street under…

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July 27, 2023

Tillie K. Fowler Nature Center reopens after months of repairs

The nature center gives visitors an up-close experience with live snakes, frogs, turtles, lizards and other wildlife native to Florida.…

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July 21, 2023

Vice President Kamala Harris headed to Jacksonville

The vice president will speak against new state standards for teaching Black history, including a suggestion that slaves benefited by…

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July 20, 2023

Hydroponic farm in Baker County promises 600 jobs

Plant Agricultural Systems, based in Fort Lauderdale, plans to develop 772 acres in Sanderson to grow fresh produce.…

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July 18, 2023

Rising saltwater is threatening marine ecosystems

Increased salinity in oceans and coastal areas has potentially devastating effects, a new UNF study concludes.…

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July 14, 2023

With 1904 Music Hall closing, what’s the future of The Elbow?

No need to worry, business leaders say. More businesses are on the way to the entertainment district in Downtown Jacksonville.…