Wednesday, May 20th, 2026: How throwing away lithium batteries has led to massive fires in the Tampa Bay area

Friday, June 26th, 2026: Your local weekend event roundup + Alligator Alcatraz officially closed

It’s local event roundup time, and with it being the last weekend of Pride Month, there’s a lot going on. Plus, some other events happening too, like a place to learn how to make your own bacon from scratch. You’ll hear about that and plenty more, but first up, let’s hit the news. The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org [https://www.wusf.org] Sign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter [https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter] Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF [https://www.facebook.com/WUSF] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ [https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg]

Thursday, June 25th, 2026: Your local music roundup + a new political party forms!

On today’s local music roundup, we have an ensemble group that mixes tons of different genres, a reggae-ska band with some upbeat tunes, and even some Death Metal. On top of that, where you can go to watch the U.S. Men’s Soccer Team take on Turkey in the World Cup. We’ll have all of that and more, but first - the news.

Wednesday, June 24th, 2026: How a hot dog cart in the Tampa Bay area makes cooking great hot dogs look 'E-Zee'

It’s the last week of our local food truck highlight, and today we’re talking about a summer food staple, and something very close to Sky's heart, and his arteries, too, if he eats too many. And, some events to check out in the Tampa Bay area tonight. But first – the news. The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org [https://www.wusf.org] Sign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter [https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter] Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF [https://www.facebook.com/WUSF] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ [https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg]

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026: Why getting a Green Card in Florida could become harder + New boats for the Tampa Bay Ferry!

Florida has a longer list of people trying to get a Green Card than any other state in the country. And due to some recent changes, that list might get a lot longer. More on that coming up, plus, some ways to get active, eat chicken wings, or test your Marvel movie knowledge over the next couple days in the Tampa Bay area. But first – the news. The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org [https://www.wusf.org] Sign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter [https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter] Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF [https://www.facebook.com/WUSF] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ [https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg]

Monday, June 22nd, 2026: Controversy over Kayne West's concerts in Tampa

Ye, a.k.a. Kanye West, is coming to Tampa for a pair of concerts this upcoming weekend, and some people are not happy about it. You’ll hear their concerns, plus some events to check out to start your week in the Tampa Bay region. But first – the news.