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The Scoop: Thurs. Oct. 3rd, 2024, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
Stay updated on the levels of red tide in Pinellas county after the recent hurricane Helene. Learn about the recovery efforts in clearwater and the cause of flooding in Tampa.
Flooding will continue to impact Florida unless stormwater systems are updated, expert says
On Thursday, Sept. 26, Hurricane Helene hit the Big Bend area of Florida around 11:00 p.m. The category 4 storm has left flood victims along the Gulf Coast and Southeastern U.S. with a death toll...
Disaster Claims & Recovery: What To Do and Not Do
Jeffrey Chernoff of Insurance and Trust Co., an insurance claims expert, and Paul Hauzer, CEO of VetCor, a recovery & restoration company, to discussed what to do and not do in the immediate aftermath of...
The deadline to register to vote is Monday, Oct. 7
With more than 21,000 ballots already cast by mail, Floridians face a Monday deadline to register to vote in the November elections.
Port strike could lead to shortages as Tampa recovers from Hurricane Helene
Listen: A nationwide strike of dock workers is impacting Port Tampa Bay, one of 4 in the state. Port officials say it all comes at a vulnerable time after Hurricane Helene. About three dozen workers...
Florida considers election changes after Hurricane Helene
The Florida Supervisors of Elections executive director asked for changes in counties with damaged election infrastructure.
The symphony of Autism: My son’s special superpowers
As my son turned 15, I found myself reflecting on the unique journey we’ve shared. Like many parents, I believe my child is extraordinary, but not for the reasons you might expect. My son has...
Joe Biden will tour Hurricane Helene damage in Florida and Georgia
An announcement Wednesday from the White House did not provide details about where Joe Biden will go.
The Scoop: Weds. Oct. 2nd, 2024, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
FEMA on the ground across Florida to help The Big Bend coast has been struck for the 3rd time in 13 months by a hurricane. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is now on the...
Defending the ‘Stop WOKE’ law in court could cost Florida taxpayers $750,000 in legal fees
The appeals court described Florida's Stop WOKE law as the “latest attempt to control speech by recharacterizing it as conduct.
Gulfport Vice Mayor and Ward IV Council member Ian O’Hara spent more than $5,000 on his City credit card at restaurants, bars and laundry.
Hurricane Helene’s path of destruction has left communities within the Tampa Bay area decimated, destruction spanning from private homes to treasured public lands. However, the compassionate spirit of area residents is on full display as...
