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In Florida, it’s ‘Gulf of America’ as Ron DeSantis signs two bills into law
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Bill to make university presidential searches public passes Florida House
Listen: A bill bringing more transparency to university presidential searches passed overwhelmingly in the Florida House Wednesday. The bill’s sponsor says it’s meant to bring more transparency to a search process she says creates distrust. House Bill 1321 would remove the public records exemption for applicants to be president of Florida’s public colleges and universities. …
WMNF wins two Best Of awards from Florida Association of Broadcast Journalists
WMNF News, Seán Kinane and WMNF summer intern Tyler Oldano won 2024 Best Of awards from FABJ.
A new community resorce: Tampa Free Every Center
Tampa Free Every Center provides support services such as “harm reduction/hygiene care kits/herbal care and first aid station.”
Join Tanja and Anni to discuss Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms (WWOOF) with Jenna Pollard
Music
SOTD 4/16/25: Hold Me Up (Thank you) by Khruangbin
The WMNF Song of the Day for April 16, 2025 is “Hold Me Up (Thank you)” by Khruangbin. Khruangbin, the Houston-based trio known for their genre-blending instrumental sound, returned in 2024 with their fourth studio album, A La Sala. The title, Spanish for “to the room,” reflects the album’s intimate and inviting atmosphere, crafted during the…
SOTD 4/15/25: Feels like Summer by Childish Gambino
April is Environmental Awareness Month at WMNF. The station plays songs and hosts discussion about topics that concern how we relate to planet earth. The WMNF Song of the Day for April 15, 2025 is “Feels like Summer” by Donald Glover AKA Childish Gambino. The song discusses climate change, the water crisis, artificial intelligence, air…
The Top 10 Spins on WMNF 88.5 FM highlights the most popular and influential tracks currently playing on the station. It showcases a curated list of the top 10 songs, representing a mix of genres from indie hits to emerging artists and chart-topping favorites. Updated weekly, this list brings you the freshest sounds and the…
SOTD 4/14/25 Pony by Slothrust
The WMNF Song of the Day for April 14 is “Pony” by Slothrust. This is Slothrust’s version of the Ginuwine song. Slothrust consists of Leah Wellbaum (vocals, guitar) and Will Gorin (drums). Wellbaum and Gorin first began collaborating as students at Sarah Lawrence College. After performing in various school groups, including Wellbaum’s “Slothbox”, the two joined…
SOTD 4/1/25: Muddy Water by Zach Person
The WMNF Song of the day for April 1st, 2025 is Rose Marie by Tampa native, Slim Whitman: April Fools! The ACTUAL WMNF Song of the Day for April 1, 2025 is “Muddy Water” by Zach Person. Zach Person is an American, indie rock artist and guitarist based in Austin, Texas, who is considered to…
Ignite the Tropical Heatwave with the Gulfport Gecko Amalgamated Marching Band!
Get ready to kick off the Tropical Heatwave with an electrifying performance by the Gulfport Gecko Amalgamated Marching Band! Starting at 5:30 PM on May 10th at the Cuban Club.
Instrument-Swapping rock innovators Skating Polly join Tropical Heatwave lineup
Step-siblings turned musical powerhouse Skating Polly are ready to bring their unique brand of genre-defying rock to Tropical Heatwave 2025. This Oklahoma-born, now Tacoma-based trio has been challenging musical boundaries since 2009, and their upcoming performance promises to be one of the festival’s most electrifying sets. From Living Room to Main StageWhat began as two…
Damon Fowler brings chart topping Blues to Tropical Heatwave 2025
Billboard-charting blues artist Damon Fowler brings his masterful guitar work and soulful Americana sound to Tropical Heatwave 2025. Don’t miss this Tampa native’s electrifying performance featuring hits from his #1 album ‘Alafia Moon’ and latest release ‘Barnyard Smile.’
Featured and Community Events
Living Mirror Playback Theater – Storytelling & Improv
Eco Fest: Bringing it Back to its Roots
Guiding Spirit Organic Garden World Earth Day Celebration
The 9th Annual Expressions of Determination, Strength and Triumph
Tropical Heatwave – May 10th, 2025
WMNF’s Big Gay Radio Show presents: Drag Bingo hosted by Alexis De La Mer
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