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On "Florida Matters: Live & Local," we talk about the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office cheating scandal, SNAP benefits that haven't come and an author whose books are heavy on history.

A flea market in Manatee County called Mr. G’s — you might’ve heard of it or seen it before — has been a staple for the Hispanic population for a couple decades now. But that’s changing with recent immigration crackdowns. We’re talking about that, plus some events in the Tampa Bay area to get you through the week. 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.

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

It’s Public Radio Music Day, and today we’re breaking down what that means exactly. Plus, more fall festivals and fun events to check out in the Tampa Bay area this week. Before that, the news.

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.

On "Florida Matters: Live & Local," we’re talking about a Tampa Bay boom town, hearing from some rising local artists and learning about a buzzing local suds scene.

On "Florida Matters: Live and Local," we discuss the governor and foreign hires at state universities, a water ride returns, Halloween smoke and mirrors, and a scientific twist on human anatomy.

Happy Halloween Eve! To celebrate, Warren Buchholz and Sky have some spooky music events you can check out this week in the Tampa Bay region. We'll also hit you with some more end-of-the-week events. But first, here’s the news.

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

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.

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.

You ever think about building model ships? Yeah, neither do we. But we went to a club in the Tampa Bay area where it's their lifestyle. We’ll go there together in a couple minutes, plus we have some free holiday events to check out. But first, let’s hit the news.

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.

The conservation effort to protect millions of acres of wildlife habitat illustrates how expeditions, fundraising, media storytelling, and local, state and federal governments can work together.

If you’re whipping up some good Thanksgiving meals, chances are there’s going to be some grease and oil that you don’t know what to do with. We got the answer for you, plus some events you can check out tonight before the big meal Thursday. Let’s hit the news first though.

This holiday season, we’re doing things a little differently around here

On "Florida Matters Live & Local," the conversations cover conserving resources, navigating neighborhood shifts and revisiting ballot battles.

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.

Happy Thanksgiving! if you're listening today, you're a true blender, and we are so, so thankful for you. We're going to skip the news today. Let's take a day off from what's happening in the world and in the Tampa Bay region, good or bad, and just talk about some of the stuff happening today in our community. It'll be a quick one today so you can get to enjoying your holiday. Let's get started.

If you're stuffed from Thanksgiving and looking to get out the house, or you need something to do with the family this weekend, we're skipping the news today. Let's get straight to the events to check out in the Tampa Bay area this weekend. None of it is Black Friday-related, you can figure that out yourself. Good luck fighting a senior citizen over a discounted laptop.

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.