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Tampa small business owners express concern over Trump tariffs
Trulieve funnels $19.6 million to a new Florida recreational pot proposal
A judge says that more protections are needed for manatees in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon
Republican leaders question $10 million donation to Casey DeSantis-linked charity
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Tampa small business owners express concern over Trump tariffs
Listen: Local business leaders are concerned about how tariffs will impact their bottom line. U.S. Representative Kathy Castor hosted them in a roundtable Monday. Around 10 business owners and entrepreneurs in food, manufacturing, and other industries met with Congress member Kathy Castor during a roundtable. The event was hosted at the Blind Tiger Coffee Roasters,…
A judge says that more protections are needed for manatees in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon
A U.S. district judge said Florida has violated the federal Endangered Species Act in its regulation of wastewater discharges.
The Scoop: Mon. April 14, 2025, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
A professor said the information Florida is asking for can easily be found online and puts additional stress on universities.
The Florida House seeks records on agency spending
It comes amid an escalating feud between Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Republican-controlled House.
Music
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…
Paging Doctor Harris – Alex Harris
The always-soulful Alex Harris swings in to share insightful stories about the artist’s responsibility in the community, the love story of his wife and child, and some chills-inducing performances!
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…
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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