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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.

We preview a really unique mural being unveiled in the Tampa Heights neighborhood. Plus, a legendary Tampa bakery reopens, and a place where you play and learn chess, all happening over the next day or two. But before that, here’s the news.

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.

It's local music roundup time with Warren Buchholz. This time with a twist, because Saturday is Record Store Day. You’ll hear about what that is and where you can celebrate, plus learn some fun hockey history, or try to become a pickleball champion. Those events are going on tonight. First – the news.

Today’s guest host Meghan Bowman takes a special look at a new podcast by WUSF and Your Florida – Defenders of the Everglades – with the help of one of the Bay Blend’s other hosts (spoiler alert - it’s Gabby). Plus, some events you can start penciling on your calendar.

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.

After two weeks of suggestions and hundreds of votes, we finally have an official name for the Bay Blend manatee. We’ll tell you in just a bit what it is. Plus, we’re headed on a boat with our resident Florida man reporter to learn about stingrays! 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.

Today's host, Meghan Bowman, brought Sky Lebron to a tap festival in Tampa and convinced him to learn how to tap dance. The festival director wants to see the Tampa Bay area become a haven for the art. Plus, Arcadia residents say they saw ICE make arrests.

The controversial 2022 state law restricts how gender and race are taught in higher education. Last week, a court struck down parts of it. WUSF's Kerry Sheridan joins host Meghan Bowman to talk about it. Plus, some nice events to check out this week.

The 2026 Florida gubernatorial race is getting heated. WUSF's Douglas Soule joins Meghan Bowman to talk about a court case challenging one candidate's eligibility. Plus, we have a release date for books 6 and 7 (no pun intended) in the "A Court of Thorns and Roses" series, or ACOTAR for the real fans.

Tonight is the second-to-last show at Ybor's independent music venue, the Crowbar, before closing up shop. You'll hear from the owner. Plus, a Tampa-based trombonist and a psychedelic funk group are performing near you. Hear about it on today's pod along with your daily headlines!

You'll hear about some kid-friendly events, from a back-to-school carnival to tickets available for Dude Perfect, a touring group of dads who got famous on YouTube for making crazy basketball trick shots. All of that, plus today's headlines, on the pod with host Gabriella Paul. (edited)

It’s local weekend event roundup time. We have Legos, cats, comedy and cheap carnival games — some true event diversity here in the Tampa Bay area. You’ll hear about all of it in just a bit, but first, let’s hit the news.

Happy 813 Day to all who celebrate! Get ready for a local music roundup with WUSF's Warren Buchholz, plus some events you can check out to take part in the 813 festivities today. But first – let’s hit the local headlines.

It’s weekend event roundup time, with a special guest! We’ll be talking books, animals, and moving and grooving, all going on over the next couple days in the Tampa Bay area. But first – let’s hit the news.

There’s a lot going on across the Tampa Bay area this weekend, like a lagoon Labor Day weekend celebration, a musical about a half-bat, half boy, and Tampa Comic Con. You’ll hear about all of that and more, but first, let's hit the local news.

A leaked report details how lots of money from a state Medicaid settlement ended up partly in the pocket of a charity with ties to First Lady Casey DeSantis. Plus, FDOT disallows the use of Flock cameras by local police. And, a couple events to kick back at this week.

Candidates use all kinds of political action committees to raise money for elections. Guest host Meghan Bowman talks how super PACs and dark money move through politics. Plus, we have some events to fill your calendar. All that, after your news headlines.