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The Scoop: Tues. April 23rd, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Discussion by college leaders about fostering diversity on campuses, and, join the awareness campaign during Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.
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17 bands in 17 days – Day 12: Midwest indie favorites Sweeping Promises craft a post-punk dream

Get ready to experience an incredible lineup featuring 17 bands across 3 electrifying stages, plus a Hip Hop Lounge at Tropical Heatwave
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Helping Others Learn to Garden with Elise Pickett of The Urban Harvest

Join Anni and Tanja on Sustainable Living to discuss helping others learn to garden with Elise Pickett of The Urban Harvest
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Residents of Hillsborough and Pinellas are eligible for new solar co-ops

Solar United Neighbors announced new co-ops for Pinellas and Hillsborough County. Co-ops allow large groups of people to bargain together for a shared rate.

Sarasota higher ed leaders discuss diversity amid Florida crackdown

Listen: Leaders at several colleges in Manatee and Sarasota Counties spoke at a nonpartisan political forum on Thursday. An otherwise non-controversial discussion got interesting when the question of diversity came up. Leaders at New College,...
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This month in Tampa is Colorectal Cancer awareness month

This month is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in Tampa. This cancer is considered the number 2 killer in men and women in the US.

Florida lawmakers pass a bill to raise the minimum age for strippers to 21

The Florida Legislature passed a bill that would prevent strippers under age 21 from working in adult-entertainment establishments.

The Scoop: Fri., March 8, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Mosquitos adapt to climate change WMNF’s Chris Young reports that this adaption could mean changes when it comes to the spread of harmful diseases. Hurricane Ian relief funds A new investigation has found that groups...
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Study sheds light on disease-carrying mosquitoes and climate change

Listen: A study from the University of Florida shows that mosquitoes can adapt to climate change, and this adaptation may have changes on the spread of harmful diseases. Matthew Thomas is the director of the...

“Springing Forward & Letting Go” on Morning Energy

Temporal landmarks (or the Fresh Start Effect) is a psychological phenomenon that represents the start of a new time period. This can range from the start of a new year, the beginning of a new...
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Florida lawmakers pass changes to Citizens Insurance

The Florida House passed a bill that could lead to at least some second homes moving from Citizens to the private insurance market.
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The Florida House passed a bill to prevent offshore wind energy and remove references to reducing greenhouse gas emissions

The House voted 81-29 to pass the bill (HB 1645), which was approved by the Senate, 28-12. It is ready to go to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.

Lawmakers sign off on vacation rentals plan

By Dara Kam ©2024 The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Senate on Thursday gave final approval to a plan aimed, in part, at addressing “party houses” at short-term rental properties, as the...
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DeSantis to get bill on shooting bears

The state House gave final approval to a bill that would bolster self-defense arguments for people who kill bears on their property.
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A bill to allow chaplains in Florida schools is ready for Ron DeSantis

Florida school districts could soon be authorized to allow volunteer chaplains to provide services to students.

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