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We’re sandwiched between two one-year anniversaries — when Hurricanes Helene and Milton devastated the area. We caught up with one of the people in charge of the area’s response and recovery, and how he’s reflecting about it in 2025. Plus some events tonight, like a Happy Hour Book Club, and death metal.

Tariffs are hitting small businesses hard across the country, and the Tampa Bay region is no exception. You’ll hear from the owner of an Asian grocery in Bradenton who says he might have to close up shop. Plus, pumpkin patches and a 2-for-1 museum experience in St. Petersburg. But first, the news.

Today, you’ll hear some of the sounds of a new St. Pete-based band with a witchy theme and a punny name, just in time for spooky season. Plus, some events you can check out this week in the Tampa Bay region. But first, let’s hit the news.

We’re skipping the news today since it’s Veteran’s Day. We have some events you can check out throughout the day to celebrate. But first, we’ll hear about how some people in the region are learning to honor veterans in a really unique and interesting way — by restoring headstones.

One of our favorite fruits that isn’t really a fruit - avocados - are suffering from a disease that’s hurting a lot of Florida’s crop. We’ll talk about the tragedy, plus some events to fill out your week in the Tampa Bay Region. But first, the news.

The Peace River is an important source of water for hundreds of thousands of people in the region, and one of our reporters just kayaked about 40 miles of it. We’ll talk about the river’s wild history, and its future. Plus, some events to fill out your week. But first, the news.

The Suncoast Jazz Festival is happening this weekend, and Warren Buchholz and Sky will be talking about that, plus some other low-key music events going on. And we have some fun events to check out, including if your name is Karen. You’re really going to want to hear this one, Karen. But first, the news.

A play in Sarasota highlights the Christmas Truce of 1914, where soldiers on different sides dropped their weapons during the holidays and hung out with people they would most likely fight and kill just a couple days later. Hear about that, plus some events you can check out on the cheap. But first, the news.

There’s a magical place in Largo called the Book Rescuers, and it does exactly that — rescues books that were about to be thrown out and gives them new homes. We’re going there together today, plus, we have some events to check out this week in the Tampa Bay area that can get you in the holiday mood. But first, here’s the news.

The 2024 hurricane season may feel a bit far away at this point, but it left a lasting impact on Tampa Bay and the sand in the bay. You’ll hear what Eckerd College students found out, plus some events to round out this first full week of 2026.

Warren Buchholz joins guest host Meghan Bowman to talk about some music events you can check out this weekend. And since it's the last one before Santa comes to town, he's even got a festive option for you. Plus some events to check out around town.

Corals reefs off Florida’s coasts have seen massive die-offs in recent years because of warm waters. But scientists are using groundbreaking methods to bring these corals back. You’ll hear about that, plus some events to start your week in the Tampa Bay area. But let's hit the news first.

Have you caught the flu lately, or maybe someone you know has? Well, it's happening to a whole bunch of people across the country, and the Tampa Bay area is feeling it, too. We’ll talk about the influx this month, plus some events to check out this week in the region. But before that – here’s the news.

You'll meet some members of the USF men's ice hockey team as they prepare for the Division 3 club hockey national championship tournament this week. And the NCAA men's basketball tournament starts this week, with the Florida Gators right here in Tampa.

You’ll hear about another "micro" trend, but this time it's all about plastic. Plus, your Doordash in Florida could soon be delivered by roaming, autonomous devices. Very "Wall-E"-coded. And, of course, a heads-up on ways to kick back this week after work.

Florida's attorney general came for Tampa Mayor Jane Castor over the city's handling of immigration policies. Plus, Fort Meade residents push back on a plan to build a data center. And, of course, a preview of live music events around town this weekend.

You’ll hear about a new trend in Florida education that's small in nature, but not in popularity. Plus, a craft-beer-making event that's steeped in some local lore. And some other ideas on how to spend your evenings this week.

Warren Buchholz is in the house today with your local music roundup. He has curated such a good lineup for you to check out this week in the Tampa Bay area. He’s got artists you’ve probably never heard of, like Doug Deming and the Jewel Tones. We’ll get to that conversation and more right after the news.

Happy Fri-yay Blenders! Malaika Hollist from Arts Axis Florida joins Meghan Bowman with your weekly events roundup. You’ll hear about a throwback event in Tampa paying homage to the best of '80s and '90s hip-hop and R&B music – but they don’t want “No Scrubs.” IYKYK

Everyone uses batteries, but did you know throwing away certain ones could cause garbage trucks to catch fire? It’s been a problem, and we’ll talk about it, plus some fun events in the Tampa Bay region tonight and tomorrow. First - the news.

Pets are awesome to have around, but they can also be lots of responsibility. But what about robo-pets? Sounds weird as a concept, but we’ll talk about how its helping seniors make connections. Plus, events to check out in the Tampa Bay area over the next two days. Before we get to that, though – the news.

The Chinese game Mahjong has really taken off in popularity, including here in the Tampa Bay area. We’ll go into why, and some of the history and controversy surrounding it. Plus, some events going on in the area tonight if you’re trying to have fun! But first – the news.

We have some weekend Mother’s Day events you can check out, including a Mother’s Day brunch in an aquarium and a special exhibit in a popular museum in St. Pete. We’ll tell you all about it, but first, the news.

A new study reveals how expensive it is to live here, and how residents are making it work financially. You’ll hear about that, plus, a Jazz Jam, pro pickleball, and a summer book swap happening over the next couple days. But first — the news.

Florida has a longer list of people trying to get a green card than any other state. And due to some recent changes, that list might get a lot longer. Plus, some ways to get active, eat chicken wings, or test your Marvel movie knowledge.