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Ketch Secor talks Appalachian music and Old Crow’s legacy ahead of Clearwater show
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Florida will be extra hot and humid this weekend before a mid-week cooldown
The next cold front that will push through Florida could be the last burst of cooler temperatures this season.
Weather modification bill passes Florida Senate
Listen: A bill to ban weather modification projects passed the Florida Senate Thursday. Among other things, the bill seeks to prevent what some call chemtrails. Senate Bill 56 would ban the release of chemicals into the air meant to affect the climate. With this bill, anybody who violates this ban would face steep fines and…
The Scoop: Fri. April 4, 2025, Florida and Tampa Bay headlines by WMNF
Round up of WMNF news headlines including hurricane season forecast, saving water for drought season, and updating school materials to Gulf of America.
The Florida House votes to change the Gulf’s name to ‘Gulf of America’
Erasing the Gulf of Mexico from state laws and educational materials won Florida House approval in favor of Gulf of America.
Music
Ketch Secor talks Appalachian music and Old Crow’s legacy ahead of Clearwater show
Join two-time GRAMMY-winning band Old Crow Medicine Show as they celebrate their 25th anniversary with a special performance at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, FL, on April 9th. Enjoy classic hits like “Wagon Wheel” and “Sweet Amarillo.”
The mystery of the hidden portrait: Who painted Charles Vann?
Hey everyone, it’s Toni Phan, your favorite WMNF social media intern, and I’m back with another chapter of my ongoing adventure inside this historic station. If you’ve been following along, you know I love digging into the past, uncovering forgotten stories of the art here, and sharing them with all of you. But this time?…
SOTD 4/4/25: Silhouettes by Pet Lizard [premiere]
The WMNF Song of the Day for April 4, 2025 is “Silhouettes” by Pet Lizard, which drops today! Pet Lizard is Indie emo punk from Tampa. You can tell they are homegrown heroes because they have 813 right in the Instagram: @petlizard813. Pet Lizard are: Jaime Perez – Guitar/vocals, Nick Winston – Guitar/vocals, Austin Loper…
“Words of Wisdom” on Morning Energy
“To acquire knowledge, one must study; but to acquire wisdom, one must observe”…Marilyn Vos Savant. After a two-decade hiatus, Oscar-winning actor Will Smith announced a return to his musical roots with the release of his new album called, “Based on a True Story”. The album addresses various areas of his life to include: marriage, faith, and the…
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
Eco Fest: Bringing it Back to its Roots
Guiding Spirit Organic Garden World Earth Day Celebration
Tropical Heatwave – May 10th, 2025
Slightly Stoopid with special guests Iration and Little Stranger
The Righteous Rockers Music Festival, a Reggae and Gospel event
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