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In an era of media consolidation and shrinking local journalism, public radio stations like WMNF 88.5 FM remain vital community resources. These essential services face an uncertain future as congressional funding decisions loom. With the...

Justin and Kelly are long time partners in the art of improvisational comedy. Comedians. But they are far more than that because they are also co-partners in a wonderful community enterprise in Ybor City called...

Chip shared his life with us, as a boy and young man growing up in Tampa. His love for the city came through in the descriptions of all of his creative accomplishments. Chip has been...

Katarina Lauver, host of The Thursday Morning Show (6 AM – 9 AM), recently caught up with John Flansburgh of the iconic band They Might Be Giants. The two-time GRAMMY winners are set to kick...

Celebrating 45 Years of Community Radio | February 19-26  In a media landscape dominated by corporate interests, WMNF’s 45-year legacy of independent broadcasting remains steadfast. Our theme this year—”Real News – Cool Vibes”—reflects our unwavering...

On the day honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., WMNF radio station demonstrated its commitment to community and unity through active participation in the city’s commemorative events. The station’s team, including General Manager Randi Zimmerman,...

Louise “Tempest” Rodney, the beloved host of Thee Righteous Temple of Hip Hop on WMNF 88.5 FM on Sunday at 6pm and dedicated nurse, passed away last Wednesday, January 15th. Her life exemplified service to...

WMNF 88.5FM Community Radio is thrilled to announce our participation in the 35th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade in Tampa, FL, taking place on Monday, January 20th, 2025. This exciting event offers a...

Ojibwe citizen Leah Lemm brings us along on her journey to connect with the sacred nature of wild rice in In Finding Manoomin.

Giving Tuesday is a global day of generosity, taking place annually on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. In a world filled with Black Friday deals and Cyber Monday shopping sprees, Giving Tuesday shifts the focus toward...

Hurricane Helene caused up to $162.2 million in agricultural losses in Florida according to UF/IFAS.

TECO could seek to recover up to $55 million related to Hurricane Helene and up to $370 million related to Hurricane Milton.