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A bill to curb oil drilling is headed to Ron DeSantis’ desk

The Florida bill would prevent oil drilling near Northwest Florida’s Apalachicola River and Apalachicola Bay.

Talking Animals: Two longtime Florida wildlife experts discuss FWC’s current effort to evaluate existing rules for wildlife trapping

Kate MacFall and Katherine McGill—longtime wildlife experts address what for many may be the surprising prevalence of trapping in Florida.

Protecting Tampa Bays green space for future generations through Tampa Bay Conservancy

The Sustainable Living Show is joined by members of the Tampa Bay Conservancy to discuss conservation easements to save green spaces.
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A judge calls for Florida to reject an oil drilling permit

The judge says the Florida Department of Environmental Protection did not adequately consider the sensitive nature of the area.
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A state parks bill is teed up in the Florida Senate

A proposal designed to prevent golf courses, pickleball courts and luxury resorts in Florida State Parks is ready to go to the full Senate.

On Earth Day, Floridians discuss the intersection of race and the environment at conference

Listen: This Earth Day, Floridians from across the state gathered in Tampa to discuss the impact of environmental threats like climate change on marginalized communities. The event was part of the 1st annual community conference...

The Scoop: Mon. April 21, 2025, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Roundup of news headlines produced for WMNF Community Radio: Pope Francis has died, Earth Day, Tampa International Airport, geoengineering
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Shoreline Restoration with Thomas Ries

On February 10th 2025 Sustainable Living Anni Ellis interviewed Thomas Ries about shoreline restoration. Listen to the interview by selecting the above date on the Sustainable Living WMNF page  player

Talking Animals: Founders of Florida Rescue Farm recall how orphaned calf named Moobee spurred the creation of their farm animal sanctuary

Kelly McCormick and Glenn Maresca described the remote community of Duette, and what prompted them to settle there.

If a Tree Falls in Florida Who is Responsible?

If a tree falls in Florida, who is responsible? Could shifting liability for falling trees impact the region’s urban canopy? MidPoint looks at the proposed Fallen Tree Act (HB 599/SB 724) which would make the...

EcoFest 2025 Learning Gate Community School

Join Tanja Vidovic and guests Heidi Hughes and Dr. Carlos Jordan from Learning Gate Community School to talk about EcoFest 2025.

WMNF radio host Sid Flannery receives prestigious conservation award

WMNF 88.5 FM volunteer and Saturday Bluegrass Show co-host Sid Flannery receives the 2025 Theodore Roosevelt Hillsborough Forever Conservation Award for his significant contributions to river conservation and environmental stewardship in Hillsborough County.
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