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“In a Flash and Off Guard” on Morning Energy

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2025/07/11

“In a flash and taken off guard” both imply a sudden and unexpected event or action that happens rather quickly. These phrases can also be experienced in both positive and negative contexts. On July 4th 2025, the state of Texas made headlines due to historic deadly flash floods that affected several counties. According to weather experts, drought conditions… The post “In a Flash and Off Guard” on Morning Energy appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Democrats sue over access to migrant detention center

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2025/07/10

They want Gov. Ron DeSantis “to provide immediate, unannounced access” to the remote facility, dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz.” The post Democrats sue over access to migrant detention center appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Talking Animals: All about the proposed bear hunt

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2025/07/10

Adam Sugalski who leads the efforts of Bear Defenders recalls how information imparted in high school prompted some unexpected contemplation. The post Talking Animals: All about the proposed bear hunt appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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City of St Petersburg hosts sandbag distribution

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2025/07/10

City of St Petersburg is hosting a sandbag distribution event. Residents are encouraged to pick up sandbags at 1744 9th Ave. N on July 12th. The post City of St Petersburg hosts sandbag distribution appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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About 200 Marines sent to Florida to support ICE...

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2025/07/10

Listen: Approximately 200 Marines have arrived in Florida from North Carolina to support ICE during its crackdown on undocumented migrants. One legal expert says this is lawful but questionable. U.S. Northern Command says the Marines will perform “strictly non-law enforcement duties” within ICE facilities. The country’s Posse Comitatus Act restricts federal troops from participating in… The post About 200 Marines sent to Florida to support ICE immigration crackdown appeared first on WMNF 88.5

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Oh, What’s In A Name?! – Sons Of Saturn

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2025/07/04

Dueling Guitar solos and Rock n' Roll vibes in full effect! Sons Of Saturn (Formerly The Dirty Janes) Rock there way into the studio for this episode of Live Music ShowcaseThe post Oh, What’s In A Name?! – Sons Of Saturn appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Local Spark Catches Fire – Fiona Joy

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2025/07/04

Fiona Joy, St. Petersburg up-and-coming Singer-songwriter, Performs and shares insights about her young life. Louise Coogian Guests hosts The post Local Spark Catches Fire – Fiona Joy appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Life Of a Looper – Taylor Reed

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2025/07/04

It might sound like a full band episode, but even with the guitar, percussion, beatboxing, harmonies and violin, Taylor Reed is a one-woman band on this episode of Live Music Showcase The post Life Of a Looper – Taylor Reed appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Writer, Father – Mercy McCoy

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2025/07/04

Mercy McCoy brings there brand of modern Americana to this episode of Live Music Showcase! The post Writer, Father – Mercy McCoy appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Pre-Heatwave Hoedown! The Applebutter Express

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2025/07/04

In anticipation of WMNF's annual music festival Tropical Heatwave, Bluegrass-inspired band The Applebutter Express joins us to share their brand of modern lyrics meets classic Appalachian strings and harmonies! The post Pre-Heatwave Hoedown! The Applebutter Express appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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A Tampa Staple Band Brings The Island Music – Tribal...

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2025/07/04

One Of Tampa's Favorite Island style bands, Tribal Style brings the Reggae vibes to Live Music Showcase! The post A Tampa Staple Band Brings The Island Music – Tribal Style appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Get The Name Right, Ken! – Sonora Tukukuy

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2025/07/04

Our most energetic episode of Live Music Showcase YET! Sonora Tukukuy brings the Cumbia/Latin vibe to the live music studio in this episode of Live Music Showcase! If you need a pick-me-up, this episode is It! The post Get The Name Right, Ken! – Sonora Tukukuy appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Sad Songs And Tattoos – Sam Hastings

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2025/07/04

Local Singer-Songwriter Sam Hastings fills this episode with beautiful melodies and cathartically tortured lyrics to tug on your heart strings. The post Sad Songs And Tattoos – Sam Hastings appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Public Media Is Under Threat – WMNF Needs You

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2025/07/04

In an unprecedented blow to public media, Governor Ron DeSantis has eliminated nearly all state funding for public broadcasting in Florida — cutting $1.3 million from the budget. WMNF, along with every other public radio station in the state, is losing $100,000. And it doesn’t end there: Congress is now considering rescinding an additional $130,000… The post Public Media Is Under Threat – WMNF Needs You appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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SOTD 7/4/25: Under Lime by Elvis Costello & The...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/07/04

The WMNF Song of the Day for July 4th, 2025 is “Under Lime” by Elvis Costello & The Imposters. Elvis Costello is famous for wearing glasses. He also has a long career of making excellent music. Costello has played with several bands. His current group, The Imposters, is composed of Steve Nieve, Pete Thomas and… The post SOTD 7/4/25: Under Lime by Elvis Costello & The Imposters appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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What is a heat advisory and excessive heat warning?...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/06/28

The NWS issues both extreme heat warnings and extreme heat watches for when extremely dangerous heat. The post What is a heat advisory and excessive heat warning? NWS heat alerts explained appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Talking Animals: VEG ER for Pets

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2025/06/28

Dr. Holly Dutton, grew up wanting to be a veterinarian, but for one reason or another, their plans changed. The post Talking Animals: VEG ER for Pets appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Former Florida Sen. Jeff Brandes talks insurance,...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/06/27

Jeff Brandes is a self-proclaimed policy addict, and the former Florida senator and current leader of the nonprofit Florida Policy Project was at WMNF’s Tampa studio today to talk about homeowners insurance, Florida’s $115 billion budget, outdated housing policy, Hope Florida, and more. To kick off the show, Marcelo Balladares, an organizing representative at the Sierra… The post Former Florida Sen. Jeff Brandes talks insurance, housing, Hope Florida and more appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Nordstrom employee files discrimination complaint...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/06/27

Listen: An employee at a Nordstrom store in Jacksonville says she was told she would be fired if she didn’t remove her necklace pendant representing Palestine. She has filed a discrimination complaint against the company. The employee, who is only using her first name Shoroq, filed a formal complaint with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity… The post Nordstrom employee files discrimination complaint after being told to remove Palestine pendant appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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SOTD 6/27/25: Questions by Adrian Younge

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2025/06/27

The WMNF Song of the Day for June 27, 2025 is “Questions” by Adrian Younge and Ali Shaheed Muammad. The critically acclaimed composer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist, is well respected for his genre-blending work in soul, funk, hip-hop, and cinematic sound. From co-creating The Midnight Hour and founding Jazz Is Dead, to scoring cult classics Black… The post SOTD 6/27/25: Questions by Adrian Younge appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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