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It’s the weekend before Turkey Day next week, so let’s get active. Malaika Hollist and Sky will talk about some events you can check out this weekend in the Tampa Bay area before the holiday season takes over our lives. But before that, here’s the news.

From schools to student aid, historic escapes to outdoor adventures, this "Florida Matters Live & Local" runs the gamut of the serious and the surprising.

Housing costs are a big problem for a lot of people in the Tampa Bay area, and one family is trying to give some relief for that in one of the region’s poorest neighborhoods. You’ll hear about that, plus some things to do in the region as we get closer to Thanksgiving. Before that though, here’s the news.

We’re going to hit the music roundup a little early this week because, be honest, you’re not going to listen on Thanksgiving Day, even though there will be an episode. We stay working here on the Bay Blend. Either way, we have some local shows you can check out in the Tampa Bay area right after Turkey Day. Before that though, the news.

On "Florida Matters Live and Local," we explore anticipated rising health care costs, updates on Tropicana Field, a dancing trailblazer and tips for finding unique gifts.

On "Florida Matters: Live & Local," we explore why some Floridians are thinking of bolting while others stay put, how air taxis could lift commuters and the region's original aviation innovation.

On "Florida Matters: Live & Local," we highlight courage and community — strengthening young minds, fighting for felons' rights, a historically Black golf course and houses built to beat a Category 5 hurricane.

On "Florida Matters: Live & Local," we cover families facing food insecurity, endangered manatees, navigating tricky holiday conversations and exploring festive local events.

Phosphate mining has been going on for decades in the Tampa Bay area, causing serious health concerns and plenty of legal issues. A new bill would help protect the owners of that land. You’ll hear that, plus some events to check out this week, including a food truck party with an all-you-can- eat buffet. But before that, the news.

Happy Halloween Blenders! This is the Blend ... Halloween edition. And in honor of the mascot, Meghan dressed up as a manatee. What’s your outfit? Today, you’ll hear about some spooky events from Malaika Hollist and some other cool things to check out this weekend. But first, the news.

A play at Stageworks Theatre in Tampa turns the Evil Dead into a musical, and it has a … splash zone? We’ll talk about that, plus some events to get you through this week as we start off November. But first, here’s the news.

"Live and Local" digs into local change, pride and spirited competition. Included are discussions on the stalled USF presidential approval and neighborhoods preserving their heritage.

There’s a ton of cool festivals happening in the Tampa Bay area this weekend – a tattoo festival, a mural festival, a seafood festival – and we’ll talk about it all on our weekend event roundup. But first, you’re getting the news.

The weather has been sweet the last couple weeks, why not enjoy it while listening to some live music? Warren and Sky will break down the Tampa Bay area shows going on this weekend, but first up — the news.

On "Florida Matters: Live and Local," we dive into a possible change in Florida politics, the fight against lung cancer, jobs AI can’t take, and stories of Jamaicans survival a hurricane.

On "Florida Matters: Live & Local," we break down soaring health care costs, dive into the legend of Florida Man, and celebrate art rising from the sands of Siesta Key.

Hillsborough County’s Progress Village just celebrated its 65th anniversary, and now longtime residents there are trying to find a way to preserve their history there for the long term. You’ll hear about that, plus some events to check out this week, including a Veteran’s Day event today. But first, the news, starting with a police chase into Ybor City that turned deadly over the weekend.

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.

On "Florida Matters: Live and Local," we celebrate Veterans Day with discussions on the contributions of vets and the programs that support them.

Nope, we’re not talking about The Zest—although we hope we’re first place in your heart.

During WUSF’s holiday fundraising drive, "Florida Matters Live & Local" revisits some of the best conversations from this fall.

It's the first weekend of December. You'll get some ideas on how to spend it with Malaika Hollist. Plus, the latest on reannexing Lincoln Cemetery in St. Petersburg, and a redistricting fight in Tallahassee.

USF student groups and organizations have seen massive budget cuts year over year, and it’s leading to some tough financial situations whenever they want to hold club events. You’ll hear about what’s going on at the student government level, along with some holiday and non-holiday events this week. But first, here’s 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.

During WUSF’s holiday fundraising drive, we’re asking for your support to keep our newsroom strong. In the meantime, "Florida Matters: Live & Local" revisits some of the best conversations from this fall.