The Bay Blend

There’s a really unique mural in the Tampa Heights neighborhood being unveiled this week. We're going to give you a preview of it before you see it for yourself. Plus, a legendary Tampa bakery reopens, and a place where you play and learn some chess, all happening over the next day or two. But before that, here’s the news.  The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org...

Temporary Protected Status could soon be out the door for hundreds of thousands of Haitians living in the US. The majority of them are in Florida, and a huge chunk of them work in healthcare, filling in some big-time caretaker vacancies. You’ll hear about the potential impacts of that, plus how you can join a skate club or make your own bracelets, along with other things happening in the Tampa Bay...

The federal government wants to remove all restrictions for oil drilling in Gulf waters, including rules created to protect endangered animals. You’ll hear more on that, plus a bartender battle, an airplane expo, and other fun things happening in the Tampa area this week. But first - the news. The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org Sign up for our daily newslette...

There are SO many festivals going on in the Tampa Bay area this weekend, whether you’re into music, athletics, or even birding or loquats! Malaika Hollist and Sky will get you caught up, but first up – the news. The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org Sign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter Follow us on social media: Facebook:...

Some really fun shows and concerts are in the Tampa Bay Region this weekend, and Warren Buccholz and Sky are going to talk about them! Plus, we have some fun events going on tonight, including a bounce house, a Lightning watch party, and more. But first – let’s talk the news. The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org Sign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wus...

Governor Ron DeSantis just signed a bill to designate certain groups as domestic terror organizations. Some Islamic advocacy groups are already dealing with the legal fallout of this exact thing. You’ll hear from both sides coming up, plus, another chance to see Guy Fieri, or check out a free symphony, all happening tonight in the Tampa Bay area. And before we talk about all of that, let’s hit the...

A food network legend is headed to Clearwater later this month, and WUSF got to catch up with him. You’ll hear from Alton Brown today, plus some events in the Tampa Bay area this week that might tickle your fancy if you’re looking for something to do. But first – the news. The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org Sign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.o...

Crabs taking an all-you-can-eat buffet strategy to overgrown algae is helping out our coral reefs. You'll learn more about that. Plus, a couple of events to hit up for the nostalgia.  - The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org Sign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/W...

Temporary caps on water use in Tampa start today to help us get through this extreme drought. Plus, there's already some tea between Hillsborough County commissioners over ballpark plans for the Rays. And, of course, your weekend roundup.   The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org Sign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter Follow u...

You'll get a lineup of live music events for this weekend. Plus, Trump's controversial challenge to birthright citizenship -- and what your neighbors think about it. And, ICYMI, Kennedy Space Center sent a rocket to the moon!  The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org Sign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter Follow us on social me...

Today, we’re checking out one of the biggest annual events on Clearwater Beach – the Sugar Sand Festival! Sadly, the sand isn’t made of sugar. But it’s still really cool. We also have some events you can check out tonight to make your week a bit more fun. But let's start with the news. And by the way, Happy April Fools Day! The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org...

Who knew the trash you throw out could make some sweet rock sounds? You’re going to hear about the Garbage Men band based out of Sarasota today, plus events in our region if you want to brighten your evening up. But first – the news. The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org Sign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter Follow us on so...

Florida is experiencing one of its worst droughts ever, and it’s hitting the Tampa Bay area pretty hard. Today, Meghan Bowman talks with WUSF’s Nancy Guan about the water shortage and how new restrictions might impact you at home and even when you go out to eat. 

Happy Fri-yay Blenders! Malaika Hollist from Arts Axis joins Meghan Bowman with your weekly events roundup. You’ll hear about a throwback event in Tampa paying homage to the best of 80s and 90s hip hop and R&B music – but they don’t want “No Scrubs.” IYKYK 

Warren Buchholz is in the house today with your local music roundup. He has curated such a good lineup for you to check out this week in the Tampa Bay area. He’s got artists you’ve probably never heard of, like Doug Deming and the Jewel Tones. We’ll get to that conversation and more right after the news. 

Today’s a spicy special episode! Sky sits down with a local man with a BOOMING hot sauce business. Sky speaks with him, or at least tries to, while sampling some very, VERY spicy sauces at the same time! Before that – here’s the news.  The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org Sign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter Follow us on...

Florida Blueberry farmers struggled through a tough winter this year, and a ton of them lost the bulk of their crop. We’ll talk about what that could mean for the blueberries you buy. Plus, a new play opens up at the Straz inspired by the life of Alicia Keys. And an adult book fair?! Sign us up. Before we talk about that – here’s the news. 

Florida is saying goodbye to the penny for cash transactions. You’re going to hear about a new proposal that could save you or cost you a couple of cents for every purchase. Plus, a free historical play happening tonight, and a local chance to get your Mardi Gras fix on. But first, let’s get to the news. The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org Sign up for our dail...

Get ready for some classic movies on the big screen, outdoor markets for kids and antique lovers, and a Pasco County fiesta this weekend. Yep… it's time for the local weekend event roundup with Malaika Hollist. But before that - let's get you caught up with the news. The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org Sign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wak...

It’s local music roundup time with Warren Buccholz. This week we have three really different types of music to offer you to check out in the Tampa Bay area this week. And of course, we'll talk USF Men's Basketball as the team gets set to play in the NCAA Tournament for the first time in over a decade. But before we get to that, here’s the news. The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website:...

A new exhibit in Tampa showcases the harrowing tragedy of the Titanic, even putting you in the shoes of a passenger on the ship in 1912. We’re heading there for a tour, plus we have some pretty cool events to check out, including the grand re-opening of a restaurant that burned down last year in Pinellas Park. First let’s hit the news. The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://w...

Since the Trump administration reclaimed the White House last year, ICE arrests have taken a huge jump. A year in, we have data on arrests in Florida, and the Tampa Bay area. You’ll hear about that, plus a couple O’ St. Paddy's Day events so you can celebrate today and still make it back to work Wednesday morning. Let’s start with the news. 

You'll meet some members of the USF men's ice hockey team as they prepare for the Division Three club hockey national championship tournament this week. And the NCAA men's basketball tournament starts this week, with Florida right here in Tampa. - The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org Sign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter F...

Lawmakers are shooting for - not one, not two, but - three special sessions to tackle unfinished business from the 2026 legislative session. Plus, some events to check out this weekend. - The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org Sign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com...

Florida's Attorney General came for Tampa Mayor Jane Castor over the city's handling of immigration policies. Plus, Fort Meade residents push back on a plan to build a data center. And, of course, a preview of live music events around town this weekend. - The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org Sign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-news...