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Drought worsens in Florida; long-term outlook doesn’t look good

Florida Public Radio Emergency Network (FPREN) Storm Center | By Irene Sans For most of Florida, the dry season started in late October, and by Christmas,...
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Not all wrapping paper belongs in the recycling bin

After the rush of opening gifts with friends and family has ended, the only thing left is to clean up and discard all of the...
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SOTD 12/26/24: Chanukah Prayer by Carole King

The WMNF Song of the Day for December 26, 2024 is Chanukah Prayer by Carole King from her 2011 album A Holiday Carole.
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A bill would repeal Florida’s gun age law

A Republican state senator proposed repealing a Florida law that prevents people under age 21 from buying rifles and other long guns.

Event Tuesday to help prepare job seekers

CareerSource Hillsborough Pinellas is hosting "Coffee & Careers" on Tuesday Dec. 17 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 9215 N. Florida Ave.

Talking Animals: Blind author recounts surviving 9/11 and other experiences–lessons learned–with his eight guide dogs

Michael Hingson recounts how he had the brilliant idea for writing his book titled “Live Like A Guide Dog.”
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HIV diagnoses among Black women in Pinellas County more than tripled since 2021

Listen: HIV diagnoses among Black women in Pinellas County have more than tripled since 2021. Human immonodeficiency virus, or HIV, is a virus that attacks cells that help the body fight infection. It makes a...

The Scoop: Tues. Dec. 10, 2024, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Get the latest updates on Florida lawmakers and their actions. From open-carry bills to transgender prison policies, stay informed on the latest legal developments.

A night to remember: Keller Williams at Skipper’s Smokehouse

We had a truly unforgettable night at Skipper’s Smokehouse, where the incredible Keller Williams took the stage and delivered an outstanding performance that had everyone in the crowd dancing and enjoying the music. The energy...
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St. Petersburg City Council approves bonds to pay for a new Rays stadium

St. Petersburg City Council approved bonds to pay for a new stadium for the Tampa Bay Rays.

SOTD 12/9/24: The Garage by Caleb Caudle

The WMNF Song of the Day for Tuesday December 9th is The Garage by Caleb Caudle. Caudle & The Sweet Critters are performing this Saturday, December 14th at Bayboro Brewing Co. in St. Pete. Special...
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Florida targets China investments

The state's Investment Advisory Council directs portfolio managers to lower China exposure in the Florida Retirement System Investment Plan.
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Florida State Rep. Susan Valdes of Tampa switches parties to Republican

“I’m tired of being the party of protesting when I got into politics to be part of the party of progress,” Susan Valdes said.
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A bill in the state House would allow the open carry of firearms in Florida

Floridians can carry concealed weapons, but so far lawmakers have stopped short of allowing people to openly carry firearms.
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Is there a Christmas tree crisis after the 2024 hurricane season?

Many Christmas tree farms in North Carolina suffered devastating flooding from Hurricane Helene just before the 2024 holiday season.
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