Search results for

It’s Juneteenth, celebrating the anniversary of the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in 1865. We're going to tell you where you can go to celebrate it in the Tampa Bay area today and this weekend, along with some other events going on. It's all on today's weekend event roundup. But first — the news.

If you look at the recent school district grades across the Tampa Bay region, it would appear the state's on the up-and-up. But some education experts and parents suggest pumping the brakes before celebrating, because there’s some caveats. We’ll talk about it, plus some fun things to do in the area to start the week. But first - the news.

A Fort Meade resident and businessman is suing the city, which wants to build a massive AI data center a half-acre from his home. WUSF's Jessica Meszaros joins the pod with that report. Plus, a reminder on vote-by-mail for Tampa Bay residents. And lots of weeknight activities to sprinkle into your schedule.

It’s time for another local music roundup, with America’s big 250th birthday in mind. We’ll have some spots where you can listen to some tunes and feel that American spirit in your bones. And, of course, some fun events to check out tonight throughout the Tampa Bay area. But first — here’s the news.

On today’s music roundup, we have an ensemble group that mixes tons of different genres, a reggae-ska band with some upbeat tunes, and even some death metal. On top of that, where you can go to watch the U.S. men’s soccer team take on Turkey in the World Cup. We’ll have all of that and more, but first — the news.

It’s local event roundup time, and with it being the last weekend of Pride Month, there’s a lot going on. Plus some other events happening too, like a place to learn how to make your own bacon from scratch. You’ll hear about that and plenty more, but first up, let’s hit the news.

It shows off how living in the U.S. influenced Salvador Dalí and changed his art and works over the years. Turns out, putting a wild mind in a wild country, makes someone even wilder. More on that, plus some places to enjoy the full moon tonight in the Tampa Bay area. First though — the news.

This is it! We made it to the end of the week. But it just gets better from here. Today, Malaika Hollist has a jam-packed lineup of events to check out over the weekend, like a circus spectacular in Sarasota and bronco busting in Dover. Plus, U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stops by Tampa General Hospital.

Running a marathon is one of the toughest physical challenges you can complete. Now imagine doing it as a potato! That'll make sense in a bit, we'll explain. Plus, you’ll hear about some cool events to check out in the Tampa Bay area over the next couple days. Before we get to that, here’s the news.

Today, we have your local music roundup. If you’re into punk rock, bluegrass tributes, and some unique blues sound, then we have some really fun shows for you to check out this weekend. Plus, some events to spice up your Thursday evening. But first — let's give you the local headlines.

The property tax referendum that Floridians will vote on in November will look a lot different on the ballot than when it was initially written up. We’ll tell you why, plus some really fun things happening in the Tampa Bay area over the next couple days. First things first, though — the news.

Tired of the same old sports people have been playing for hundreds of years? How about a new sport that's right here in the Tampa Bay area, featuring bubbles!? Sky will explain it all in just a bit, and he'll give you some fun events to check out tonight. First up, though — the local news.

You feel that? The weekend is loading. And with it, so is your weekend event roundup with Malaika Hollist from Arts Axis Florida. On today's Bay Blend, you'll get the lowdown on local events Friday through Sunday. Plus, the headlines and a few new food spots to get reservations for soon.

It's music roundup time with Warren Buchholz, getting you the local cheap concerts going on this weekend. We’ll hit you with the latest sounds, plus some really fun things you can do tonight in the Tampa Bay area. First up, though — the local news.

Some sensitive documents leaked out of the Sarasota school district showing investigations into teacher misconduct. Now, one school board member wants police to figure out where the leak came from. Plus, it’s a great day to be a bingo lover in the Tampa Bay area! We’ll tell you why, but first – the local news.

The Florida scrub jay is the only bird that’s exclusive to this state. And today, you’re going to find out how scientists are trying to help out the true Floridian maintain — and even grow — its numbers. Plus, some really cool events you can check out today and tomorrow in the Tampa Bay region. But first – let’s hit the news.

This summer season is officially over as of yesterday. And WOW, was it hot. Hillsborough County knows this too, and it debuted some new technology this summer to make safety decisions based on the devilish heat. You’ll hear about it, plus fun things to do in Tampa Bay today and tomorrow. But first – the local news.

Parton didn't just co-write the novel, she also recorded a whole album to go with it. Run, Rose, Run is about an aspiring country singer trying to shake a dark past and make it big in music.

Mister Cee's friend and fellow Hot 97 DJ Peter Rosenberg remembers the longtime hip-hop DJ and radio host who regularly introduced his audience and the record industry to new talent.

Last spring a man bought an ancient Chinese ceramic cup, sold by Sotheby's Hong Kong. The price: $36 million. But because of currency rules, he paid with his American Express card.

Families paid tens of thousands of dollars for signs that a missing friend or relative was alive in Syria's vast prison system. But smuggled photos reveal many of those loved ones were already dead.

Police wonder if the roughly 4-pound metallic object might have come from a meteor shower made up of debris from Halley's Comet. Homeowners want an astrophysicist to take a closer look at the object.

Companies at the giant festival in Austin found something everyone attending could use more of: battery power. Yahoo hid chargers in planters, while Mophie sent around a St. Bernard with a charger.

In his new book, Midnight's Furies, Nisid Hajari describes the riots and massacres that ensued after Pakistan was established as a separate state, and how those tensions are still playing out.

While the Pentagon acknowledged years ago that it used American servicemen in World War II mustard gas experiments, NPR found new details about tests that grouped subjects by the color of their skin.