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17 Bands in 17 Days – Day 2: Diving into the soulful sounds of Kristopher James

Only 1 day until the spectacular musical extravaganza, Tropical Heatwave! Get ready to experience an incredible lineup featuring 17 bands across 3 electrifying stages, plus...
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“National Public Radio Day” on Morning Energy

May 3rd is affectionately known as National Public Radio Day. This day serves as an opportunity to reflect on the positive impact that public radio has had in our...
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Tropical Heatwave: The hottest ticket in Tampa Bay!

Kristopher James and WMNF’s program director Sam Hval recently visited Tampa Bay’s Morning Blend to share why everyone in Tampa Bay should attend Tropical Heatwave...
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Sen. Jeff Brandes Has Some Thoughts

Rogue Republican former FL Sen. Jeff Brandes, founder of The Florida Policy Project, joined us on MidPoint for a wide-ranging discussion on the recent FL legislative session, laws passed and missed opportunities, along with his...
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Will abortion or pot be on Florida’s ballot in November? We’ll have to wait to find out

The Florida Supreme Court did not release opinions about whether proposed constitutional amendments on abortion rights and recreational marijuana will go on November's ballot.
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Ron DeSantis signs a bill allowing larger wine containers in Florida

The Florida law, which will go into effect July 1, will allow wine to be sold in 4.5-, 6-, 9-, 12- and 15-liter glass bottles.
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Donald Trump endorses Joe Gruters for Florida Chief Financial Officer in 2026

President Donald Trump is already putting his thumb on the scale in the campaign to succeed Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis.

The Scoop: Thu., March 28, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

A congressional redistricting plan pushed by Governor DeSantis in 2022 has been rejected by a panel of three federal judges.
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Federal judges uphold Florida’s congressional redistricting plan

A three-judge federal panel rejected a challenge to a congressional redistricting plan that Gov. Ron DeSantis pushed through the Legislature.
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Florida Board of Education considers teacher pay

The Florida Board of Education wants to pressure local teachers' unions, amid delays in salary increases for teachers in some districts.
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Disney settles a state lawsuit against the DeSantis-appointed tourism district; a federal suit is on appeal

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts and the DeSantis-appointed Central Florida Tourism Oversight District have reached a legal settlement.

Tampa elected officials, advocates call for Medicaid expansion

Listen: Florida is one of only ten states that hasn’t expanded access to Medicaid. Tampa city leaders and activists gathered across from the Tampa General Hospital today to call for the expansion of coverage. Political...
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DeSantis signs a bill targeting ‘squatters’

The bill, in part, could lead to second-degree felony charges for squatters who intentionally cause at least $1,000 in damage.
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Board approves $1.1 million for New College of Florida

New College of Florida is in line to receive $1.1 million in what is known as performance-based funding.

Clearwater’s Climate Resilience Efforts: Vulnerability Assessment Insights

Learn about the $250,000 grant from NOAA to Tampa Bay, empowering small businesses to tackle climate change.

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