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Florida For All panel takes on corporate influence...

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2025/03/28

Corporate influence over politics in Florida, has left many organizations searching for ways to encourage more democratic engagement. WMNF’s Josh Holton reports, a coalition of organizations with Florida For All held an educational webinar last night to explore how some of that influence affects the structure of Florida’s economy. Ida Eskamani is the sister of… The post Florida For All panel takes on corporate influence over Florida politics appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Florida Gators top Maryland, advance to Elite Eight...

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2025/03/28

The UF Gators will face the Texas Tech Red Raiders on Saturday seeking the program’s first final four since 2014. The post Florida Gators top Maryland, advance to Elite Eight with 87-71 win appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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SOTD 3/28/25: City Cook by Caravan Palace

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2025/03/28

The WMNF Song of the Day for March 28, 2026 is “City Cook” by Caravan Palace. Caravan Palace is a French electro-swing band based in Paris. The band’s influences include Django Reinhardt, Vitalic, Lionel Hampton, and Daft Punk. They are playing in Orlando April 16, 2025 House of Blues. More info at: https://www.caravanpalace.com The post SOTD 3/28/25: City Cook by Caravan Palace appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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St. Pete is installing free smoke alarms

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/03/27

St Petersburg Fire Rescue and the American Red Cross will be canvassing Childs Park on Saturday to install free smoke alarms for residents. The post St. Pete is installing free smoke alarms appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Program lets developmentally disabled students help...

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2025/03/27

The Focus Academy in Temple Terrace has been fostering a learning environment for developmentally disabled students since 2012. Now, they have given 18-22 year old students the chance to help Florida’s marine ecosystems. Focus Academy has partnered with two Tampa-based seagrass restoration companies — Aquatech Eco Consultants and Aquaticus Plants — to provide hands on experience… The post Program lets developmentally disabled students help the local environment appeared first on

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The Florida Senate will consider changing high school...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/03/27

The bill would eliminate a requirement that Florida students pass assessments for 10th-grade Algebra 1 and 10th-grade English-language arts. The post The Florida Senate will consider changing high school graduation requirements appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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“Talking Animals”: Co-creators discuss new digital...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/03/23

Jocelyn Stokes and Katie Schuler retrace the path that led each of them toward their present filmmaking careers.The post “Talking Animals”: Co-creators discuss new digital series profiling women protecting wildlife across the globe; all-female production team, too appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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A Father’s Love – Kristopher James

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/03/21

Fan Favorite Kristopher James joins the show for a heartfelt episode chock-full of fun! The post A Father’s Love – Kristopher James appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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The Scoop: Fri. March 21, 2025, Florida and Tampa Bay...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/03/21

Round up of WMNF news headlines including the dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education, immigration policies, and U.S. Postal Service rally. The post The Scoop: Fri. March 21, 2025, Florida and Tampa Bay headlines by WMNF appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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SOTD 3/21/25: Smokin’ Guitar Cat by Julie Black...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/03/21

The WMNF Song of the Day for Friday March 21, 2025 is “Smokin’ Guitar Cat” by New Port Richey, FL based blues, jazz, and soul act Julie Black and Her Band. “Smokin’ Guitar Cat” drops today and tells the surrealistic story of an Ybor City guitar player who inspires the community with music. In return, the… The post SOTD 3/21/25: Smokin’ Guitar Cat by Julie Black [premiere] appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Postal workers union rallies against Trump’s moves to...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/03/20

About 70 postal workers and labor organizers rallied in Tampa today (Thursday) amid threats to privatize the United States Postal Service. It was part of The American Postal Workers Union’s national “Day of Action” Last month President Donald Trump said he may put the U.S. Postal Service under the control of the Commerce Department. In… The post Postal workers union rallies against Trump’s moves to privatize USPS appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Talking Animals: Founder of pilots to the rescue...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/03/20

Michael Schneider, a pilot and founder of Pilots To The Rescue describes the career reinvention that preceded his taking flying lessons. The post Talking Animals: Founder of pilots to the rescue describes learning to fly, then launching org that helps shelter animals find homes appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Changing to the ‘Gulf of America’ is ready for...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/03/20

The bills would replace the Gulf of Mexico in Florida laws and educational materials and are headed to a House vote. The post Changing to the ‘Gulf of America’ is ready for Florida House floor votes appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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How to contact your Florida state legislators

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2025/03/20

Here's a step-by-step guide to getting in touch with elected officials in the Florida legislature. The post How to contact your Florida state legislators appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Talking Animals: Cornell Public Health’s Dr. Travis...

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2025/03/08

Dr. Alex Travis explains exactly what his job involves, what he brings being both a veterinarian and PhD scientist to discharging his duties.The post Talking Animals: Cornell Public Health’s Dr. Travis discusses Bird Flu and the university’s online informational portal, The Avian Flu Resource Center appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Talking Animals: Dog trainer and behaviorist (&...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/03/08

Today’s program involved setting aside the usual “Talking Animals” format in order to present the show-length feature, “Ask The Trainer." The post Talking Animals: Dog trainer and behaviorist (& ex-WMNF programmer) Glen Hatchell returns for another installment of “Ask The Trainer” appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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House speaker calls investigation on property...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/03/07

Listen: Florida’s House Speaker Daniel Perez announced this week that he was starting a committee to investigate the finances of property insurance companies amidst the state’s insurance crisis. It was sparked by a Tampa Bay Times report showing Florida insurance companies claimed to be losing money while their parent companies and affiliates were making billions. … The post House speaker calls investigation on property insurance sparked by a Tampa reporter’s findings appeared first on WMNF

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WMNF 88.5 FM Highlights the Importance of Public Media

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/03/07

In an era of media consolidation and shrinking local journalism, public radio stations like WMNF 88.5 FM remain vital community resources. These essential services face an uncertain future as congressional funding decisions loom. With the current continuing resolution expiring on March 14, the need for support for public media is more pressing than ever. A… The post WMNF 88.5 FM Highlights the Importance of Public Media appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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The Scoop: Fri. March 7, 2025, Florida and Tampa Bay...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/03/07

Round up of WMNF news headlines including Florida vaccines mandate, DOGE cuts, exonerees compensation proposal, and public school fundings. The post The Scoop: Fri. March 7, 2025, Florida and Tampa Bay headlines by WMNF appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Board of Directors Information and Application

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/03/07

The Nathan B. Stubblefield Foundation /WMNF seeks a new member for our Board of Directors. WMNF is seeking applicants to join our Board of Directors, the Nathan B. Stubblefield Foundation (license holder of WMNF Community Radio). We are looking for representation as diverse as our WMNF community. This seat is open to members of the community… The post Board of Directors Information and Application appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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