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Vinyl fans, this one’s for you! 🎶
WMNF’s own Mike B., Alternative Music Director, explores the record stores that make Tampa Bay’s music community so unique.
Discover your next favorite spot to dig for gems.
👇 Check out Mike’s article.
#tampabaymusic #WMNF #mikeb #vinylfans #recordstores
December 12, 2025 at 8:30 PM
✨ From Beatrix Potter to National Geographic — photographer Claire Rosen brings her lifelong connection to animals to life in Birds of a Feather, a beautiful new collection of bird portraits exploring personality, beauty, and our relationship with nature.
WMNF 88.5 FM
👉 Full article in comments
December 12, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Weekend plans? ✔️
🎉 Music ✔️
✨ Holiday events ✔️
🎭 Culture ✔️
Our Tampa Bay Weekend Events Guide has all the highlights you need.
👉More in comments
#TampaBay #WeekendVibes
December 12, 2025 at 4:21 PM
📅🔥 Big News, WMNF Family!
For the first time in our history, we’ve created a 2026 WMNF Calendar, and we’re giving you a sneak peek at some of the stunning images inside!
Every page bursts with the color, creativity, and community that make WMNF 88.5 FM what it is.
👉More below
December 11, 2025 at 8:59 PM
🎶❤️ Your support keeps the music alive, truly.

As 2025 comes to a close, thank you for lifting us up and keeping community radio strong. Your generosity and love for local music mean more than words can say.

#SupportWMNF #KeepCommunityRadioAlive #TampaMusic #LMS
December 11, 2025 at 8:06 PM
🔥 A new “Day of Remembrance” in Florida?
Lawmakers are pushing a bill to honor conservative activist Charlie Kirk with an official statewide day every October 14, and it’s already sparking major debate.
Supporters call it recognition. Critics call it political.
👉Story below
December 11, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Seasonal illnesses are spiking across Florida, and doctors say NOW is the time to take action.
💉 Get vaccinated
😷 Limit exposure if you’re sick
🧼 Keep up with basic hygiene
💧 Rest & hydrate at the first sign of symptoms
Protect yourself and the people you care about.
December 8, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Imagine the Florida Keys without its deer, the springs without manatees, the wild forests without turtles. 🐾
Proposed ESA changes would make it much harder to protect endangered species — even when their habitat is disappearing.
#WMNF #endangeredspecies
👉More in comments
December 8, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Tough night for the Bucs. 😬
Tampa Bay fell 24–20 to the Saints in a game that had chances… but not enough execution. Big plays from Irving, Tucker, and McCollum kept it close, but defensive breakdowns late sealed the loss.
👉 Read the full recap on WMNF: More in comments. #WMNF #Bucs
December 8, 2025 at 3:45 PM
🎉 Giving Tuesday is here! Today, people everywhere are giving back during this global celebration of generosity! Your gift powers community radio: local news, music discovery, cultural storytelling, and diverse voices for Tampa Bay.

👉 https://link.wmnf.org/GivingTuesday

#wmnf #givingtuesday
December 2, 2025 at 11:16 AM
Tomorrow is Giving Tuesday! The global day of generosity that supports the nonprofits keeping our communities strong.
Your support keeps WMNF independent, creative, and rooted in Tampa Bay.

Set your reminder. We can’t wait to celebrate with you tomorrow!
#wmnf #givingtuesday
December 1, 2025 at 11:16 AM
After the rush of Black Friday & Cyber Monday comes a day that celebrates generosity! Giving Tuesday, a global movement where millions support the nonprofits that strengthen their communities. 💛

Mark your calendar: Dec 2nd & stay tuned for all the ways you can participate!

#wmnf #givingtuesday
November 24, 2025 at 8:01 PM
WMNF seeks applicants for our Board of Directors! This position is reserved for a Director who is 30 years old or under at the time of election! Deadline: Mon, January 12th, 2026. Click for info! ➡️ https://link.wmnf.org/BODAPP #wmnf #BoardOfDirectors #communityradio
November 20, 2025 at 6:01 PM
A University of Florida professor is warning that a popular mushroom sold in grocery stores, farmers, and gourmet markets is quietly invading forests across the country. Full Story ➡️ https://link.wmnf.org/Scientistwarns #wmnf #news #communityradio

Story by: Chris Young
November 17, 2025 at 11:30 PM
The Zach Person show with opener HGWT this past weekend was amazing! Big thanks to everyone who came out, and to both artists for an incredible night. Stay tuned for more events! #WMNF #Community
📸 Tracy May & Johnny Mazz
November 17, 2025 at 10:02 PM
The Buccs had another chance to beat the Buffalo Bills in the regular season, like they did in the preseason. The Bucs lost 44-32 against the Bills, but the score doesn’t reflect how on the edge of your seat you were while watching. Full story ➡️ https://link.wmnf.org/BuccsNov17 #buccs #wmnf
November 17, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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