
Scott Johnson
Anchor and Reporter at WJXT-TV (Jacksonville, FL)
Anchor and Reporter at WCWJ-TV (Jacksonville, FL)
Multi-time Emmy Award-winning Host of “Going Ringside” podcast… also America’s ONLY pro wrestling AND political reporter
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1 week ago |
news4jax.com | Scott Johnson
JACKSONVILLE, Fl. – Just last week the couple announced they’re expecting a baby. On this episode we have separate interviews with both Rob Van Dam and his wife Katie Forbes. RVD discusses his thoughts on the death of his close friend Sabu, recently being in a wheelchair and what it was like working for Vince McMahon. Katie has a fascinating story about how RVD was her celebrity crush... and she actually married him!Copyright 2025 by WJXT News4JAX - All rights reserved.
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2 weeks ago |
news4jax.com | Scott Johnson
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Matt Riddle is back on Going Ringside and he’s not being polite. He unloads on numerous subjects including CM Punk, John Cena, WWE leadership issues and the drama surrounding R-Truth’s release and return. Clips are already viral on this one... it’s a must watch!Copyright 2025 by WJXT News4JAX - All rights reserved.
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2 weeks ago |
news4jax.com | Scott Johnson
FERNANDINA BEACH, Fla. – The Fernandina Beach Police Department said on Monday it was not investigating the drowning of a 5-year-old, which happened on Saturday, as it appeared to be accidental. On Saturday morning, bystanders pulled the 5-year-old from the water near Seaside Park, and within moments, lifeguards and firefighters responded to initiate lifesaving measures. Despite the efforts of beachgoers, first responders and medical staff, the child could not be revived and died at a hospital.
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2 weeks ago |
news4jax.com | Scott Johnson
Published: June 7, 2025 at 11:15 AMST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. – You’ve likely heard many of the names if you ever watched wrestling: Ric Flair. Whether you watched in the 1980’s: Sgt SlaughterThe 90’s: Bret HartOr today: Bobby LashleyThey are all at World Golf Village in St. Johns County this weekend for River City Wrestling Con (RCWC). Going Ringside Host Scott Johnson recently sat down with the Jacksonville man organizing the major fan event expected to draw several thousand to World Golf Village.
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3 weeks ago |
news4jax.com | Scott Johnson
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – On this episode, we’re joined by legendary wrestler D-Von Dudley. One half of the iconic Dudley Boys tag team discusses his career and life. We also discuss his school D-Von Academy in Winter Park, Fla., cranking out some of the top wrestlers in the world. We’re also joined by the organization Old School Wrestling out of Woodbury, Georgia. Copyright 2025 by WJXT News4JAX - All rights reserved.
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Ellen J. Horrow
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