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The mayors of Pinellas beach communities talk about hurricane survival and preparation
Instrument-Swapping rock innovators Skating Polly join Tropical Heatwave lineup
Ten big issues in the 2025 Florida legislative session
U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor blasts Trump order to defund PBS & NPR as ‘illegal’ and an ‘overreach’
Public Media at a Crossroads: WMNF Board’s Statement on Preserving Community Radio
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Polk County political group creates travel advisory for those traveling to the U.S.
Listen: A small Polk County political group is calling out the Trump administration in a big way. The Polk County Progressive Democratic Caucus is calling on for a general strike as well as an advisory against travel to the United States because of the crackdown on undocumented migrants by the Trump administration. Among other issues,…
The Scoop: Wed. May 7, 2025, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
Roundup of news headlines produced for WMNF Community Radio: Condo evacuated, FEA calls out FL legislature, University Bill, UF president, REAL ID
Hurricane Preparedness Week 2025: How to get ready
NOAA predicts a slightly above average hurricane season, with 17 named storms, nine hurricanes, and four major hurricanes.
Florida’s largest teachers union says legislature has ‘failed educators’
Listen: It’s Teacher Appreciation Week, but the Florida Education Association says teachers aren’t feeling very appreciated by the Florida government. The state’s largest teachers’ union says the Florida Legislative Session has failed educators. Andrew Spar, president of the FEA, says policy failures from the legislature have contributed to low test scores by Florida students. “We…
Music
It is WMNF Tropical Heatwave Week as we get really for Saturday May 10! Every day this week SOTD will feature a different Tropical Heatwave band. If you haven’t already, get your tickets here! The WMNF Song of the Day for May 8, 2025 is “Carnaval” by Cheo. Cheo (aka José Luis Pardo) is an artist, guitar player, DJ,…
SOTD 5/7/25: “Hail Mary” by Skating Polly
It is WMNF Tropical Heatwave Week as we get really for Saturday May 10! Every day this week SOTD will feature a different Tropical Heatwave band. If you haven’t already, get your tickets here! The WMNF Song of the Day for May 7, 2025 is “Hail Mary” by Skating Polly. The song features Louise Post…
SOTD 5/6/25: Start a Fire by Applebutter Express
It is WMNF Tropical Heatwave Week as we get really for Saturday May 10! Every day this week SOTD will feature a different Tropical Heatwave band. If you haven’t already, get your tickets here! The WMNF Song of the Day for May 6, 2025 is “Start a Fire” by Applebutter Express. The Applebutter Express, comprised…
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 4/25/25: First Came the Thunder by Chuck Prophet
The WMNF Song of the Day for April 25, 2025 is “First Came the Thunder” by former SOTDer Chuck Prophet with ¿Qiensave?. Attending a Chuck Prophet concert is a raw, electrifying experience that sticks with you long after the final chord fades. The moment he steps on stage, there’s an unfiltered charisma that draws the…
Cheo Pardo: Reimagining Latin music beyond Los Amigos Invisibles
Former Los Amigos Invisibles frontman José Luis “Cheo” Pardo discusses his musical journey, creative evolution, and upcoming performance at Tampa’s Tropical Heatwave 2025. In a recent interview with Isha del Valle from WMNF 88.5’s LatinX show, José Luis “Cheo” Pardo, former leader of the acclaimed Venezuelan band Los Amigos Invisibles, shared insights about his solo…
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.
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The 9th Annual Expressions of Determination, Strength and Triumph
Tropical Heatwave – May 10th, 2025
Haitian Flag Day Cinema Celebration
Sacred Lands presents Reckless Saints
WMNF’s Big Gay Radio Show presents: Drag Bingo hosted by Alexis De La Mer
Tampa Ska Shows Presents: The Pilfers
Slightly Stoopid with special guests Iration and Little Stranger
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