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Published 3 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…
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.
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Published 14 hours agoFinding 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…
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Published 19 hours agoTroop 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…
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Published October 01WMNF 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%)…
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.
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Published September 29Exorcise 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…
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Published September 26Inclusion 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…
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Published September 26Audubon 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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Published September 26Tandem T Foundation Creates New Paths For Families And Youth
For families navigating some of life’s hardest chapters, finding a way forward can begin with something as simple as having someone show up. The Tandem T Foundation, a Tampa Bay nonprofit, works to support domestic violence survivors, justice-involved youth and their families…
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Published September 26Lennard High School JROTC Hosts ‘9/11 Cadet Memorial Walk’
On September 11, the Lennard High School JROTC program hosted its 9/11 Cadet Memorial Walk, inviting the local community to remember the tragedy that befell the nation 25 years ago. Gathering on the Lennard High School track, the event began with the national anthem and the…
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Published September 26Hillsborough College Launches Campaign For SouthShore Workforce Building
Hillsborough College is inviting community members and business leaders to invest in the future of South Hillsborough County through its Harvesting the Future Campaign, a $5 million fundraising effort supporting the planned Pop and Glenn Dickman Family Workforce Education…