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Top 7 Things To Do This Weekend

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/10/03

🌟 Tampa Bay Weekend Guide: Oct 3–5, 2025 🔥 Friday, Oct 3 🏈 USF vs. Charlotte7:00 PM | Raymond James StadiumCheer on the Bulls under the lights in this big home showdown.👉 Details 🎭 La Septima: A Gatsby Affair (Day 1)7:30–9:30 PM | New Tampa Performing Arts CenterA stunning blend of dance, opera, and music… The post Top 7 Things To Do This Weekend appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Nu-Yacht Rock – Speakeasy

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/10/03

We got to enjoy a reunion show with one of Tampa's favorite Nu-yacht rock band Speakeasy! They brought some great new music and some updates! The post Nu-Yacht Rock – Speakeasy appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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The Songwriter’s Leap Of Faith – Laura Lonero & The...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/10/03

Singer/songwriter Laura Lonero and her band of Night Owls joins us for this deep episode of Live Music Showcase The post The Songwriter’s Leap Of Faith – Laura Lonero & The Nightowls appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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From Allman Brothers Band to Asheville Jam: The...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/10/03

We’re thrilled to share a warm, in-depth conversation between Ed Greene (host of The Freak Show, Tuesdays 6–8 PM on WMF 88.5 FM) and legendary guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Warren Haynes. Known for his searing guitar work, soulful voice, and prolific songwriting, Warren Haynes has left an indelible mark on rock, blues, and jam music.… The post From Allman Brothers Band to Asheville Jam: The Warren Haynes interview appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Where are tornado sirens in Florida?

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/09/27

Most Florida cities haven't installed tornado sirens, instead relying on mobile alerts, NOAA Weather Radios, media and other methods.The post Where are tornado sirens in Florida? appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Top 6 things to do this weekend

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/09/26

Looking for something to do? Here are some of the events you’ll enjoy this weekend 🎉 Bienvenido A BSP: Hispanic Heritage Celebration 📍 Bonnet Springs Park, Lakeland, FL🗓️ Friday, Sept 26 (7–9PM) & Saturday, Sept 27 (2–9PM)💵 Free | Family-friendlyCelebrate Hispanic Heritage with live music, dance, food trucks, and cultural showcases at a beautiful park.… The post Top 6 things to do this weekend appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Humberto strengthens into a hurricane but all eyes...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/09/26

Hurricane Humberto gained strength on Friday but a potentially more impactful disturbance is festering near Hispaniola. The post Humberto strengthens into a hurricane but all eyes are on Invest 94L appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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As USF is set to honor a controversial football...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/09/26

Listen: The University of South Florida is preparing to honor a coach who built the school’s football team from scratch. But for the family of one former USF football player, it’s reopening wounds that never healed. Jamie Miller’s brother Joel wasn’t just her older brother; he was her best friend. “He was just very bubbly,… The post As USF is set to honor a controversial football coach, one player’s family says it’s opening old wounds appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Florida senator files bill to test for psychotropic...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/09/26

Florida Sen. Barbara Sharief filed SB 54 which will require toxicology screenings for psychotropic drugs on suspected mass shooters. The post Florida senator files bill to test for psychotropic drugs on mass shooters appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Sarasota residents are drawing attention to concerns...

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2025/09/26

Since 2020, a Sarasota community has been subjected to the environmental and health risks from a recycling facility located in a residential area. Community members have been fighting against the facility and its harmful impacts for the last five years. U.S. Recycling, a recycling facility in Central Coconut Sarasota, has stirred up controversy for years.… The post Sarasota residents are drawing attention to concerns about U.S. Recycling operation in their community appeared first on WMNF

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Exceptional Fiction! Provocative Music!

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/09/26

Laura Venita Green – Sister Creatures As soon as our Zoom connection is made, Laura Venita Green fills the screen with a dazzling smile as she eagerly shares a tantalizing overview of her debut novel, Sister Creatures. “Don’t give too much away”, we ask because the deft way Ms. Green unfolds her story is a… The post Exceptional Fiction! Provocative Music! appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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SOTD 9/26/25: Honky Tonk Hell by Marcus King

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/09/26

The WMNF Song of the Day for September 26, 2025 is “Honky Tonk Hell” by Marcus King. Marcus King (born March 11, 1996) is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and guitarist. He was initially known as lead singer, guitarist, and founder of The Marcus King Band. His 2020 album El Dorado recorded under his own… The post SOTD 9/26/25: Honky Tonk Hell by Marcus King appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Hurricane season: What is the Fujiwhara effect?

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2025/09/26

The Fujiwhara effect occurs when two nearby tropical cyclones or low-pressure systems begin to rotate around a common center, like a dance. The post Hurricane season: What is the Fujiwhara effect? appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Chris Connelly on Fini Tribe (& Love)

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/09/20

Fini Tribe was born into the cash-poor but culturally-wealthy environs of post-punk Edinburgh in the very early 80s – 1980 to be precise. A tiny three-piece with no drummer would soon swell into a muscular six-piece with inherited or cheaply-purchased instruments. Band members Chris Connelly, Simon McGlynn, Andy McGregor, Davie Miller, Philip Pinsky, and John…The post Chris Connelly on Fini Tribe (& Love) appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Tampa Bay officials weigh in on DeSantis push to...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/09/19

Listen: As Governor Ron DeSantis pushes to eliminate property taxes in Florida, elected officials in Tampa Bay are giving their opinion on the matter. Five elected officials discussed what potential changes could mean at the nonpartisan Tampa Tiger Bay Club forum Friday. Hillsborough County Tax Collector Nancy Milan was cautious about eliminating property tax. “It’s… The post Tampa Bay officials weigh in on DeSantis push to eliminate property taxes appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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The Scoop: Fri. Sept. 19, 2025 Tampa Bay and Florida...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/09/19

Police arrested five people at a Veterans for Peace protest yesterday. The post The Scoop: Fri. Sept. 19, 2025 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Veterans for Peace protestors are arrested outside...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/09/19

Five arrests were made during a protest outside of MacDill Air Force Base. The protest was about stopping aid to Israel. The post Veterans for Peace protestors are arrested outside MacDill Air Force Base appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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Florida’s drought improves in the south but worsens...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/09/19

The Panhandle has only a small area of abnormally dry conditions, in northern Jefferson, Leon and Gadsden counties. The post Florida’s drought improves in the south but worsens in the Panhandle appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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SOTD 9/19/25: Back With Me by Kendra Morris [album...

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/09/19

The WMNF Song of the Day for Friday September 19, 2025 is “Back With Me” by SOTDer Kendra Morris. We here at SOTD HQ have been waiting for this one for quite a while. It is finally the drop date of Next, the adorable board game themed album by St. Pete star Kendra Morris. A… The post SOTD 9/19/25: Back With Me by Kendra Morris [album release] appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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“A Time of Reflection” on Morning Energy

WMNF 88.5 FM ·

2025/09/19

“Transitions are a time for reflection, and a time for looking forward” – Roy Cooper Many people look forward to the month of September because they regard it as a fresh start, second New Year or a period of transition because of the Autumn Equinox. The Autumn Equinox generally occurs between September 21st and September… The post “A Time of Reflection” on Morning Energy appeared first on WMNF 88.5 FM.

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