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African American Thursday, September 28th 2023

The Scoop: Thurs., September 28, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF

Progress Village’s solar progress Progress Village, in Eastern Hillsborough County, is claiming the title of the first Black community in Florida to adopt a solar...

Health Wednesday, September 27th 2023

University of South Florida receives a grant for dementia prevention

Researchers at the University of South Florida have received a grant for dementia prevention from the National Institutes of Health or NIH.

Education Thursday, September 14th 2023

The Scoop: Thurs., September 14, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF

Higher education faculty concerned A survey of higher education faculty members found concerns about the climate of higher education in Florida. UFF president, Andrew Gothard,...

African American Monday, August 28th 2023

Episode 19: Earnest Coney Chief Executive of CDC of Tampa

CDC of Tampa is a social service organization that is responsible for making society better by providing skills for the modern workforce, real estate for...

Climate Thursday, August 24th 2023

It’s the HEAT and the Humidity!

Meteorologist Andy Johnson formerly of WTVT TV Channel 13, and occupational health expert Tom Bernard of USF College of Public Health, joined MidPoint to talk...

Art Friday, August 04th 2023

Rebooting American Health Care. Unprecedented Behavior. Captivating Music.

Liran Einav & Amy Finkelstein – We’ve Got You Covered: Rebooting American Health Care Few of us need convincing that the American health insurance system...

Health Monday, June 26th 2023

Four malaria cases have been found in Florida’s Sarasota County

The Florida Department of Health issued a statewide “mosquito-borne illness” advisory. 4 cases of malaria were confirmed in Sarasota County.

Criminal Justice Monday, June 05th 2023

Florida leads nation in prisoners with HIV, study shows

Florida now leads the country in percentage of prisoners living with HIV, according to a new study. WMNF's Chris Young reports.

Health Friday, May 19th 2023

A 3D mobile mammography bus will be in Dade City tomorrow

People who need screening for breast cancer but can’t get it through their regular insurance have an opportunity in Pasco County.

Blog Friday, May 12th 2023

“Nurturing Our Heart And Soul” on Morning Energy

Traditionally, women have been regarded as being “natural nurturers” while men have been regarded as being providers and protectors. But in reality, we are all nurturers even if we may not have kids. And, the nurturing that we provide to others can be...

Health Monday, May 08th 2023

The Doctor answers callers’ questions about high cholesterol, cancer, rotten teeth and more!

In this episode of Healthy Steps Show, we talk about Ovarian Cancer and toxins in plant-based milks. We also answer callers' questions, including a functional medicine approach for the aftercare of someone battling cancer, can...

Health Friday, May 05th 2023

New location in Ruskin for The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay

The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay has opened its second Certified Rape Crisis Center in Hillsborough County. It is located in Ruskin.

Health Thursday, May 04th 2023

GOP lawmakers confirm Florida’s controversial Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo

Gov. Ron DeSantis’ reappointment of Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo was confirmed by the GOP-controlled Senate over objections from Democrats.

Health Wednesday, May 03rd 2023

Bill allowing ‘Medication Aides’ is heading to DeSantis

The Florida House passed a bill that would allow trained certified nursing assistants to provide medications to nursing home residents.

Blog Friday, April 14th 2023

“LAUGHING OUT LOUD” on Morning Energy

April 14th is International Moment of Laughter Day. This day was created to remind people to laugh out loud every day because it is not only contagious, but it is also good for our mental, physical and emotional...

Culture Wednesday, April 05th 2023

MidPoint: Mental Health Help for the Trans & LGBTQ+ Community

MidPoint hosts local licensed psychologists Dr. Dani Rosenkrantz and Dr. Darleen Gracia, both of whom specialize in LGBTQ+ and trans-affirming mental health care for Jews and the BIPOC community while supporting diversity across the...

Animals Wednesday, April 05th 2023

Rabies reported in Pasco County

Pasco County has issued a rabies alert. The rabies alert is in response to a cat that tested positive on Tuesday.

Climate Sunday, March 26th 2023

Mr. Smith Goes To Washington, Travel Advisory for Florida

Walter L. Smith II reports on the activities surrounding a policy trip D.C. regarding environmental degradation due to oil, soot and coal ash dust. At its statewide conference in Orlando, member organizations of the Florida...

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