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St. Petersburg will spend $22.5 million to repair Tropicana Field roof
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SWFMD on saving water during a drought
April is one of the driest months in Florida, according to the National Weather Service. It’s also the peak demand season for public water suppliers. The Southwest Florida Water Management District declared April as Water Conservation Month for the 27th straight year. This time, it’s under some pretty dry circumstances. The National Oceanographic and Atmospheric…
Trump’s Executive Orders Attack Big Law Firms
Trump attacks Big Law firms to settle his political grievances. Some firms capitulate and others go on the defensive.
St. Petersburg will spend $22.5 million to repair Tropicana Field roof
Listen: The roof of Tropicana Field was torn off during Hurricane Milton last year. The St. Petersburg City Council voted Thursday to spend millions to replace it with a stronger one. The City will spend $22.5 million towards the roof replacement. St. Pete officials say they expect the new roof to be installed by the…
Florida State Park Love Fests aim to protect parks
Last year, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) proposed plans to build golf courses, pickleball courts, and hotels in nine Florida state parks. It was called ParkGate by some environmental advocates and became a bipartisan issue with politicians and citizens from both parties taking a stance against it. Even the state parks that did…
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“Words of Wisdom” on Morning Energy
“To acquire knowledge, one must study; but to acquire wisdom, one must observe”…Marilyn Vos Savant. After a two-decade hiatus, Oscar-winning actor Will Smith announced a return to his musical roots with the release of his new album called, “Based on a True Story”. The album addresses various areas of his life to include: marriage, faith, and the…
SOTD 4/3/25: Bury Me by Jason Isbell
The WMNF Song of the Day for April 3, 2025, is “Bury Me” by the Grammy award-winning Jason Isbell. Jason Isbell’s music career has been defined by raw storytelling, masterful songwriting, and an unflinching honesty that sets him apart in the Americana and country-rock scenes. Born in Alabama, Isbell first gained recognition as a member…
SOTD 4/2/25: Your Song by Billy Paul
The WMNF Song of the Day for April 2, 2025 is “Your Song” the Elton John Cover by Billy Paul. Paul Williams AKA “Billy Paul” was an American soul singer, known for his pop, soul, and funk styles with electronic and psychedelic influences. He was one of the many artists associated with the Philadelphia soul…
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…
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.
Instrument-Swapping rock innovators Skating Polly join Tropical Heatwave lineup
Step-siblings turned musical powerhouse Skating Polly are ready to bring their unique brand of genre-defying rock to Tropical Heatwave 2025. This Oklahoma-born, now Tacoma-based trio has been challenging musical boundaries since 2009, and their upcoming performance promises to be one of the festival’s most electrifying sets. From Living Room to Main StageWhat began as two…
Damon Fowler brings chart topping Blues to Tropical Heatwave 2025
Billboard-charting blues artist Damon Fowler brings his masterful guitar work and soulful Americana sound to Tropical Heatwave 2025. Don’t miss this Tampa native’s electrifying performance featuring hits from his #1 album ‘Alafia Moon’ and latest release ‘Barnyard Smile.’
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