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Republican leaders question $10 million donation to Casey DeSantis-linked charity
The Florida House advances a plan for hurricane preparedness and response
Chuck Prophet returns to Tropical Heatwave with new cumbia sound
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News and Public Affairs
Florida universities required to send grant, hiring data to DeSantis under state’s DOGE efforts
Listen: Governor Ron DeSantis is asking for years of detailed records from Florida’s public universities and colleges, and giving them a tight deadline to respond. The audit is part of Florida’s DOGE efforts, launched in February to “eliminate waste” in state government. The request came in a letter, which was published by the Tampa Bay…
WMNF radio host Sid Flannery receives prestigious conservation award
WMNF 88.5 FM volunteer and Saturday Bluegrass Show co-host Sid Flannery receives the 2025 Theodore Roosevelt Hillsborough Forever Conservation Award for his significant contributions to river conservation and environmental stewardship in Hillsborough County.
The Scoop: Fri. April 11, 2025, Florida and Tampa Bay headlines by WMNF
Round up of WMNF news headlines including $10 million donation transparency, Florida’s Parental Rights bill, and sewage report in Lakeland.
A judge says that a football recruit can continue his case against the University of Florida
A judge ruled that Jaden Rashada can pursue fraud and conspiracy allegations against defendants including UF football coach Billy Napier.
Music
SOTD 4/11/25: Nesting Dolls by In Transit
The WMNF Song of the Day for April 11, 2025 is “Nesting Dolls” by In Transit an Indie/Prog/Post-Hardcore band from Bradenton, Fl. In Transit is Ben Bakker (Vocals & Guitar), Adam Byers (Guitar & Vocals), Matt Roback (Bass) Keith Krusch (Keys), and Alex Frazzoni (Drums). “Nesting Dolls” is on In Transit’s newest album Illusionary that…
“April Showers Bring May Flowers and More” on Morning Energy
“April showers bring May flowers, but they also bring renewal and growth.” – Mandy Harrison The phrase “April Showers Bring May Flower” is a popular saying that is believed to have originated from a work of literature by an English poet and farmer named Thomas Tusser. The literary piece from which this phrase was derived…
SOTD 4/10/25: Shine from Gold by the Wire Birds
The WMNF Song of the Day for April 10, 2025 is “Shine from Gold” from The Wire Birds, a chamber folk group from Gainesville, FL. If you, dear reader, are unfamiliar with “chamber folk” it is understandable because it doesn’t get the level of support from the industrial-music complex that K-pop or shoegaze does. Chamber…
SOTD 4/9/25: Same Old Song by The Lumineers
The WMNF Song of the Day for April 9, 2025 is “Same Old Song” by The Lumineers. The Lumineers are an American alternative folk band based in Denver, Colorado. The founding members are Wesley Schultz (lead vocals, guitar) and Jeremiah Fraites (drums, percussion, piano). Schultz and Fraites began writing and performing together in Ramsey, New…
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
Tropical Heatwave – May 10th, 2025
WMNF’s Big Gay Radio Show presents: Drag Bingo hosted by Alexis De La Mer
Slightly Stoopid with special guests Iration and Little Stranger
The Righteous Rockers Music Festival, a Reggae and Gospel event
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