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WMNF 88.5
Published August 17What is on Florida voters’ minds during the primaries?
Florida voters share the issues they care about when voting in the primaries, including climate change, tax funding and representation.
That's So Tampa
Published August 17The Jonas Brothers are coming to Tampa this October
2026 has already been one of the best years for concerts in Tampa history, and now yet another marquee act is coming to the city. The Jonas Brothers are playing […]
St Pete Catalyst
Published August 17Lakewood Trail Connector mural celebrates community
The 400-foot-long, 7-foot-tall mural explores themes of neighborhood, native landscapes and connection.
St Pete Catalyst
Published August 17Gauging the mood of the electorate before Tuesday’s primaries
The rising cost of just about everything else may translate into voter discontent.
WMNF 88.5
Published August 17The Scoop: Mon. Aug. 17, 2026, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
Florida's primary election is tomorrow; we hear from voters at some Hillsborough County early voting sites.
Creative Loafing Tampa Bay
Published August 17St. Pete City Council rejects proposal to buy paper products made using prison labor
The St. Pete City Council meeting held on Aug. 6, 2026 was packed with items. It included updates on U.S. House of Urban Development funds, as well as a presentation previewing an increase in utility rates for next fiscal year that would impact water costs in the city.…
Creative Loafing Tampa Bay
Published August 17Photos: St. Pete City Councilman Richie Floyd helps rally DSA candidates at ‘Chomp The Oligarchy’ event in South Florida
Tuesday marks the end of Florida’s 2026 Primary Election, and three DSA candidates were finally able to hold their “Chomp The Oligarchy” rally in South Florida despite being forced to change venues twice. The gathering was in support of three candidates: substitute teacher Elijah…
St Pete Catalyst
Published August 17Psychedelic Furs postpone Sept. 3 concert at Jannus Live
Illness has forced the postponement of several dates on the upcoming Psychedelic Furs tour, including the Sept. 3 show at Jannus Live in St. Petersburg. A rescheduled date has not yet been announced.
I Love the Burg
Published August 17Madeira Beach has the meats: Biggest-ever Burger Week comes to the Pinellas beaches
I hope you’re hungry, because we have 10 days on deck full of bacon-topped, bbq-filled, onion ring-adorned, beefy grilled goodness. The annual Madeira Beach Burger Week is back August 21-30, […]
That's So Tampa
Published August 17R&B star Steve Lacy is bringing his new album tour to Tampa this October
Tampa Bay indie music fans are being fed this summer! Between the Phoebe Bridgers release party and Turnstile headlining right here in Pinellas Park, there’s yet another music event to […]
St Pete Catalyst
Published August 17Local authors to convene Saturday at FloridaRAMA
"This is not going to stop here. It’s going to evolve and be something that FloridaRAMA continually does."
That's So Tampa
Published August 17The top indoor activities to enjoy around Tampa year-round
Whether a summer storm rolls in or you’re simply looking for a break from the Florida heat, Tampa has plenty of ways to have fun indoors. From museums and workshops […]