Lily Belcher
WUSF Rush Family Radio News internAt 16 years old, I was walking into businesses and getting interviews. My dad was still driving me places, my phone cover was pink and sparkly and I had entirely no idea what I was doing, but it was something that came naturally to me.
I fell in love with talking to people and hearing their stories. Turning those conversations into words was an easy way to turn my love of storytelling into a career.
I am double majoring in mass communications and professional and technical communications at the University of South Florida.
I was also the managing editor for The Oracle, the university’s student newspaper on the Tampa campus.
As a WUSF intern, I hope to dip my toes into the world of radio and meet new people in the areas I’ll cover.
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Evan Longoria and fans looked back on his decorated tenure with the Rays during a ceremony prior to Tampa Bay's game against the Miami Marlins. -
The city council agreed to extend contracts with security, design and disaster recovery companies. The city’s engineering director said the project will not exceed the $55 million projection. -
Schools Superintendent Van Ayres said he trusts his media specialists and will have inappropriate materials yanked from shelves ahead of the 2025-26 school year. -
The Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority approved transferring a $4.8 million federal grant to its Pinellas counterpart to buy one or two boats that could replace the Cross Bay Ferry. -
While Mayor Jane Castor said the city is ready for the hurricane season, she urged Tampa residents to make their preparations now. -
Castor said all Tampa officials can do is prepare for a phone call from the Rays' owners. -
A Tampa-based attorney said homeowners are responsible for damage in their yard, regardless of whose tree it is. -
The initiative, called Tampa Bay Connections, will highlight existing resources and address gaps. -
Minor repairs to the Tampa Bypass Canal should be completed in time for hurricane season, which begins June 1. -
The group has $1.5 billion committed to bring a team to Orlando.
