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Two killed and six hospitalized after shooting at Florida State University; Suspect apprehended
New Tampa International Airport CEO talks local transit, flying cars at civic forum
Tampa activists plan to protest against Trump’s deportations
Cheo Pardo: Reimagining Latin music beyond Los Amigos Invisibles
Art vs Politics: The Story Behind Uncle Pentagon
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News and Public Affairs
New Tampa International Airport CEO talks local transit, flying cars at civic forum
Listen: This month, Michael Stephens took the reins as Tampa International Airport’s fourth CEO in history. Now, Stephens, former chief counsel for Hillsborough Area Regional Transit, is calling for local transit to and from the airport. The new CEO, Michael Stephens, fielded questions from members of the civic group Tampa Tiger Bay Club. One key…
The Scoop: Fri. April 18, 2025, Florida and Tampa Bay headlines by WMNF
Round up of WMNF news headlines including FSU school shooting, protest against deportations, and Florida House Bill on book bans.
Two killed and six hospitalized after shooting at Florida State University; Suspect apprehended
Based on information provided by the Associated Press and News Service Florida A shooting occurred Thursday at Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida, leaving two people dead and at least six wounded. A suspect has been taken into police custody following the incident, according to authorities. FSU Senior Sam Swartz was in class when the…
Florida bill could give the state more control over book bans
There are more book bans in Florida than any other state. House Bill 1539 could make that number increase. A bill that would make it easier to remove books from schools is making its way through the Florida Capitol. The bill passed through the Education and Employment committee Thursday morning by a 13-4 vote. The…
Music
SOTD 4/18/25: Where is My Mind? by Tribal Style
The WMNF Song of the Day for April 18, 2025 is “Where is My Mind?” by Tribal Style. Tampa family band from Kingston, Jamaica give us their reggae-infused version of song by The Pixies. Read a full WMNF write up of this Tropical Heatwave artist and follow them here: https://www.instagram.com/tribal_style/.
“Rise up, take courage and do it”… Ezra 10:4 Good Friday and Easter Sunday are two widely celebrated religious holidays that many look forward to. “Good Friday” (also known as: Black Friday, Holy Friday, Great Friday, Great and Holy Friday, and Friday of the Passion of the Lord) is a very important part of the Easter bible…
SOTD 4/17/25: Agadez by Etran de L’Aïr
The WMNF Song of the Day for April 17, 2025 is “Agadez” by Etran de L’Aïr. Etran de L’Aïr is a dynamic desert blues band hailing from Agadez, Niger. Formed in the late 1990s, the group consists of members from the same extended family and takes its name from the Tamasheq phrase meaning “Stars of the…
Art vs Politics: The Story Behind Uncle Pentagon
Every piece of art tells a story—but some, like this one, practically demand to be unraveled. This isn’t just a blog. It’s an open invitation to join me on a little adventure—to interpret, uncover, and connect with one of the most powerful political paintings hanging in the halls of WMNF. From the moment I saw…
SOTD 4/18/25: Where is My Mind? by Tribal Style
The WMNF Song of the Day for April 18, 2025 is “Where is My Mind?” by Tribal Style. Tampa family band from Kingston, Jamaica give us their reggae-infused version of song by The Pixies. Read a full WMNF write up of this Tropical Heatwave artist and follow them here: https://www.instagram.com/tribal_style/.
Cheo Pardo: Reimagining Latin music beyond Los Amigos Invisibles
Former Los Amigos Invisibles frontman José Luis “Cheo” Pardo discusses his musical journey, creative evolution, and upcoming performance at Tampa’s Tropical Heatwave 2025. In a recent interview with Isha del Valle from WMNF 88.5’s LatinX show, José Luis “Cheo” Pardo, former leader of the acclaimed Venezuelan band Los Amigos Invisibles, shared insights about his solo…
SOTD 4/1/25: Muddy Water by Zach Person
The WMNF Song of the day for April 1st, 2025 is Rose Marie by Tampa native, Slim Whitman: April Fools! The ACTUAL WMNF Song of the Day for April 1, 2025 is “Muddy Water” by Zach Person. Zach Person is an American, indie rock artist and guitarist based in Austin, Texas, who is considered to…
Ignite the Tropical Heatwave with the Gulfport Gecko Amalgamated Marching Band!
Get ready to kick off the Tropical Heatwave with an electrifying performance by the Gulfport Gecko Amalgamated Marching Band! Starting at 5:30 PM on May 10th at the Cuban Club.
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