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Osprey Observer Published 6 hours ago

Preventing Drug Abuse, Protecting Our Community

By State Attorney Suzy Lopez “Two of the men I depended on the most are gone,” Lisa Jo Burke said after losing both her son Brandon, and her husband, John, to fentanyl overdoses less than a year apart. Her words capture the devastation substance abuse can leave behind. Addiction…

City of Tampa Published 6 hours ago

City of Tampa, Hillsborough County Schools and Sidewalk Stompers Celebrate National Walk to School Day

City of Tampa, Hillsborough County Schools and Sidewalk Stompers Celebrate National Walk to School Day Tony D. Fri, 10/02/2026 - 10:45 am 2025 National Walk to School Day @ Roosevelt Elementary School 2025 National Walk to School Day @ Roosevelt Elementary School City of Tampa…

That's So Tampa Published 7 hours ago

Red Eye Mahjong Club is the region’s booming mahjong hub

Jacob Chang, the founder of Red Eye Mahjong Club, is of Chinese and Ecuadorian descent. Growing up in Tampa, Jacob was immersed in mahjong from a young age thanks to […]

WMNF 88.5 Published 19 hours ago

“A Day of Unity: Domestic Violence Awareness” on Morning Energy

“When you leave an abusive relationship, you are not choosing to abandon someone; you are choosing to save yourself.” — Anonymous In the United States, October is recognized for many important awareness campaigns, as well as numerous national observances. One of these is National…

WUSF Public Media Published October 01

State investment bolsters Eckerd’s student rescue force

The $364,811 appropriation will upgrade boats and storm-damaged docks used by student volunteers who respond to hundreds of Tampa Bay maritime emergencies each year.

WMNF 88.5 Published October 01

Finding my place through friendship and inclusion

Finding Friendship, Confidence and a Place to Belong Getting involved and participating with certain groups has taught me to be open and keep connections with the community. In the beginning, I found it very challenging to make friends. When I participate in organizations like…

Osprey Observer Published October 01

Troop 665 Scouts Complete A Year Of High Adventure

Scouts from Troop 665 spent the past year reaching new heights, exploring history beneath the sea and enduring extreme cold through three of Scouting America’s premier high-adventure programs. Boy Scout Troop 665 truly lived up to their motto, “On the edge of adventure.” Whether…

WMNF 88.5 Published October 01

WMNF October Mission of the Month: People with Disabilities

Around the world, more than a billion people live with a significant disability. The majority of those people live in developing countries. In the United States, 28% of adults live with a disability. That’s more than 1 out of every 4 adults. Cognitive (13.9%) and mobility (12.2%)…

WUSF Public Media Published September 29

The Hillsborough and Pinellas County Urban Leagues are merging

While the Pinellas chapter of the National Urban League had planned to expand, the Hillsborough one was unable to fill vacant leadership positions — circumstances that leaders say came at just the right time.

WMNF 88.5 Published September 29

Exorcise your old car: Cartober is here!

Is your old car lurking in the driveway, taking up space and gathering dust? Don’t let it haunt you any longer! Donate your vehicle to WMNF 88.5 and free up that space without the hassle. Our process is so easy, it’s almost spooky – just give us a call or fill out a simple form…

Osprey Observer Published September 26

Inclusion Starts With Opportunity

One of the things I love most about our SouthShore community is the diversity of the families who call it home. Among our neighbors are many children and adults with autism and other disabilities who want the same thing we all do, the opportunity to belong, participate and…

Osprey Observer Published September 26

Audubon Society Fall Lineup Of Nature Programs And Field Trips

Pumpkin-spiced lattes, cooler weather and fall festivities are on the horizon, and Eagle Audubon Society is welcoming the season with a new schedule of educational programs and outdoor adventures for nature enthusiasts throughout South Hillsborough County. The local chapter of…

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