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The Scoop: Tues. April 15, 2025, Florida and Tampa Bay headlines by WMNF

Round up of WMNF news headlines including Trump tariffs, Gulf of America, and tax cuts proposal.
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SOTD 4/15/25: Feels like Summer by Childish Gambino

April is Environmental Awareness Month at WMNF. The station plays songs and hosts discussion about topics that concern how we relate to planet earth. The...
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In Florida, it’s ‘Gulf of America’ as Ron DeSantis signs two bills into law

The Florida bills are aimed at carrying out President Trump’s directive to change the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of...
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The Scoop: Tues. April 15, 2025, Florida and Tampa Bay headlines by WMNF

Round up of WMNF news headlines including Trump tariffs, Gulf of America, and tax cuts proposal.

SOTD 4/15/25: Feels like Summer by Childish Gambino

April is Environmental Awareness Month at WMNF. The station plays songs and hosts discussion about topics that concern how we relate to planet earth. The WMNF Song of the Day for April 15, 2025 is...
Gulf of Mexico Florida beach and great blue heron

In Florida, it’s ‘Gulf of America’ as Ron DeSantis signs two bills into law

The Florida bills are aimed at carrying out President Trump’s directive to change the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America.

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...

Top 10 Spins on WMNF 88.5 FM

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...
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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.

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...
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The Florida House seeks records on agency spending

It comes amid an escalating feud between Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Republican-controlled House.
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Trulieve funnels $19.6 million to a new Florida recreational pot proposal

It's a renewed effort to pass a constitutional amendment to allow recreational use of marijuana in Florida.

Uncle Pentagon: Hung to be heard

Every piece of art tells a story—but some, like this one, practically demand to be unraveled. This isn’t just a blog. It’s an open invitation to join me on a little adventure—to interpret, uncover, and...

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!
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