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Beach access bill targeting a North Florida county moves forward in House

Listen: A bill advanced in the House today targeting beach access in one county on the panhandle.  It comes as some lawmakers say Walton County...
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Florida’s increased license-renewal costs for medical marijuana companies is upheld

A rule boosted renewal costs to about $1.3 million, more than 22 times the $60,000 biennial fee paid in the past by pot companies.
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“BEING STUCK IN PLACE” ON MORNING ENERGY

“Growth is painful. Change is painful. But nothing is as painful as staying stuck somewhere you don’t belong.” – Unknown On March 18, 2025 two NASA crew...
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A divided Florida Senate panel approves further relaxing child labor laws

Critics of the child labor bill say it would exploit children but proponents say it's a “parental rights” issue.
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Florida lawmakers consider oil drilling permits

Panels in the Florida House and Senate approved proposals aimed at shielding environmentally sensitive areas from oil drilling.

The Scoop: Tues. March 25, 2025, Florida and Tampa Bay headlines by WMNF

Round up of WMNF news headlines including Howard Frankland Bridge opening, lowering gun purchase age, and local government reimbursement.
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AI is eyed in insurance claim denials in Florida

The Florida bill would prevent insurers from using artificial intelligence as the sole basis for denying claims.

SOTD 3/25/25: Gemini by The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble [premiere]

The WMNF Song of the Day for March 25, 2025 is “Gemini” by the San Diego funk/jazz outfit, The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble. In Latin, the word Gemini denotes “two together” or “twins”. In astrological terms, Geminis...

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...

VIDEO: the new Howard Frankland Bridge southbound span is now open

The new southbound span of the Howard Frankland Bridge along I-275 South is finally open for drivers between Tampa and St. Petersburg.
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Florida House to hear bill lowering rifle purchase age

Listen: A controversial Florida bill to reduce the age to purchase a rifle or other long gun from 21 to 18 will be heard on the house Floor this week.  Democratic Minority House Leader Fentrice...
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A legal fight over wetlands permitting in Florida is teed up for arguments

It's about whether the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency improperly shifted permitting authority to Florida for wetlands projects.
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An appeals court backs Tesla in a lawsuit over a fatal crash in Florida

The case involves a dispute about the design of the Tesla's battery system after a fiery, fatal crash after an 18-year-old drove 116 mph.

The Scoop: Mon. March 24, 2025, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Roundup of news headlines produced for WMNF Community Radio: Florida State Senate, Food Assistance Program cuts, Gulf of America, Conan O'Brien honored
Autism Awareness

Tampa Bay’s only sensory-friendly science festival is returning

"Sensational SciFest," is for children with sensory sensitivities and hosted by Scientists Inc. & Center for Autism and Related Disabilities.
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