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Some conservatives say the University of Florida presidential finalist is too “woke”
The mayors of Pinellas beach communities talk about hurricane survival and preparation
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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TOP SECRET CIA Disclosures Among Recent Kennedy Assassination Documents
Released Kennedy Assassination Documents Reveal Top Secret CIA Operations from 1960’s and 1970’s
New Florida ballot initiative law draws fierce backlash, including a lawsuit
Listen: Advocacy groups are pushing back on Governor DeSantis’ attempts to make it harder for citizen campaigns to change the constitution. The law, signed by the Governor last week, requires people who collect over 25 petitions other than their own or their families to register or face a felony. It’s already received pushback from multiple…
The Safety Harbor tool library offers sustainable solutions through resource sharing
The Sustainable Living show discusses the Safety Harbor Tool Library with library director Lisa Kothe and Adult Services Manager Mallory Cyr.
These are the key budget details still unresolved in the Florida Legislature
The Florida House and Senate did not pass a budget before the scheduled end of the annual legislative session, requiring an extension.
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This Year’s Most Talked-About Tampa Event Happens TOMORROW!
⏰ LESS THAN 72 HOURS LEFT! ⏰THIS. IS. NOT. A. DRILL. Your friends have already bought tickets. Your coworkers are talking about it. Your social feed will be FLOODED with it this weekend. 🌴🔥 TROPICAL HEATWAVE IS HAPPENING TOMORROW – MAY 10TH! 🔥🌴 While you’re reading this email, tickets are literally disappearing by the MINUTE.THE…
SOTD 5/9/25: Nothing but the Funk by The Black Honkeys
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 9, 2025 is “Nothing but the Funk” by The Black Honkeys. The Black Honkeys first hit…
“Celebrating Moms” on Morning Energy
“Biology is the least of what makes someone a mother.” —Oprah Winfrey May is known for many modern day celebrations to include: May Day, Cinco de Mayo, and Mother’s Day. As it relates to tracked holidays, according to LendingTree.com, 37% of Mother’s Day 2025 celebrators plan to go out to eat, behind only Valentine’s Day and Cinco de Mayo.…
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,…
This Year’s Most Talked-About Tampa Event Happens TOMORROW!
⏰ LESS THAN 72 HOURS LEFT! ⏰THIS. IS. NOT. A. DRILL. Your friends have already bought tickets. Your coworkers are talking about it. Your social feed will be FLOODED with it this weekend. 🌴🔥 TROPICAL HEATWAVE IS HAPPENING TOMORROW – MAY 10TH! 🔥🌴 While you’re reading this email, tickets are literally disappearing by the MINUTE.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…
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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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