News across Hillsborough County

Arts Alive! podcast: Jane Austen at Stageworks
Onstage through Oct. 11 at Stageworks Theatre in Tampa, Jane Austen in 89 Minutes is a fast-paced comedic farce that manages to compress all six of the 18th century novelist’s books into … well, 89 minutes. As the theater’s producing artistic director Karla Hartley is quick to…

“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…

The Florida Orchestra’s high voltage fall lineup kicks off a season of sound this weekend
The Florida Orchestra, headquartered right here at home, is one of the state’s premier musical experiences. Their huge fall lineup officially begins this weekend, bringing an incredible run of concerts […]
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.
Where Are They Now? Chef Guiliano Hazan on Italian Cooking
Dalia visited Giuliano at his home in June 2024, and she returned for another conversation at his kitchen table in June of 2026.
Where Are They Now? Chef Giuliano Hazan on Italian Cooking
Dalia visited Giuliano at his home in June 2024, and she returned for another conversation at his kitchen table in June of 2026.

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…

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…

SOTD 10/1/26: Touch Touch by Haute & Freddy
The WMNF Song of the Day for October 1, 2026 is “Touch Touch” by Haute and Freddy “Touch Touch” is a vibrant art-pop track by the Los Angeles duo Haute & Freddy. Recently released in late August as a standalone follow-up to their debut album Big Disgrace. The song blends pulsing…

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%)…

Live music around Tampa Bay this weekend: Light the Wire, The Beths, local jazz and more
From indie rock and Americana to jazz and underground music, venues across Tampa Bay and Central Florida offer a varied lineup of live performances this weekend.
