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Listen: Many members of Congress across the country have refused to host town halls to hear the concerns of their constituents. Now, some Pinellas residents are taking things into their own hands and hosting a town hall without their member of Congress, Anna Paulina Luna. Since March, organizers say they’ve called, emailed, and even rallied…
The Scoop: Wed. May 28, 2025, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
WMNF headlines including cuts to food stamps, Marian Hammer, NRA, immigration laws, DeSantis, medical malpractice bill.
Part 1 The band formed in Leeds in 1976. The original members were singer Jon King, guitarist Andy Gill, bass guitarist Dave Allen and drummer Hugo Burnham. They played a stripped-down mix of punk rock, funk and dub, with a lyrical emphasis on the social and political ills of society. The name Gang of…
Potential Trump cuts to food stamps may impact major Tampa food bank
Listen: Trump’s “big beautiful” tax bill passed the House last week. It would implement serious cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, which provides food assistance to millions around the country. Here in Tampa Bay, local food group Feeding Tampa Bay says the cuts may result in an increased need. The organization serves…
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SOTD 5/28/25: Galaxy 500 by Reverend Horton Heat
The WMNF Song of the Day for May 28, 2025 is “Galaxy 500” by Reverend Horton Heat. The Reverend Horton Heat is the stage name of American musician James C. Heath (born 1959) as well as the name of his psychobilly trio from Dallas. Heath is a singer, songwriter, and guitarist. He is considered by…
Part 1 The band formed in Leeds in 1976. The original members were singer Jon King, guitarist Andy Gill, bass guitarist Dave Allen and drummer Hugo Burnham. They played a stripped-down mix of punk rock, funk and dub, with a lyrical emphasis on the social and political ills of society. The name Gang of…
SOTD 5/27/25: Social Shoes by Post Sex High
The WMNF Song of the Day for May 27, 2025 is “Social Shoes” by Post Sex High. Hailing from the Tampa, Post Sex High is an indie-pop band consisting of Colt Catrett (lead vocals/guitar), Bobbi McElroy (keyboard/guitar), Bella Engala (guitar), Steven Iovino (bass), and Gabby Engala (drums). “Social Shoes is funk meets indie, plus a…
SOTD 5/26/25: Expostulate by Tonnesen
The WMNF Song of the Day for May 26, 2025, is “Expostulate” by Tonnesen. Tonnesen is a Central Florida rock project founded in 2016 by singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Anthony Tonnesen. Their initial self-titled debut took a “heart on your sleeve”, lyrics first approach, stemming from life experiences and rooted in personal convictions. The music then blends a…
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