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Whether you’re in the mood for live music, theater, markets, or laughter, we’ve got your weekend covered. Here’s your guide to what’s happening across Tampa Bay, November 14–16. Click for info! ➡️ https://link.wmnf.org/TopThingsNovWK2 #weekendfun #tampaevents #wmnf
November 13, 2025 at 10:00 PM
A local activist is calling for more pedestrian safety infrastructure after a driver crashed into a crowd outside Bradley’s on 7th in Ybor City and killed 4 last weekend. Full Story ➡️ https://link.wmnf.org/Yborcrash #news #wmnf #communityradio
November 10, 2025 at 10:00 PM
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers lost their third game of the season, 28-23, against the New England Patriots. They are now 6-3, but still lead the NFC South division. Full story ➡️ https://link.wmnf.org/BuccsUpdateNov #wmnf #sports #nfl #TampaBayBuccaneers
November 10, 2025 at 9:00 PM
This year’s Record Art Sale was fire! 🔥 The weekend brought out an amazing crowd, tons of killer vinyl, and seriously creative art from local talent. Good music, good people, good energy. Catch you at the next one! #WMNF #RecordSale #CommunityVibes
November 10, 2025 at 8:02 PM
On Tuesday night, Reneé Rapp lit up the stage with a wildly fierce and entertaining stop in Tampa. Showcasing hits like Not My Fault and Leave Me Alone, Reneé was a beacon of star quality for all of Tampa. Full story ➡️ https://link.wmnf.org/ReneeRapps
November 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM
From Greek dancing to vegan eats, stand-up comedy, Latin beats, & big game energy, Tampa is buzzing this weekend! Here’s your guide to what’s happening from Friday-Sunday! ➡️ https://link.wmnf.org/WeekendEvents
November 7, 2025 at 11:01 PM
🎶 This Friday at 2 PM! Live Music Showcase presents: The Eric Swanson Band! Grammy-winning Americana meets Reggae vibes you don’t want to miss. 🌊🎸 🎧 Watch Live on Facebook or listen via 88.5 or the WMNF app. #WMNF #LiveMusicShowcase #EricSwansonBand #Americana #Reggae
November 5, 2025 at 8:00 PM
🎃 Tampa Bay’s final fright before the holidays! Haunted thrills, live shows, bar crawls & more all weekend. Dress like a vampire, sip something spooky, & make it a wickedly fun Halloween! Find out what's happening here! Info ➡️ https://link.wmnf.org/TopThingstoDoOct #TampaBay #HalloweenWeekend
October 31, 2025 at 9:00 PM
As SNAP benefits pause, local spots are stepping up. Skipper’s Smokehouse lets kids eat free & collects food donations with Feeding Tampa Bay. Gigglewaters offers free bagged lunches starting Saturday. Need help? Call 2-1-1 for local resources. Info ➡️ https://link.wmnf.org/FoodAid #CommunitySupport
October 31, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Hurricane Melissa slammed Jamaica this week and caused widespread damage. Here in Tampa, the owner of four local Jamaican restaurants is partnering with Jamaican community organizations to collect supplies to help the island. Click for Full story ➡️ https://link.wmnf.org/HelpJamaica
October 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM
🎶🗞️ It’s #PublicRadioMusicDay! WMNF 88.5 FM is celebrating what makes us Live. Local. Essential. Tune in for special sets, community stories & the voices that keep Tampa Bay’s music + news scene thriving. Real people. Real radio. Event page ➡️ https://link.wmnf.org/RadioDay #WMNF
October 29, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Don’t lose your head over what to do with your car. Donate it to WMNF instead! Call 888-966-3885 or visit https://link.wmnf.org/VehicleDonation to donate today! #CARDONATION #SUPPORT #WMNF
October 28, 2025 at 10:01 PM
We did it! Our Fall Fund Drive was off the charts and it’s all because of you! 🙌 Your support keeps community radio alive and thriving. From all of us at WMNF, thank you, thank you, thank you for showing up for public media! Best Listeners EVER! #funddrive #wmnf #donate #protectpublicradio
October 24, 2025 at 8:04 PM
🎸 Friday on Live Music Showcase: Down from Jersey! Trio Scotty Robinson, Joseph Patner & Eli Goodman bring punk, indie & garage rock to life. Hear tracks from their debut Paper Marriage live at 2 PM Watch on FB or Listen via 88.5 or the WMNF app!
#WMNF #DownFromJersey
October 22, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Florida’s growing cost of living and rapid development have made this state unaffordable for many, especially Black Floridians. Full Story ➡️ https://link.wmnf.org/FloridaHousing #wmnf #communityradio #news
October 21, 2025 at 10:30 PM
The WMNF Halloween Ball was spooktacular! 👻 Huge thanks to all the killer bands, dazzling performers, and every ghoul who showed up to dance the night away with us. You made it magic. See you at the next one! 🦇💃 #WMNF #HalloweenBall
October 20, 2025 at 8:04 PM
🎂 Happy Birthday to Florida’s own Tom Petty! Born in Gainesville in 1950, he went from working in a local record shop to defining American rock. 🎸
What’s your favorite Petty track? 🎶
#TomPetty #FloridaMusic #WMNF #CommunityRadio
October 20, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Top 15 Things to Do in Tampa This Weekend! Click to view ➡️ https://link.wmnf.org/Top15EventsWknd #community #Events #wmnf
October 17, 2025 at 8:00 PM
🎸 This Friday at 2pm! WMNF’s Live Music Showcase features Have Gun, Will Travel!
Alt/folk rock with western themes of life, death & honor. Don’t miss it!
📻 88.5 | WMNF app | 🎥 Facebook Live
#livemusic #wmnf
October 15, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Manatee County Commissioners voted unanimously to name a road after controversial right-wing podcaster and Sarasota County resident Charlie Kirk, who was killed last month. But the reaction to the move is mixed. Full story ➡️ https://link.wmnf.org/StreetName #news #communityradio #wmnf
October 13, 2025 at 8:29 PM
With early voting just around the corner, WMNF is bringing you a special two-hour live broadcast you won’t want to miss.Friday, October 17, 10-11am. Full story ➡️ https://link.wmnf.org/LiveDebateDistrict5 #livedebate #wmnf #communityradio
October 10, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Tune in this Saturday from 10am til noon for a chance to grab a special Donation gift ONLY on Words & Music with Host Marcie Finkelstein! Prepare for good music, great vibes, and a chance to support community radio! Let's help Marcie get to her Goal! ➡️ https://link.wmnf.org/FallFundDrive25 #wmnf
October 10, 2025 at 9:00 PM
The WMNF Fall Fund drive is going strong & our listeners are serving up major support! Let's keep the love train moving and help our hosts get to their goal! We couldn't do it without you! Best Listeners ever! Wooohoo! Click to support ➡️ https://link.wmnf.org/FallFundDrive25 #wmnf #funddrive
October 10, 2025 at 8:04 PM
A new report from the National Independent Venue Association shows that independent, live entertainment brings billions to Florida. But slim profits and rising costs for independent venue owners have some worried about their future. Full Story ➡️ https://link.wmnf.org/MusicVenues #news
October 9, 2025 at 8:00 PM
🎉 Today kicks off our Fall Fund Drive! WMNF is listener powered people who believe in local voices, independent music & community connection. 💚 Help us keep Tampa Bay’s community radio strong! Support your favorite show today! Click to Give ➡️ https://link.wmnf.org/FallFundDrive25 #WMNF #FundDrive
October 8, 2025 at 6:01 PM